Factor Affecting Shortage of Broiler Meat in Selangor, Malaysia

Malaysia has become one of the world’s largest consumers of poultry meat, with per capita consumption rising from 13.8 kilograms in 2015 to 50 kilograms in 2022. However, recurrent chicken shortages have emerged as a pressing issue, posing risks to food security, trade and economic stability. Despite substantial research on broiler meat production and market dynamics, empirical evidence on the determinants of broiler meat shortages at the subnational level remains scarce. This study fills this gap by analyzing the key factors driving broiler meat shortages in Selangor. Primary data were collected from 101 broiler farmers and industry stakeholders using structured questionnaires. Descriptive statistics, Pearson’s correlation and multiple regression analysis were employed to examine the relationships among key explanatory variables. The results indicate significant positive associations between input difficulties, disease outbreaks, production costs and government intervention. The correlation coefficients ranged from 0.655 to 0.717, with input constraints and escalating production costs emerging as the most critical determinants of broiler meat shortages. The findings highlight the sector’s heavy reliance on imported feed materials and exposure to price volatility. Strengthening local feed resources, enhancing institutional support, and accelerating technological adoption are essential to improve sectoral resilience and reduce import dependence. Such measures are critical to ensuring sustainable broiler production and safeguarding long-term national food security. This study contributes to the literature by providing empirical insights into the structural and operational vulnerabilities of Malaysia’s broiler meat industry.

Broiler meat, Food security

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