BINTULU, May 1 -- The gradual reduction and upcoming removal of egg subsidies is expected to significantly impact childcare centres, home-based businesses, and consumers in Sarawak, especially with egg prices already higher in the state compared to Peninsular Malaysia.

Chairperson of the Persatuan Pengasuh dan Pendidik Awal Kanak-Kanak Bintulu (PAKB), Maraini Jaafar, 57, said that Grade B eggs are currently priced at RM12.60 per tray in Sarawak, compared to RM8.10 in the peninsula.

With subsidies being phased out, prices are expected to increase by RM0.05 to RM0.10 per egg starting today, which is equal to a hike of RM1.50 to RM3 per tray.

"By August 2025, we anticipate a 50 per cent rise in egg prices. It's becoming more difficult to ...