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Poultry sector moves to strengthen safe broiler meat production
Published : Monday, 31 August, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Staff Correspondent
The Bangladesh Poultry Industries Central Council (BPICC) has taken fresh initiatives to strengthen food safety and restore consumer confidence in broiler chicken meat through science-based policy measures, stronger monitoring and coordinated industry action.
The initiative was discussed at a workshop and brainstorming session on “Safe Poultry Meat Production,” organized recently by BPICC in Dhaka. The event brought together university professors, poultry scientists, researchers, industry leaders, business representatives and officials from the Department of Livestock Services (DLS), Bangladesh Livestock Research Institute (BLRI), BRAC and other relevant organizations.
A research-based presentation by Professor Dr. Emdadul Hoque Chowdhury, former Vice-Chancellor of Bangladesh Agricultural University, examined issues surrounding the use and responsible management of antibiotics and hormones in poultry production, as well as their relevance to food safety and consumer health.
The presentation emphasized the need for evidence-based assessment, responsible veterinary practices, proper use of medicines, and strict compliance with withdrawal periods to ensure safe poultry production.
Participants were subsequently divided into four working groups to identify practical solutions for improving food safety and strengthening consumer confidence in broiler meat.
The discussions highlighted several key priorities, including responsible antimicrobial use, stronger residue monitoring, improved farm-level bio-security, traceability, consumer awareness, and better regulatory oversight throughout the poultry value chain.
Stakeholders also stressed the importance of addressing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through responsible use of antibiotics, veterinary supervision, proper record-keeping, and effective monitoring.
Another major recommendation was to develop a phased transition from the traditional live-bird market system toward modern, hygienic and regulated poultry marketing infrastructure. Such a transition would improve slaughtering hygiene, processing standards, transportation, cold-chain management and traceability.
The participants also called for stronger government surveillance of feed mills and farms through processing, transportation, wholesale and retail markets. Effective implementation of the Government’s Poultry Policy 2026 was identified as an important step toward achieving these objectives.
The workshop emphasized that consumer confidence should be built through science, transparency and measurable food-safety standards, rather than communication alone. Regular monitoring, credible laboratory testing and public awareness campaigns were identified as important tools for addressing misinformation and improving consumer understanding of broiler meat.
The workshop was attended by BPICC President Mr. Mashiur Rahman, World’s Poultry Science Association - Bangladesh Branch (WPSA-BB) President Mr. Shamsul Arefin Khaled, along with other leaders and stakeholders from the poultry sector.
Industry stakeholders expressed the view that coordinated implementation of the recommendations - from farm production to processing and retail - could significantly improve the safety, credibility, and competitiveness of Bangladesh’s poultry industry.
They further noted that stronger food-safety systems and compliance with international standards could enhance the sector’s potential to access regional and international markets, creating new opportunities for growth and exports.
The workshop concluded with a commitment from stakeholders to translate the recommendations into practical, measurable, and sustainable actions, with the ultimate goal of ensuring safer poultry meat and rebuilding consumer trust in Bangladesh.
-SA
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