Mulaut Abattoir now accepting reservations for ‘Feast of Sacrifice'
By Maya Salleh

As the Haj season approaches, many Muslims in the Sultanate are preparing for the 'Feast of Sacrifice' - which falls on Hari Raya Aidiladha - by reserving livestock to be slaughtered on the auspicious days.

The Mulaut Abattoir is currently accepting reservations at all outlets - Jerudong, Muara, Rimba, Lambak, Tutong and soon at Kiulap - and interested parties are required to fill-in forms obtainable at the abovementioned places.

Reservations have been accepted ever since January 5, (from 8 am to 5 pm) and will run daily except for Sunday. The last day of reservation, however, will be on Sunday, January 25.

According to a source from Mulaut Abattoir, the price of a live cow is $3.95 per kilogramme, buffalo is $4.10 per kilogramme and a live goat is priced at $220 per head.

The slaughtering service is free, whereas services such as skinning the animal or pre-packing will be charged accordingly.

The public is advised to make reservations early to avoid disappointment.

Amidst fears of recent news of the recurrence of the 'Mad Cow' disease, the source clarified that all livestock supplied by the abattoir undergoes screening by the Agricultural Department and the Religious Affairs Department.

This is to ensure that the livestock is not only free from the 'Mad Cow' disease but from other ailments as well.

The abattoir supplies livestock that meets its high standards in terms of health and quality as well as meeting the standards set by the Religious Affairs Department.

The livestock is scheduled to arrive on January 15.

Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin