Singapore Fish Farm Fined $33K for Storing and Processing Meat Without Licence
A fish farm in Singapore was fined after repeatedly operating illegal food processing and storage facilities despite multiple warnings.
Unlicensed and Unstopped: Fish Farm Hit with $33,000 in Fines
A Singapore fish farm and its director have been fined a total of $33,000 for illegally storing and processing meat and seafood without proper licences—despite several warnings from authorities.
On April 14, Khaiseng Trading & Fish Farm (KTFF) was fined $19,000 for operating without the required licences under the Wholesome Meat and Fish Act. Its director, Teo Khai Seng, 65, was personally fined $14,000 for failing to prevent the offences.
According to the Singapore Food Agency (SFA), the offences occurred between June 2023 and March 2024. Over this period, more than 600kg of illegally handled products were seized, including catfish, crocodile meat, and minced frog meat.
Authorities first inspected the farm on June 21, 2023, finding 319kg of frozen seafood stored illegally in three chest freezers. Despite this, follow-up inspections in October 2023 and March 2024 revealed that the business continued to operate unlicensed cold storage and process meat, including bullfrog legs and fish.
KTFF had no valid licence to run a cold store or food processing facility, and the court heard that Teo knowingly made the decision to continue using the premises unlawfully.
The SFA stressed the risk posed by unlicensed handling of meat and seafood, noting that such practices compromise food safety. Routine inspections will continue to ensure compliance.
Food businesses in Singapore are legally required to hold valid licences for storage and processing of meat and seafood products. Failure to comply can result in prosecution, fines, and seizure of goods.