Category: Agriculture
Canada eyes UAE to boost retail, agriculture, oil sectors
There is significant opportunity for Canadian exports of beef, seafood, and speciality food products such as organics and gluten-free in the UAE grocery retail industry.
WHS: The need for specialist halal sector scholars
There has been zero opinion raised from the Muslim world on the topic of Food Commodity Speculation until the World Halal Summit.
South Korea: aT leads in boosting halal food exports
The Korea Agro-Fisheries and Food Trade Corp. (aT) has stepped up efforts to help increase outbound shipments of halal certified food products to Islamic countries.
Pakistan: Halal Research Council will provide services to promote Halal Industry in Nigeria
By Matthew Amlot: CPI Financial Both the organisations will work together for the promotion of Halal industry as Halal Research council will facilitate the LCM consulting Nigeria limited in different aspects of Halal industry like Capacity Building, Research & Development, Shari’ah Advisory etc. As per agreement, LCM will promote the distance learning program of Halal […]
Spain: Are GMOs Halal?
The first panel of the Congress “The International Standardization of Halal Market” has already revealed one of the fundamental issues regarding GMOs.
Brunei, Thailand eye joint projects to produce Halal food
BRUNEI and Thailand pledged to embark on more concrete projects in halal food production after inking a MOU on Agricultural Cooperation yesterday.
Opinion: Food insecurity – From farmers to financiers
There is need to encourage countries to stop using food as a political football, a tool of foreign policy.
Brunei: Proposed MIPR budget to sustain growth, diversify economy
The budget for the 2015/2016 financial year will revolve around continuing efforts in improving production capability and productivity in these (agriculture, agrifood and fisheries) sectors.
Saudi Arabia: Food is being thrown away
It is estimated that between a third and half of the food produced in GCC countries goes to waste. Despite that, GCC countries are investing in farmlands abroad.
UK: MPs cite “overwhelming” public support in debate on non-stun animal slaughter
The Government’s response to the petition stated that “there would be no ban on religious slaughter in the UK.” MPs voted simply to state that they had “considered the petition.”
Pakistan: Call to enhance penetration in global halal market
Non-Muslim countries have dominated the growing halal market, while Pakistan halal exports could surpass textiles in five years if proper attention is paid.
Morocco and Jakim recognition.
Moroccan Standards Institute (IMANOR) successfully completed the label recognition for Halal Morocco process by JAKIM Malaysia.
EU: Polish court overturns ban on ritual slaughter
The court argued that the constitution guarantees the freedom of religious practice. It is a victory for Poland’s small Jewish and Muslim and agriculture communities.
Malaysia: KatanTech to make northern region its hub
“We chose to invest in the Northern Corridor because of its importance in the agriculture sector, especially biosecurity.”
UAE may start increasing share in meat market
The UAE may soon start increasing its share in the meat market by raising supply levels, and competing with countries such as Australia and New Zealand.
Organic farming gaining popularity in Saudi Arabia
Today, there are more than 112 organic farms, certified according to Saudi organic standards. The organic animal production is 3,575.
Spain interested in developing Halal Industry
Spain is interested in engaging more Muslim countries in business and trade especially in the Halal food sector, bolstered by its strong agriculture industry.
UK: Collaboration of Halal Assure-IP and Romer Labs to provide Halal Assurance
The key challenge is to make sure the Halal Integrity is not compromised at any stage of the supply chain.
Saudi Agro-Food 2014 highlights industry trends
Held concurrently with Saudi Agro-Food 2014 are Saudi Agriculture 2014 – the 33rd international agriculture, water and agro-trade industry show.
Australia: SWOT analysis exposes Asian opportunities for Australian exporters
The Australian Food and Grocery Council has published a series of reports that it hopes will deepen the manufactured food industry’s understanding of the opportunities.
