Category: Research
UK: Fourth HFA Halal Industry Conference (HHIC) 2018
The conference drew attendees from UK, Europe, Middle-East and Far-East including representatives from mainstream global food brands.
Pakistan: Al-Rahim gets permission to export chilled Halal meat to Middle East
The Al-Rahim slaughterhouse slaughterhouse is accredited by the Ministry of Climate Control & Environment (MOCCAE) to export chilled beef to UAE.
UK retailers cash in on Ramadan and Eid
This year an estimated four million British Muslims will be observing the holy month of Ramadan and fasting during the day.
Saudi appetite for organic food said to be growing – survey
Ethical food choice motives – concern for environment (19 percent) and animal welfare (12 percent) – also have a strong influence on consumers’ attitudes.
Australia leading Global Hub of Halal Meat With Muslim Population of Over 500,000
Australia, which has over 500,000 Muslims, has become a leading hub in making and producing halal meats.
Punjab Food Authority bans “energy” in energy drinks, while KP bans drink altogether
Ordered beverage companies that manufacture so called “Energy drinks” to remove the label as it is misleading for consumers and scientifically false.
Saudi Prince Advocates Healthier Living With Region-Wide Vegan Restaurant
Prince Khaled will be opening at least 10 restaurants in the UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Lebanon, and Jordan.
Halal industry can help Indonesia in international trade
Unfortunately, the halal law is considered burdensome for businesses because it is difficult to apply.
UAE: Al Islami Foods sells minority stake to Mitsubishi Corporation
UAE-based frozen meat halal manufacturer Al Islami Foods has sold a minority stake to Mitsubishi Corporation to drive further growth in the global halal market.
Malaysia: MIHAS 2018 records strong sales – the MIHAS Roundup
A total of RM1.52 billion sales were recorded, compared to RM1.01 billion registered last year.
Canada: First new hatchery in more than 30 years to open in Ontario
In addition to the new hatchery, the two companies announce that they are investing $10 million to enhance its halal processing facility.
Central Asia countries to increase exports of halal products
Kyrgyzstan is preparing to launch a pilot project of voluntary certification and labeling of products and services for compliance with halal standards.
A boost on the horizon for South African halaal exports
Wesgro, Cape Town and the Western Cape’s tourism, trade and investment agency, is leading a trade delegation to Singapore for Food and Hotel Asia.
Philippines set for new halal accreditation scheme as officials eye bigger slice of $630bn market
A new halal accreditation scheme for the Philippines will be launched by Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) next month.
Malaysia: Ethical Consumerism and the Importance of Halal Cosmetics
A noticeable growing trend in cosmetics in Malaysia, is in the demand for halal-compliant products.
Philippines: 1st PHL National Halal Conference slated
The strategic road map includes the launch of the approved Philippine National halal Certification Scheme and the Accreditation Guidelines.
Canada: Halal Beef a huge opportunity for Alberta, say experts
More needs to be done to tap into the huge and growing market for halal meat, say experts, and there is a growing demand in Canada.
Malaysia: New harmonisation body will take the ‘joke’ out of profit-seeking Halal certification
The Saudi regulator said many had adopted an interpretation of Halal practices that is too loose, in a bid to attract more paying customers to use their Halal stamps.
Opinion: The stakes are high
The stakes are high, not only for religious reasons for Muslims, but also international implications, where people are campaigning against Halal slaughter practices.
Malaysia: Pharmaniaga eyeing north for 1st halal vaccine plant
Pharmaniaga Bhd is looking to build Malaysia’s first halal vaccine plant in the northern region of Peninsular Malaysia.
