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Dairy and meat exporters to Egypt will have to gain halal accreditation from just one new company approved by its government, which critics worry will have a “chilling” effect on future trade. IS EG Halal was established by the Egyptian Government as the state entity responsible for halal certification of all animal products imported and …
Halal is an Arabic word that means “licit” or “allowed.” More than that, it is a concept present in the eating habits and consumption of cosmetic and pharmaceutical products among Muslims across the world. Under the Sharia, the code of Islamic laws, the followers of Muhammad are only allowed to consume products that fit into …
Jewish and Muslim leaders say that, although a new plant-based product that looks and tastes like ground pork isn’t meat, it isn’t kosher or halal, either. Two organizations that certify kosher and halal foods — Islamic Services of America and Orthodox Union Kosher agency — have indicated that Impossible Pork is problematic, even if its …
By Islamic Services of America (ISA HALAL) What is the Difference between “Halal Suitability” and Halal Certification? All Halal-certified foods must be Halal-suitable, but not all Halal-suitable food is certified. Food or other consumer product may be Halal, but in a world of long supply chains and complicated manufacturing processes, it’s often impossible for a consumer to be sure without some kind of third-party assurance. …
Some American Muslims are realizing their halal meat isn’t as religiously acceptable as they thought, but they’re working to make sure animals are treated humanely and die well. For hours on a chilly November day last year, Dawood Yasin, 45, was perched high up in the canopy of an Indiana forest while he muttered prayers …
