Food

RHB Research on Monday (May 29) raised its target price for Japan Foods to S$0.65 from S$0.60, as it expects the company to report stronger near-term …

Illinois is poised to become the first state in the nation to mandate that halal/kosher food be made available at public facilities, including …

Bosnia, a key player in the European halal food industry, is strategically leveraging its geographical advantage to boost its halal food exports to …

South Korea has established itself as a significant global soft power, boasting a multitude of cultural exports ranging from popular music and …

The Halal industry is surrounded by unique personalities that have over decades, influenced and impacted the positive growth of the industry.  Being a …

The FDA has recently published the results of its sampling project aimed at detecting economically motivated adulteration (EMA) in imported honey. The …

On Earth Day, attention is drawn to Malaysia’s first cultivated meat production facility in Penang, which could help in the fight against …

In the ever-evolving landscape of American gastronomy, halal cuisine has emerged as a growing force. With a burgeoning Muslim population and a broader …

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), one of the world’s largest fast-food chains, has become a global phenomenon, serving millions of customers in over …

One of the most appealing aspects of today’s multicultural society is how Halal food has promoted diversity and inclusivity.  The days when …

As the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, Ramadan holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims across the globe. Marked by fasting, prayer, …

Halal Wagyu Beef is a type of meat that has recently gained popularity. As explained on halaltimes.com, Wagyu beef comes from a specific breed of …

Experience the Flavors of Somalia: Perfect Pre-Dawn and Post-Sunset Dishes Ramadan is a time for self-reflection and community building. It’s also a …

At health and wellness conferences worldwide, we are hearing more and more about consumers switching to functional foods. What are dysfunctional foods …

Exports of Kobe beef to Saudi Arabia will begin next month for the first time. Premium meat is becoming increasingly popular overseas, and Japanese …

By enhancing its integrated ecosystem and strengthening the food supply chain, Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD Group) is working to realize …

In the Islamic dietary laws or Halal, the consumption of meat is subject to specific guidelines. The meat of some animals is considered permissible …

Tanmiah Food Company, a Saudi Arabian poultry, and other meat products company, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding with MHP, Europe’s …

Al Amir Food’s facility covers 13,500 square meters and costs AED35 million. Al Amir Food Industries (AAFI) is to invest AED 35 million in a new …

The global halal industry has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by increasing demand for halal products from both Muslim and …

Qatar has reaffirmed a religious ban on eating insects after the European Union added new products to its list of approved foods. Insect products do …

Halal food safety is critical for the growing number of Muslims around the world who follow the dietary laws of Islam. Ensuring the safety and quality …

The development of the halal industry, especially in the food sector, is one of the new areas of cooperation that can be explored between Malaysia and …

Package It Halal When Halal is mentioned, many people think of Halal restaurants or Halal ingredients in food. But Halal encompasses many food and …

Halal food has grown in popularity in recent years, not only among Muslims but also among people of all backgrounds who are looking for cleaner and …

As of 2019, the beauty industry is valued at an estimated of $532 billion and counting! Needless to say, the beauty industry is growing faster than …

Wipro Consumer Care and Lighting, one of the fastest-growing FMCG companies in India, has announced a definitive agreement with Nirapara, a popular …

Afghan cameleers helped settle Australia’s interior. There is a camel in Hanifa Deen’s kitchen. He looks down at her as she cooks, eyes proud yet …

What do beer-battered fish, Bolognese sauce and tiramisu have in common? The answer is their recipes contain alcohol.  Most people know that alcohol …

A social media post about Oreo biscuits being non-halal (haram) due to the presence of alcohol and lard derivatives went viral recently, causing the …

A Glasgow restaurateur, he was part of the rise of the British curry house — and played an essential part in its story. Ali Ahmed Aslam, the …

Is Taco Bell Halal or Haram? Taco Bell is a beloved fast-food chain that has been serving Mexican-inspired dishes to customers around the world for …

What do halal-certified products entail? The expression is Arabic in origin and refers to food prepared in conformity with Islamic norms as being …

OneAgrix, Inexto, OriginTrail, and their ecosystem partners unveil a revolutionary and comprehensive halal digitization solution, tracing beef from …

Hong Kong Muslims cheer KFC’s first Halal outlet in the city and hope more fast-food chains, and restaurants will cater to the community Currently, …

Russia is planning to increase its Halal meat exports to the Middle East by 6 folds in the next eight years Russian exports of halal products to …

With the ongoing global pandemic and rising and falling numbers of COVID-19 cases in almost every country around the world, one would think that air …

How can you eat real Halal food in Japan? The answer to the question is important for local Muslims as well as Muslim visitors from other countries.  …

When we hear about food shortages, they are often attributed to unpredictable weather patterns, war, post and pandemic inflation, and supply chain …

There is significant support for mandatory labels for meat from animals slaughtered without stunning, a government report suggests. The report …

Toronto is nothing short of multicultural. With over 250 ethnicities represented in the region, diversity weaves itself into every aspect of the …

Franchising A franchise is a license that allows a person or a company to use an established brand name, brand assets, trademarks, and processes. The …

When Muslims from India and Pakistan began arriving in the United Kingdom in large numbers in the 1960s, they imported two anxieties common to …

The corporate sector in the country must fully exploit the potential of the vast scope of halal food exports in global markets as its current size of …

Food insecurity is the state of insufficient good quality food for people. The typical understanding of food insecurity refers to food scarcity and …

Hunters and Gatherers If we go back to the beginning, highly innovative early Homo Sapiens invented spears, cleavers, fishhooks, the bow and arrow, …

How to declare that something is Halal or haram? A lot of Muslims want to know the answer to this question. They want to get a clear opinion from …

For Muslims living in the United States, which accounts for about 1.10% of the US population, finding Halal restaurants and Halal grocery stores can …

From mirin to soy sauce, alcohol is an integral part of Japanese stocks, sauces, and other products used to prepare dishes such as soba noodles or …

Islam prescribes some dietary guidelines to Muslims by forbidding certain foods (Haram) and permitting others (Halal).  This has made it challenging …

Numerous European countries have recently implemented bans on Halal slaughtering practices, with Germany being the most recent to join this trend. …

Anime is an entertainment genre originating in Japan. Some may be old enough to remember Astro Boy in the 1960s and 1970s or Sailor Moon in the …

The other day, I met with four young Muslim men from Florida, on their first-ever visit to Japan.  They were sitting in a Malaysian restaurant called …

The global Halal food market is growing at a rate of 11.24% annually. With the current levels of US$1,978 Billion in 2021, it is expected to reach …

South Korean food giant SPC group plans to expand into Malaysia to get a share of the $2 trillion global Halal food market. SPC said it has invested …

A few days ago, ISA received an inquiry from a Halal consumer. “I want to make my own sausage but I have no idea where to find Halal casings.”  …

Malaysia recently faced a major challenge to its Halal supply chain industry when it was revealed that a meat cartel had been supplying haram meat to …

Blockchain-based firm IBF Net has started building a metaverse, compliant with Shariah teachings, with a view of unveiling it before 2022 ends, IFN …

Brussels does not plan to ban Halal slaughter in the region. Halal slaughter is still allowed. Belgian promoters of a ban on kosher and halal …

Meat is typically what people think of when they think of Halal, but there are many other ways that humans use animal products. In Islam, it is …

Vietnam should focus on Malaysia for exports, especially food and beverages, during the post-pandemic economic recovery. This was the message echoed …

Indonesia has long been a headache for logistics companies. However, brave challengers have tried to take up the seemingly insurmountable task by …

The demand for Halal food has surged even among non-Muslims lately. Muslim slaughterhouses around the world are reporting the increase in demand for …

While many people familiar with Halal food and certification know that it refers to certain animals and types of meat that are permissible to consume, …

The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) will send a halal team to conduct audits at all abattoirs and at the Supreme Islamic Council of …

LuLu Hypermarkets across Saudi Arabia are hosting this week the “Thailand Halal Food Festival 2022,” featuring in-store promotions and online offers …

Turkish Standards Institute (TSE) successfully passed the audits and examinations carried out by the Halal Accreditation Agency (HAK) and received the …

The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) director-general Datuk Hakimah Mohd Yus said it was investigating alleged violations of halal …

Can Pakistan grab a share in the $3 trillion global Halal markets?  The answer to this question may depend on a whole host of internal and external …

Is fake meat or plant-based Halal? Well. It looks like an interesting question for Muslims who care about the purity of their food. We can easily say …

Eat a variety of healthy foods There are certain foods that will help people heal from injury or illness.  Studies show that foods high in Vitamin A, …

For the first time in two years, Muslims in Toronto are celebrating Ramadan without restrictions. Lobster poutine, fried chicken sandwiches, doner …

Russia’s Ukraine invasion, which has already exacerbated food woes in parts of Africa and the Middle East, is marring preparations for the holy …

Why is food so expensive these days? Just about everyone who has made a trip to the supermarket or ordered groceries online has felt the pinch …

Afghans are facing a devastating economic collapse and food shortages ahead of the holy month of Ramadan. And, the world largely seems to ignore the …

The government has approved the establishment of the Thailand Halal Taskforce aimed at tapping into the global halal food market worth US$30 trillion …

Hindu Janajagrithi Samithi, a right-wing fanatic Hindu organization in Karnataka, on Monday, said that they were starting a campaign against the …

Cambodia, largely a non-Muslim country, plans to start exporting Halal products to Muslims all over the world. The authorities in Phnom Penh, held …

Karachi: Businessmen have called upon the government and the private sector to make serious efforts to enable Pakistan to gain its due share in the …

The global market for Halal-certified products is set to nearly double by 2030 and Australian exporters are in a prime position to profit after recent …

We have been talking about the possibility of Muslims launching more and more Halal brands globally. The Halal Guys in the US has proven to be one …

Interview with Yassine Tebbal Quality Assurance Director at ISA In this interview, Yassine Tebbal, Quality Assurance Director at Islamic Services of …

Southland in New Zealand is facing a significant shortfall of halal slaughtermen, risking the closure of halal processing chains and potentially …

Over the last decade, Poland has become a major producer of kosher and halal meat. Yet, with its tiny Jewish and Muslim communities, only a small …

Is lab-grown meat halal? Many people ask this question. Food security for 2 billion Muslims and others around the world is a vital issue. Food tech …

Integrated Media Technology Limited announced the signing of a subscription agreement for 60% equity interests in the World Integrated Supply …

By Islamic Services of America (ISA) Halal certification is important for all processed foods because processing obscures the nature of …

The global food industry is changing and so are the foods being served. Bloomberg recently published an article about lab-grown meat whether it is …

Up to 99 million animals a year are needlessly slaughtered without stunning there is an oversupply for the UK’s religious meat market, a study …

Belgium Muslims plan to appeal to the country’s prohibition of halal animal slaughtering by taking the case to the European Court of Human Rights …

The Arab world is among Brazil’s most important trade partners, but its distance from those markets took its toll as the pandemic rattled global …

Data analysis and the use of artificial intelligence have become crucial for traceable production processes to deliver animal sustainability,” said …

The nation’s foremost American pioneer in premium, Halal hand-cut meat and poultry products, Crescent Foods, announced major retailers will carry its …

Why should you eat Halal meat even if you are a non-Muslim? Quite often we have a healthy conversation with our non-Muslim friends about the necessity …

Born and raised in Dearborn, Abraham Obeid is taking over the metro Detroit area with his halal food reviews. Abe’s food reviews started as just for …

The global halal market – mostly catering to Muslims but also attracting those who prefer thoroughly inspected products – currently stands at $7 …

Nottinghamshire halal baby food manufacturer For Aisha Baby Foods has received a £400,000 investment to develop new product ranges and meet overseas …

A major row threatens to erupt between backbench MPs and Environment Secretary over plans to introduce quotas George Eustice has been warned that up …

A Greek court bans Kosher and Halal slaughter. The court termed them inhumane. Notably, the court decision comes after the Panhellenic Animal Welfare …

Jordan has approved three slaughterhouses of Pakistan for export of bovine, camel, sheep, and goat meat to Amman, revealed a statement issued by the …

Malaysian and Turkish companies should explore opportunities for collaboration in halal manufacturing not only for their countries but also for the …

A former meat processing plant in Tiermaclane looks set to reopen under new management over the coming weeks, according to Deputy Cathal Crowe. The …

Indonesia has set a target to become a center of the world’s halal industry in 2024 given its potential market for halal products in the …

In the global halal marketplace, Thailand is emerging as a major supplier of a wide range of products and services deemed permissible for consumption …

Chinese halal food producers want to invest in Pakistan. The South Asian country currently exports most of its Halal food products from Malaysia and …

A congressional letter backed by Muslim and Jewish groups urged the US government to make kosher and halal meat available to observant Jews and …

The global Halal market is expected to reach $875.99 billion by 2028. It is one of the fastest-growing markets in the world. Now, the market is …

  By ISA Halal Halal is not the same as Kosher or Organic, but there are similarities between Kosher and Halal, and food and cosmetics that are …

ROME — The United Nations on Monday lamented a “dramatic worsening” of world hunger last year, saying much of that is likely connected to the …

SINGAPORE – In recent years, Singapore’s halal dining scene has been flourishing, with more food and beverage (F&B) outlets opening …

Many of us have grown up consuming various food products from Nestle and other big names in the food industry such as Kellogg and Procter & …

Saudi Arabia has banned imports from 11 Brazilian poultry plants with no warning or explanation, according to a joint statement from Brazil’s …

The halal business is growing fast in New Zealand and Malaysian companies should tap into the market in the island nation, says the New Zealand …

The world of learning and education is changing. The Covid-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on organizations, individuals, economies, and …

Vietnamese food processors have opportunities to tap into the billion-USD Halal market when attending a hybrid exhibition on Halal products and …

A few short years ago, the author of this blog post met with a Russian businessman on the sidelines of the Mihas Trade Show in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. …

TrustBIX signed a Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”) with Canadian-based Riz Global Foods Inc. (“Riz Global”) where the Company’s BIX platform will …

Today, we are saddened to share this documentary about corruption in the halal industry. The documentary was produced by an Australia-based Muslim …

Why should we consolidate the global halal food market? Why is the halal food market so fragmented currently? Does this fragmentation have anything to …

World hunger is on the rise. We have not been on track to achieve the sustainable development goal for hunger. There is more than enough food produced …

Officials at Paris, Lyon, and Evry mosques believe the slaughter conditions, which are expected to come into effect in July, will make it impossible …

The new domestic logistics service by Nippon Express is aimed at enhancing halal logistics services in Japan to cater to the growing needs of Muslim …

Nigeria’s quest to become the leading hub for the Halal Market in Africa hinges on developing a robust value chain, that provides innovative products …

In a surprising development, Indonesia has fired the Head of Halal Agency BPJPH. BPJPH was established in October 2017 by the ministry of religious …

Pakistani halal meat exports The Pakistan Halal Authority (PHA) has decided to verify the halal integrity of food products at the import and export …

The authorities are not aware of any mislabelling of halal meat taking place here, said the Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Masagos Zulkilfi, who …

For the Halal Industry to thrive in Nigeria and contribute to the nation’s economic development, a robust regulatory framework is required. “If Halal …

  Most of you might have heard the concept of artificial meat which only recently became a reality. So many people ask whether the meat is halal. …

One of South Korea’s largest food manufacturers, Daesang Corp. has big plans in the halal market after gaining confidence from its foray into …

Malaysian halal industry is in the doldrums after the fake halal meat scandal recently. It was devastated due to this scandal and, the general public …

There has been a lot of controversy around the concept of stunning or not stunning animals before they are slaughtered the Halal way. The debate on …

DUBAI: Lab-grown meat may sound like an unpalatable sci-fi concoction, but thanks to innovations in cellular agriculture, combined with growing …

KUALA LUMPUR: The meat cartel, which has been smuggling non-halal meat and mixing it with the halal variety before distribution in the local market, …

How are global challenges affecting the halal food industry? Well, this is an important question that needs to be addressed in light of the challenges …

The UAE-based halal food giant has made its first foray into the vegan market with a plant-based burger based on sunflower protein UAE-based Al Islami …

The Halal food industry is expanding all over the world. Even countries like Japan which have a relatively small Muslim population are making inroads …

In response to allegations made on social media linking Allana meat products to the controversial meat cartel scandal, Allanasons (Kuala Lumpur) …

There should be no attempts to cover up or protect any individuals, even VVIPs if they are found to be tied to the activities of a meat cartel that is …

The Malaysian government will improve and update halal standards, particularly involving imported meat and meat products, said Minister in the Prime …

Dubai: Islamic banking is gaining traction in the UAE in terms of progress, penetration, and perception according to the latest Islamic Banking Index …

binary comment Morocco’s export association, ASMEX, has inked a deal with the Center for Standardization and Certification under the Spiritual …

The London-based startup, Halal Joints, celebrates the launch of its iPhone and Android app which will facilitate the needs of Halal diners across the …

Pakistan is pushing hard to increase its export of halal meat to various countries in the Middle East.  The Pakistani government is trying to boost …

Indonesia`s halal food exports are on the rise. The total monetary value of these exports is estimated at US$229 million.  So far, the country has …

Mickey Quah Having worked in the global halal media industry for several years now, we have been watching a countless number of companies in every …

Indonesia is planning to get a bigger share of the global halal market which is expected to grow to US$3 trillion by the year 2023.  The Indonesian …

In a strange twist of events earlier this week, Poland’s senate passed a law that will end its $1.8 billion kosher and halal meat export industry in …

Singapore and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have shown interest to make Johor their main food supplier in the near future. Mentri Besar Datuk Hasni …

Indonesia has invited Malaysian companies to cooperate in developing its halal food industry to strengthen both economies. Indonesia’s Deputy …

Pakistan can earn Rs50 billion foreign exchange annually by exporting halal meat and Rs40 billion by exporting sacrificial animals on Haj The global …

Noman Khawaja, CEO of Haloodies, said Covid-19 posed a ‘challenge’ for other parts of the business, such as in-store sales and the firm’s food …

The Islamic Development Bank Group and the UAE Ministry of Economy and Annual Investment Meeting, recently conducted a live webinar entitled “IsDB …

Let us restart our halal businesses as the COVID-19 pandemic is slowing down in different parts of the world. Most of the businesses around the globe …

A halal label is a gateway to success in business as the global halal economy has been expanding for the last two decades. The fact was echoed by the …

The Covid-19 pandemic has altered the political and economic landscape worldwide. The Arab countries in the Middle East are no different as they …

The Halal Times staff would like to extend our heartiest Eid greetings to Muslim brothers and sisters all over the world. According to our …

JEDDAH: Organization of Islamic Countries (OIC) asks members to share their expertise in education with the least developed member states. In a speech …

Halal food demand is rising in Indonesia as people turn to religious practices for comfort amid the COVID-19 pandemic, reports have shown. Inventure …

São Paulo – Halal meat sales have plummeted due to COVID-19, Brazilian media has reported the story. Every year, GCC countries’ food imports …

The coronavirus pandemic has turned life upside down for many New Yorkers, including those who wish to safely practice their faiths. Muslims, who …

How are you going to shop during this Ramadan? Is it better to order groceries online or go to a nearby store? Ramadan shopping is important for many …

What Is The Coronavirus Doing To India? Rise of Islamophobia. An organized hate campaign by Indian media, ultra-religious Hindu terrorists,  and the …

Iftar during Ramadan CAIRO — The first day of the Islamic fasting month of Ramadan is particularly significant to Muslims all over the world. However, …

Malaysian Halal export target lowered. That is a no-new now as the global economy has been facing unsurmountable challenges for the past few weeks …

BRF SA, the world’s largest chicken exporter, has announced that it has been granted 15 permits to export meat products from Brazil to Oman. …

Four major Thai companies had already invested in Pakistan while another four were exploring new opportunities for investment in Pakistan. Lahore-: …

Although Indonesia is the largest Muslim country in the world in terms of population, it, unfortunately, also becomes the largest halal importer. …

On Jan 1, 2020, Italy launched an online marketplace for halal products called deenary.com, as the first-ever online marketplace for European Muslims. …

The manager of a central Alberta meat processing plant that already flies fresh lamb to Dubai every week says he expects the market for certified …

Manila: Filipino experts have developed a rice-based ready-to-eat halal meal that will serve as emergency food in calamity-hit areas of the …

Moscow- The authorities of Ingushetia are ready to arrange halal meat deliveries to airlines carrying out flights to the republic from Moscow, ” the …

KARACHI: The year 2019 has turned out to be another low-growth year for Pakistan’s poultry sector, which is at its all-time low, owing to various tax …

Leader of a Chinese delegation Zhu Maa has shown interest in investing in the Halal meat industry in Pakistan and exporting it to China and the Middle …

Malaysian and other baby Halal food manufacturers have been making inroads in various international markets for quite some time now. The …

Turkey has been a net exporter of confectionery products to the world for a long time. Turkish Confectionery Promotion Group has taken up the target …

With food accounting for nearly two-thirds of business in the global halal economy, there has been a flurry of new product activity in …

  DUBAI —  The UAE’s free trade zones are using advanced information management tools to drive the doubling of the global free trade zone GDP, …

  The campaign, lined up to run until after Eid Al Fitr, will set up a podium, featuring the replica of a refugee camp and an interactive …

KOTA TINGGI 22 SEPTEMBER 2016 ( BH JBH087G ) Saluran paip Terminal Laut Dalam Kedua Pengerang (PDT2) di Kompleks Bersepadu Pengerang (PIC). NSTP/IHSAN …

TAIPEI (Taiwan News)— With a growing population of over 200,000 Muslims, more restaurants in Taiwan are applying for halal certification and the …

A legal “fighting fund” is planned by the Halal Food Authority (HFA), the certification body, to meet what it said was an increasing number of …

DUBAI: The Salma Humanitarian Relief Programme, an initiative of the Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (Died) executed by Awqaf and Minors …

Tawau: Six tonnes of chicken meat from the United States were confiscated from two supermarkets here, Wednesday, for not having the Halal logo – the …

Japan’s biggest food manufacturer has chosen Malaysia to be its hub for halal exports, in partnership with a Malaysian chicken major. Leading the …

LAHORE: De-regulation of meat prices in the local market is a prerequisite to improve the product’s supply in the country and to increase the …

Kota Kinabalu: Taiwan is ranked the seventh most desirable non-IOC destination for Muslims attracting 30,000 such visitors a year, while Singapore is …

Malaysia’s longest-running food and beverage industry event marks its 18th year MIB 2017, which will be held from 9-11 August at Putra World Trade …

The Philippine Halal Export Development Board (PHEDB) is fast-tracking the formulation of the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the …

KUALA LUMPUR: Japanese traditional confectionery company, Tokachiseika Co Ltd today inked an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) agreement with Dkay …

KARACHI (Daily Dunya) – A recent study by the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry states that Pakistan’s meat industry is growing at an …

There are dozens and dozens of halal carts in this city at any given moment. It would be impossible to visit them all, let alone try every dish from …

LAHORE: Halal food can take the country’s exports to new heights, but the government continues to ignore it. Halal food, particularly beef and meat is …

   By 2018, the halal food trade market will soar beyond $1.6 trillion. Halal products beyond food such as cosmetics and pharmaceuticals nearly …

Former president FPCCI, S.M. Muneer, who is the leading ruling business group in the apex trade body, has called for more efforts by the government …

Unilever plans to position its operation in the Philippines as the regional hub for the halal market in Southeast Asia and Australia as it puts up …

Undertaken by parenting site ChannelMum.com, eight out of ten mothers (82%) said having more Muslim families in ads could boost cultural and religious …

Kuala Lumpur: A blueprint on Bumiputera entrepreneur’s involvement in the halal industry, which is aimed at enhancing their contribution to the …

Halal food has grown in popularity in Houston, as many consider it to be the healthier option. It is prepared according to Muslim tradition, and …

The new norm will be rolled out progressively from June. A list of the goods that will be required to be certified will be released soon. São Paulo – …

UNILEVER Philippines will start supplying Halal products for both domestic and foreign markets, after its factory in Cavite, the Philippines recently …

PAKISTAN’S meat exports are on the decline despite a global trend of rapid growth. The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) figures that the …

TAIPEI (Taiwan News)—There is a general misconception among those unfamiliar with Islam that halal only regulates food eaten by Muslims, but it has …

MANILA, Philippines –  The Philippines and Brunei have agreed to cooperate in developing their halal industry and explore ways to enhance their …

Baraka Bakery and Grocery in Nashville, Tennessee, is recalling an undetermined amount of ground beef products because they may be contaminated with …

BRUNEI chefs are skilled but they lack international recognition as they are not coming out to showcase their food creations, said renowned …

NAIROBI, Kenya (RNS) In a country where 82 percent are Christian, halal, the dietary standard in Islamic law, is finding greater acceptance. Kenya is …

HONG KONG  — At the PNB Perdana Hotel, the Quran is the standard operating procedure. Just steps away from the iconic Petronas Towers in the …

KUCHING: Cooperatives in Sarawak should venture into halal food production, which is still a largely untapped and growing market. Minister of …

ROSEMONT, Ill., April 25, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Over the course of three days, international and national companies, accreditation …

TOKYO — Nippon Express is expanding transportation services that meet Islamic dietary rules, anticipating steady growth in demand in Japan and …

TORONTO – A growing Muslim community in Canada has led to swelling sales of halal food, which has some grocers, manufacturers, and eateries seeking …

Chicago, IL – Organic Valley has been selected as the Company of the Year by the Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America (IFANCA®). The …

TORONTO, April 19, 2017 /CNW/ – The Halal Guys have set their eyes on an ambitious expansion in Toronto and the GTA, starting with the opening …

DAVAO CITY, Philippines—In order to ensure the marketability of foods that are certified as “halal” in both domestic and global markets, City Mayor …

KUALA LUMPUR, April 19 — Datuk Dr. Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki lamented today that Muslims here care more about the halal status of their food, compared to …

This report studies the Halal Food & Beverages market status and outlook of global and United States, from angles of players, regions, product …

KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysian authorities will not issue halal certification for non-alcoholic “beer” or any product that uses “haram”-related names such …

KUALA LUMPUR (April 14): Investment holding company PRG Holdings Bhd, which is involved in property development, construction, and manufacturing …

A Muslim leader has challenged politician Pauline Hanson to visit the Toowoomba Mosque after her controversial call for a boycott of halal-certified …

Eaglexpress, an airline that is dedicated to Haj and Umrah, may complement Malaysia’s ambitions of becoming a net exporter of Halal food. The company …

TOKYO —Japanese fastener maker YKK Corp has started providing halal meals at the cafeteria of a factory in central Japan, as an increasing number of …

PUTRAJAYA: Food is undoubtedly the hallmark of cultures, and diffe­rent dishes and delicacies could be found under one roof at Anjung Floria here …

KUALA LUMPUR, April 5 — Malaysia is on track to achieve global halal hub status by 2020, backed by a holistic ecosystem, said Minister of …

ARMM’s Office of the Regional Governor. MindaNews file photo by BOBBY TIMONERA The Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Armm), Philippine …

The Report provided by 24 Market Reports is about Halal Food in the Global market, especially in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific, South …

PETALING JAYA: Sedania Innovator Bhd’s (SIB) recent proposed acquisition of Sedalia As-Salam Capital (SASC) for RM12mil is a leap into the fintech …

Jeddah: Siasat Art Gallery is going to organize Islamic Calligraphy Exhibition in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from 30th March to 1st, April 2017 under …

At Barberian’s Steak House in Toronto, the Canada Prime steaks are butchered and aged in-house. Hungry beef lovers can tuck into a rib steak or prime …

AJ Ahmad has come a long way from his college days washing dishes and working as a tutor to pay the bills while sharing an apartment with …

Japan is emerging as a preferred tourist destination for Muslims. Though the country has a very small percentage of Muslim residents, it is generously …

The Malaysia Islamic Development Department (Jakim) has been urged to explain the halal status of chocolate brands, Daim and Toblerone, which have …

Tokyo:- While Japanese producers strive to tap the growing local and international halal food sector, some operating within the country worry that the …

Several provincial and local governments throughout China have subsidized Muslims’ purchases of halal meat this year. According to the State …

FOOD and non-food producers in Cebu are encouraged to secure Halal certification to access the deep pockets of the Muslim market. Albino Ganchero, …

São Paulo – After securing a consistent foothold in Brazil, Linux Cosméticos, a men’s and women’s cosmetics manufacturing company geared towards …

The annual international exhibition Moscow Halal Expo was held in Moscow several days ago. It was organized under the patronage of Russia’s …

ISKANDAR PUTERI: Some Chinese food production companies are interested to invest in Johor’s halal-based food processing industries due to Malaysia’s …

Japanese restaurant chain Sushi King, the largest earnings contributor to Texchem Resources Bhd’s restaurant division, is eyeing annual sales of RM300 …

Jakarta (ANTARA News) – Japan, the third-largest foreign investor country in Indonesia, is showing interest in expanding their businesses in the …

Dubai: Despite rising spend on halal food and beverages worldwide, there are a few mergers and acquisitions in the global halal F&B market, …

SEJONG, Feb. 19 (Yonhap) — South Korean food companies are setting their sights on the growing Muslim food and beverage markets that promise to …

Australian army has issued orders that one-third of its meals to the combat troops has to be halal-certified. This followed a series of changes in the …

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is looking to expand its halal market to the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) countries including Australia and New …

ISLAMABAD: Worldwide spending on Halal food and lifestyle products could rise 10.8% per year until 2019 and will create an international industry …

SYRIA – With the war in Syria now approaching its sixth year, agricultural production has plummeted and food supplies are at an all-time low, so …

SINGAPORE is primed to ride the wave of booming global demand for halal products and services – providing a good illustration of how the …

Manila: – The Department of Tourism (DOT) in Manila said it will be providing incentives for 50 restaurants in the Philippines being tapped to …

Tokyo – Japan is fast becoming a Halal-friendly country.  The government as well as the private sector are making conscious efforts to make the …

Doha: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are set to play a more crucial role in the fast-growing halal market in the coming years, according …

Dubai – Over recent months, the European Refugee Crisis has dominated news headlines. At the same time, tens of thousands of Halal ready-to-eat …

KUALA LUMPUR: There is a need for standard halal certification and supervision that fulfill the need of China’s Muslim community to ensure food …

BEIJING – Halal restaurants run by the Muslim Chinese minority, even in Beijing and Shanghai, are getting popularity among all ethnic …

COTABATO CITY – The Department of Science and Technology in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao inked a Memorandum of Understanding with …

Cologne (DPA) – Vegan, organic and fair-trade products were on offer alongside convenience food as the world‘s leading food fair was getting …

Indonesia’s confectionery sector is predicted to grow in a big way. By 2018 it is forecast to be worth US$2.6bn up from US$1.37bn in 2013. But …

MOSCOW (JTA) — At Russia’s largest kosher food factory, owner Pinhas Slobodnik welcomes his Muslim workers with a greeting in Arabic that he …

The Pakistan Monument is a landmark in Islamabad, which represents four provinces of Pakistan. Islamabad – Pakistan is all set to enter into the …

The ringgit weakened by the most in four weeks as data pointing to a contraction in Malaysia’s factory output dimmed the outlook for an economy …

As Islamic fashion is becoming a global industry, plenty is happening on the couture front. The characteristic scent of Arabic perfumed oils lingers …

Tokyo – Malaysian Prime Minister, Najib Razak on Tuesday stressed the importance of equitable growth in a roundtable conference jointly held by …

After mistakenly selling ‘halal’ meat products containing pork to unwitting customers across the UK, supermarket chain Aldi has been forced to …

New York – The Halal Guys, a famous Halal restaurant chain based in New York,  has signed three multi-unit franchise deals to open 40 …

In the past eight months, 47 Ukrainian companies have received halal certification, with the aim of targeting exports to the Middle East, said head of …

Penang, MALAYSIA, 30th January 2015 – Zilzar Tech Sdn Bhd (Zilzar) and PIHH Development Sdn Bhd (PIHH) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for …

Dubai: People in the UAE should pay for products that are not consumed by Muslims at the designated cashier to abide by the rules set by the Dubai …

Brahim’s Holdings Bhd has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Servair Investissements Aeroportuaire (SIA) to collaborate and …

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has launched new versions of “Reward” and “Massar”, the two career development programmes dedicated to supporting …

One of the major challenges of Islamic Finance is to create new products and services for its clients. Product innovation and enhancement is an …

Barka: Bank Nizwa, Oman’s first Islamic bank, has opened its 10th full-fledged branch in the Sultanate, achieving its two-year expansion target …

Bahrain Islamic Bank (BisB) has won the British publication International Finance Magazine’s (IFM) Best Islamic Bank Award in Bahrain for …

Turkey’s largest food group Yıldız Holding, which became the world’s largest cookie maker after the acquisition of the U.K.-based cookies and snacks …

Islamic finance shares a strong similarity with ethical investing. Like ethical investors, Shariah-compliant investors demand that their investments …

Qatar’s takaful (Islamic insurance) market is small compared with neighbouring countries such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE but has been in fast …

Tumbling oil prices are battering Bahrain’s Shariah-compliant bonds. The Gulf nation’s dollar-denominated sukuk that mature in 2018 have dropped 1.3 …

HONG KONG, Hong Kong’s government is trying to maintain the territory’s momentum toward becoming an Islamic finance centre, as other potential sukuk …

Los Angeles’ Chinese American museum is set to host a food tasting event called “Chinese Islamic Cuisine: A Delectable Discussion” on Sunday. With the …

Today, I got a chance to attend the first-ever Japan Halal Expo conference as well as the trade show at Makuhari Messe  in Chiba Prefecture, Japan.  …

Drake & Scull International (DSI) has announced the issuance of a $120 million unrated senior unsecured five-year certificates by way of private …

Dubai’s largest lender completed the deal at a spread of 150 basis points over midswaps, the tight end of the 150bps to 155bps guidance indicated …

Halal certifiers say consumers, whatever their religion, have nothing to fear from halal.  One of the major halal Certifying bodies in Australia, the …

ASTANA. KAZINFORM – In 2015, Kazakhstan’s Zaman-Bank JSC will operate in accordance with the principles of Islamic finance, announced …

Brunei’s Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah launched the 2014 Knowledge Convention (Majlis Ilmu 2014) with the theme of “Science and Technology …

The scope of Britain’s Islamic finance market is widening with several initiatives from the government and private sector, although the country …

KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysian Biotechnology Corp’s (Biotechcorp) exertions to drive the halal element in bioeconomy, has seen the org highlight the …

DUBAI, Oct 29 (Bernama) — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak today launched Zilzar.com, the world’s first Muslim Lifestyle …

CHIBA (Japan), Oct 21 (Bernama) – Malaysia and Japan will work closely in respect of the development of halal products. In this regard, the city …

MOSCOW – No bacon for breakfast, a room for prayers and a Quran on your bedside table: a hotel in Moscow has launched a special “halal” service as …

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Memorandum of …

As declining oil prices could strain  future budgets, governments across the Arab Gulf will likely review their available funding options for the …

The UAE’s leading financial institution, Mashreq has launched an offer for their cardholders by allowing them to pay for school fees using their …

 Halal meat export has fetched foreign exchange of US $ 230.2 million during 2013-14, showing almost 9 per cent increase as compared to same period …

The global industry for halal foods and lifestyle products that meet Islamic law standards of manufacture is estimated to be worth hundreds of …

The Institute for Food, Drugs and Cosmetics Assessment of Indonesian Ulema Council (LPPOM-MUI) will organize the International Halal Expo (INDHEX) …

Halal Poultry Bryansk Broiler, part of the Russian meat producer, Miratorg, is launching a line for production of halal chicken at its new production …

Halal Assure-IP, a UK-based Halal Certification body announced collaboration with Romer labs for DNA testing of products certified by Halal Assure-IP. …