Mar 10, 2022
Halal certified products contribute to clean living by verifying that there are either no animal products in processed foods, or there are animal products that meet Halal standards. In addition, other ingredients besides animal products are certified if and when they meet Islamic dietary requirements.
Mar 3, 2022
People who have resolved to shed a few extra pounds gained during the pandemic or over the holidays, will often choose to go on prescribed and scheduled diet plans. The most popular diet plans in the world are Paleo, Keto, Whole Foods, Intermittent and Mediterranean Diets. These diets have a world-wide following amongst consumers.
Feb 24, 2022
In this interview Yassine Tebbal, Quality Assurance Director at Islamic Services of America (ISA) explains how companies can obtain Halal Certification. Mr. Tebbal is a food scientist who has worked as an auditor and QA director at ISA for over 14 years. Prior to that he was a QA manager for Coca Cola. He outlines the steps involved for companies that want to be Halal certified.
Feb 17, 2022
According to Pew Research, 30 percent of the world’s population will be Muslim by 2050. The population growth of Muslims will be nearly double the rate of the rest of the world. Well-managed Halal compliant food companies will be able to tap into an expanding $2 trillion market as populations grow and economies develop world-wide.
Feb 10, 2022
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a monumental effect on the USA food and beverage industry and these trends will continue into 2022. It has both directly and indirectly altered food consumption norms. Food and beverage tastes and preferences as well as buying behavior amongst consumers have changed and changes are expected to be long-term.
Feb 3, 2022
The IMF predicts that in 2022 economic growth for each region will slightly decline. There will still be growth but slightly less growth than in 2021. In the USA 1.8% growth is good and next year the International Conference Board ICB) is predicting growth of 3.8%. That is really good.
Jan 27, 2022
Halal certification applies to a huge range of foods, cosmetics, and consumer goods. Even industrial products that we never purchase directly in our daily lives can be certified Halal for use as additives to Halal certified foods or cosmetics, or in packaging. You’ll be surprised at the things that can be Halal certified, and you might discover new ways that certification can fit into your business plan.
Jan 20, 2022
Halal has a broader appeal to consumers who value purity, transparency, and animal welfare. Halal certification also fits well with other environmental and ethical certifications, making it an essential qualification for brands aimed at socially conscious Muslims as well as a valuable addition to brands marketing primarily to a non-Muslim audience.
Jan 13, 2022
The Halal industry has become a new economic sector as more companies are offering more inclusive options. There are now 8 million Halal consumers in the U.S., but there is also a growing global demand for U.S. consumable products — and being Halal-certified opens opportunities for you to reach the 1.6 billion Halal consumers worldwide.
Dec 30, 2021
While international cuisine is a growing sector, Halal certification can benefit any kind of frozen meals or snacks, from pizza to quiche to lasagna. These products offer speed and convenience, and busy consumers will be glad to see assurance that a product meets their standards at a glance, without needing to read the entire label or call the company.