UNDERSTANDING AND AWARENESS OF THE COMMUNITY ABOUT HALAL FOOD SELECTION

KEFAHAMAN DAN KESEDARAN MASYARAKAT TENTANG PEMILIHAN MAKANAN HALAL

Authors

  • Zalika Adam Fakulti Pengajian Bahasa Utama, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia
  • Lubna Abd Rahman Fakulti Pengajian Bahasa Utama, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.64757/alqanatir.2026.3505/1053

Keywords:

Understanding, Awareness, Selection, Products, Halal

Abstract

This study aims to assess the level of understanding and awareness of the community regarding the selection of halal food. The main objective of this study is to determine the level of understanding and awareness of halal food selection among the Malay community and to observe their confidence in halal food products. The methodology used in this study is a survey method through questionnaires distributed to users of halal food products. The collected data were statistically analyzed to achieve the study’s objectives. The results of the study show that the level of understanding, awareness, and confidence of the community about halal food is high. The community, especially the Malays, heavily relies on the halal logo to ensure that the products they purchase are safe, of high quality, and comply with halal requirements. However, there are still some individuals who remain doubtful about certain aspects of the halal production and certification process. This study suggests that more comprehensive and continuous awareness campaigns be conducted by authorities and related organizations to enhance community knowledge. In conclusion, this study emphasizes the importance of education and the dissemination of accurate information about halal food to ensure that the community makes wise and safe choices in their food selection. 

Abstrak

Kajian ini bertujuan untuk menilai tahap kefahaman dan kesedaran masyarakat mengenai pemilihan makanan halal. Objektif utama kajian ini adalah untuk mengetahui tahap kefahaman dan kesedaran terhadap pemilihan makanan halal dalam kalangan masyarakat Melayu serta melihat keyakinan mereka terhadap produk makanan halal. Metodologi yang digunakan dalam kajian ini adalah kaedah tinjauan melalui soal selidik yang diedarkan kepada pengguna produk makanan halal. Data yang dikumpul dianalisis secara statistik menggunakan software SPSS untuk mencapai objektif kajian. Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahawa tahap kefahaman dan kesedaran serta keyakinan masyarakat tentang makanan halal adalah tinggi. Masyarakat Melayu khususnya sangat bergantung pada logo halal untuk memastikan produk yang dibeli selamat, berkualiti dan mematuhi syarat-syarat halal. Namun, masih terdapat segelintir masyarakat yang masih ragu-ragu terhadap aspek tertentu dalam proses pengeluaran dan pensijilan Halal. Kajian ini mencadangkan agar kempen kesedaran yang lebih menyeluruh dan berterusan dijalankan oleh pihak berkuasa dan organisasi berkaitan untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan masyarakat. Sebagai penutup, kajian ini menekankan kepentingan pendidikan dan penyebaran maklumat yang tepat mengenai makanan halal untuk memastikan masyarakat membuat pilihan yang bijak dan selamat dalam pemilihan makanan mereka.

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Author Biographies

Zalika Adam, Fakulti Pengajian Bahasa Utama, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia

Pensyarah Kanan

Lubna Abd Rahman, Fakulti Pengajian Bahasa Utama, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia

Profesor Madya

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Published

2026-05-26

How to Cite

Adam, Z., & Abd Rahman, L. (2026). UNDERSTANDING AND AWARENESS OF THE COMMUNITY ABOUT HALAL FOOD SELECTION: KEFAHAMAN DAN KESEDARAN MASYARAKAT TENTANG PEMILIHAN MAKANAN HALAL. Al-Qanatir: International Journal of Islamic Studies, 35(05), 69–79. https://doi.org/10.64757/alqanatir.2026.3505/1053