HALAL ANIMAL FEED IN MALAYSIA: A PATHWAY TOWARDS A RISK MANAGEMENT PLAN
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https://doi.org/10.64757/alqanatir.2026.3501/1424Keywords:
Halal, Animal, Feed, Certification, ManagementAbstract
Animal feed is regarded as one of the Halal control points in animal-based food production. Improper feeding practices, repeatedly reported in the media, have led to the issuance of national and states fatwas in 2007, declaring animals fed with non-Halal feed or impurities as impermissible for consumption. Hence, ensuring that animals are provided with Halal feed is a judicious step to uphold the Halal integrity of livestock products. However, various risks concerning safety, quality, and Halal compliance remain significant challenges in the production of Halal animal feed. The objective of this paper is to explore the major challenges in developing Halal animal feed standards in Malaysia and to propose a conceptual pathway for a Halal Risk Management Plan (HRMP) that can ensure Halal integrity throughout the animal feed supply chain. This study adopts a qualitative research methodology using document analysis of fatwas, Halal standards, feed regulations, and relevant academic literature. The analysis identifies key issues related to Shariah interpretation, regulatory frameworks, industry readiness, and global trade, and synthesizes them thematically to propose a conceptual framework for Halal assurance in animal feed production. Addressing these issues could position Malaysia to pioneer Halal feed certification in the future and further strengthen the integrity of its livestock-based food supply chain.
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