Halal Certification and Food Security Challenges during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

This summarizes presentations at International Halal Conferences, which examines the challenges faced by halal certification bodies and food producers during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on the meat export industry in New Zealand. The authors analyze the disruption of traditional certification and auditing practices due to lockdown restrictions and propose innovative solutions to maintain halal integrity. The study highlights the importance of technological integration, remote auditing systems, and standardized certification processes in ensuring the continuity of halal food supply chains during global crises. By exploring potential adaptations to certification methods, including remote surveillance and metabolomic verification techniques, the paper contributes to the ongoing discourse on resilience and transparency in halal food certification systems. The authors emphasize the need for collaborative efforts among stakeholders to develop robust, technology-driven solutions that can withstand future disruptions while maintaining consumer confidence in halal products.