The M.O.M.® Journal

The M.O.M.® Journal: stories, industry perspective, and practical guidance from nearly 35 years of making halal certified, shelf stable meals.

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New to halal certification? Start with a Halal diet and halal food certification standards.

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What Is Halal Chicken? Halal Chicken & Its Certification Explained

Halal chicken meets Islamic requirements for slaughter, handling and processing. Learn what makes chicken halal and how certification works in prepared meals.

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How Are Halal Certified Meals Made? Inside Halal Food Production

Halal certified meals require more than halal ingredients. Learn how ingredient approval, equipment cleaning, cross-contact controls and supervision work together.

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Can Meals Be Both Halal and Kosher Certified?

Vegetarian and plant-based packaged foods can be both Halal certified and Kosher certified when they meet the requirements of both certification authorities.…

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How My Own Meals Helped Pioneer Halal Shelf Stable Meals

How My Own Meals Helped Pioneer Halal Shelf Stable Meals

For nearly 35 years, My Own Meals has believed that no one should have to compromise their dietary or religious beliefs when access to food matters most.…

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