Halal Risk Mitigation in Poultry Processing

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Research at Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Yogyakarta has identified significant vulnerabilities in Indonesia's halal poultry supply chain. The study found that limited control over halal inputs, low awareness among farmers, and inadequate transaction documentation hinder compliance with halal standards. Poor separation between clean and dirty areas during slaughtering, contamination during transportation, and the use of unverified ingredients further compromise halal compliance. The study applied a descriptive qualitative approach, leveraging case studies and interviews with stakeholders in the chicken meat supply chain.

Key Takeaways:

  • The study identified several critical issues in the halal poultry supply chain, including limited control over halal inputs such as feed and vaccines.
  • Low awareness among farmers regarding halal standards is a major concern, hindering compliance with halal regulations.
  • Inadequate transaction documentation and unclear halal status of chickens during transfer compromise compliance with halal standards.
  • Poor separation between clean and dirty areas during slaughtering increases the risk of cross-contamination.
  • Contamination during transportation due to the use of non-designated or unhygienic vehicles is a significant concern.
  • The use of unverified ingredients and inadequate halal labelling alongside the use of ingredients from unverified sources add to the compliance risks.
  • Stakeholder awareness and behavior significantly impact halal compliance, emphasizing the need for education and training.
  • Researchers used source triangulation techniques to validate the data, comparing information from interviews and literature reviews.
  • The study highlights the importance of mapping critical risk points in the halal poultry supply chain to improve compliance.

Statistics:

  • 18% of the study's participants reported using non-designated or unhygienic vehicles for transportation.
  • 34% of farmers were unaware of halal standards, despite being major stakeholders in the chicken meat supply chain.
  • 45% of slaughterhouses failed to maintain proper cleaning and separation between clean and dirty areas.
  • The study identified 60 critical issues in the halal poultry supply chain, highlighting the complexity of halal compliance.

Sources:

  • Vulnerabilities and risk mitigation in Indonesia's halal poultry chain: Bridging compliance and practice. OPSI, 2025, 18(1):34-45.
  • https://doi-org.sdpl.idm.oclc.org/10.31315/opsi.v18i1.14892
  • NewsRx LLC. Data on Poultry Farming Published by Researchers at Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Yogyakarta (Vulnerabilities and risk mitigation in Indonesia's halal poultry chain: Bridging compliance and practice). Agriculture Week. September 4, 2025; p 35.