The farming industry and the halal sector are being urged to forge better relationships as the Muslim population, and demand for quality lamb, increases.
This was the key message from an AHDB halal event held in West Yorkshire, which helped farmers and the Muslim community establish a common understanding of each other’s requirements.
More than 40 delegates attended, including livestock farmers, representatives from the Muslim community and agricultural bodies.
John Royle, Chief Livestock Advisor from the NFU started off the day by giving an overview of UK livestock farming with a focus on the lambing season.
There is already significant demand for domestic lamb in both domestic and overseas halal markets as around 40 percent of Muslims currently eat lamb.
Awal Fuseini, AHDB Halal Sector Manager, spoke about the importance of animal welfare in the Muslim community, and the necessity to be open and transparent about halal slaughter. [FARMINGUK] Read more
