On July 11, 2024, the Ministry of Science and Technology’s Research, Development, and Innovation Division, together with Cotabato State University (CSU), held a pre-implementation and inception meeting to discuss the upcoming project, “Supply Chain Assessment of Selected Halal Products in the Bangsamoro.” Led by Baina S. Saway, MSFS, from the BS Agribusiness program at CSU’s College of Agriculture and Fisheries and her project research team, the project focuses on evaluating the value chain of Chevon, Beef, and Chicken in Maguindanao Del Sur and Cotabato City.

Present at the activity were RDS Director II Nasrudin A. Buisan, EnP, DiSDS, RDID Chief Science Research Specialist Engr. Jandatu Salik, Planning Officer V Engr. Abdulwahid Sendad, Senior SRS Engr. Benbellah Ali Dandamun, and other MOST personnel.

The primary goal of this study is to develop a commodity-specific investment roadmap to boost the Halal industry in the Bangsamoro region. The objectives include identifying the supply chain of consumable halal food and animal products, conducting chemical content analyses, and compiling a list of accredited halal enterprises. Additionally, the project will collect secondary data related to halal products and certification to create a comprehensive guide for agricultural investment programming. The study also aims to identify constraints within the supply chain of selected halal food products in the region.

The project is poised to significantly enhance the Halal industry and contribute to the economic growth of the Bangsamoro region.

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