Wednesday, 13 April 2016

Discovering Halal MRE Products And Packaging

By Deborah Walker


When an individual thinks of the military or a natural disaster, one often thinks of rations. Rations are prepackaged foods which are ready-to-eat. Whether due to its presence in both Islamic and non-Islamic countries, or its longstanding reputation as a great company, several governmental and other organizations now use this provider. Whatever the case, by providing a Halal MRE to someone in need, the company is most likely saving lives.

Having started serving clients over 18 years ago with a focus on emergency, camping and military products, the parent company J&M is now well established. After a brief interruption, the company now has food available to ship to military bases, posts and government agencies. These products are the same quality MREs which have been supplied to humanitarian relief organizations, ICE, DHS, FEMA, United States and other embassies around the world.

When providing food, drink, housing and other necessities during an emergency, fast deliveries are often essential. Otherwise, individuals in these areas could run into air and food borne illnesses and in some cases, death. For, when individuals are forced to wait on food and water for days, outcomes are not always the best.

Rations are in no way gourmet meals though each package host 1200 calories of nutrition based product. There are also condiments which accompany each food pouch. For those watching caloric intake, it should be noted that the calories within the condiments are not included in this count.

While these MREs have a long shelf life, generally these foods are intended for use within one year. As the company was first established to assist the Department of Defense with emergency rations for those in need. Whether a soldier, humanitarian relief worker, first responder or victim, there is no doubt these prepackaged meals have saved lives.

When it comes to old school rations like those served in Viet Nam and earlier conflicts, people often had no idea of ingredients. As the rations are often commercially based brand name products with ingredient and caloric information, individuals have more knowledge related to calories and content. While there are end-of-life shelf dates on many rations, organizations still advise individuals against eating any food, especially rations beyond this date.

By hosting ready-to-ship products for immediate use rather than keeping a large inventory in storage, the company also helps cut down cost. A reduction in cost that serves multiple entities from the military and other organizations to taxpayers. One of the best aspects of this process is that those in need are also getting better, fresher meals.

J&M sells its products to disaster-relief efforts in many areas. While some of these are in Islamic countries, Halal certification is required in these areas. No Halal certification is required in countries outside Islamic rule. Although, as the products are commercial brand name products, there is no doubt there has been some inspection by the FDA or other entities either before, during or after delivery.




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