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Global Salmon Market Bolstered by Increasing Demand from EU

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Salmon belongs to the Salmonidae family and is used in a wide variety of food items, such as salads, burgers, pasta, etc. It is considered as a super food since it provides more proteins as compared to chicken, pork or beef, and is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon also offers significant amounts of zinc, iron, phosphorus, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and vitamin A, D and B12. Over the last few decades, continuous research and development have led to the introduction of advanced system designs, and enhanced breeding and feeding technologies which have helped in the expansion of the salmon industry. According to IMARC Group, the global salmon market size was estimated to be 3.6 Million Tons in 2017. Numerous health benefits are catalysing the market growth On account of the growing number of health-conscious consumers, there has been a rise in the preference for salmon as it helps in boosting brain function, lowering cholesterol and b

Global Halal Food Market Spurred by Adoption of Halal Certification System

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Halal food refers to food items and beverages which adhere to the strict Islamic dietary law. Some of the halal food products include vegetables, milk, nuts, pasta, rice, bread, tea, coffee, carbonated drinks and sweeteners which are prepared without using ingredients such as animal shortening, alcohol, vanilla extract, lard, animal rennet, gelatin, etc. The concept behind halal food is to maintain clean, fresh and healthy production of food. Due to a shift in consumer perceptions, halal food has also gained popularity among the non-Muslim population. According to IMARC Group, the global halal food market size was estimated to be US$ 1.4 Trillion in 2017. Various fast food chains are now offering halal products to the consumers in their offerings such as burgers, sandwiches, salads, etc. This has increased the scope for mergers and acquisition activities outside the traditional halal distribution channel so as to access both the Muslim and non-Muslim population. Further, South K