Implementation of Halal Certification on Food Industry in Palu City: Challenges and Development Strategies

Halal certification is an important issue for the food industry in Indonesia, including in Kota Palu. The research is aimed at analysing the implementation of halal certification in the food sector in kota Palu, identifying the challenges faced, as well as formulating a strategy for the development of halal products. The research method used is a qualitative approach with data collection through interviews, observations, and documentation studies. The results of the research show that the implementation of halal certification in the food industry in Kota Palu still faces several challenges, including a lack of understanding of the entrepreneur, high certification costs, and limited resources and supporting infrastructure. Applicable halal product development strategies include increased understanding and awareness of entrepreneurs, facilitating financing of halal certification, development of SDM capacity, as well as optimization of the role of governments and related institutions. The research contributes to the development of the halal food industry in Kota Palu by presenting a comprehensive analysis of the implementation of halal certification, the challenges faced, and the strategies that can be applied.