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Saturday 16 April 2016

Discovering Halal MRE Products And Packaging

By Deborah Walker


First formed over eighteen years ago, J&M was developed to provide military and other governmental agencies with rations. After a brief break, the Halal MRE and other rations are still provided to governmental organizations, including many military bases around the world. It is important to note that as J&M provides these products to Islamic and non-Islamic countries, those shipped to Islamic locations need be Halal certified.

Over the years, the company has seen clients come and go. In some cases, organizations have been disbanded while some clients have changed providers. Whether for victims of a natural disaster, military effort or humanitarian relief, there is no doubt these prepackaged meals have helped many in need. As a result, these companies now provide MREs to humanitarian relief organizations, ICE, FEMA, DOJ, the military and embassies worldwide.

When it comes to providing food, service is often key. When it comes to emergencies, it is important for these products to be delivered as quickly as possible. If not, FEMA and other organizations can often run into issues like those found during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. In this, and other cases, had food or water been delivered more quickly, there may have been fewer casualties, injuries or looting.

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.

If a product date has passed on a recent shipment, it is often possible to have the company replace the shipment. Companies like J&M and others hosting ready-to-shop inventory often have less of an issue with use by dates than those which house large inventories. By hosting these MREs for immediate delivery, the company is helping cut down on taxpayer cost while also providing more high quality food to those in need.

While there may be no certification required for non-Islamic deliveries, it should be noted that the food and drink delivered were most likely inspected by the FDA or other similar organizations. Still, individuals need take note that the packaging is essential to the life of the product. As such, any torn packaging should be returned for the company of origin for replacement.




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