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RISK PREVENTION AND PRODUCTION OF SAFE (HALAL) FOOD THROUGH SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AS PART OF BUSINESS STRATEGY
Amela Semić
; Faculty of Agriculture and Food Sciences, University of Sarajevo, Zmaja od Bosne 8, 71000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Ema Obralić
; Faculty of Technology of University of Tuzla, Univerzitetska br. 8, 75000 Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Arman Hodžić
; Fifth year student of University of Sarajevo – Veterinary Faculty, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Sažetak
The food industry encompasses the activities of procurement, production, distribution, and sale of food,
exerting a significant impact on the world's population. As a vital sector meeting fundamental human
needs, it also carries substantial implications for the environment and society.
AS Holding Group, the largest food chain in Bosnia and Herzegovina, has embraced a business strategy
that acknowledges the necessity of adapting its operations to the challenges posed by climate change and
aligning with the global objectives of sustainable development by 2030. It spearheads the concept of
sustainability through conscientious, steady, and balanced development, aiming to meet the present
generation's needs while leaving a positive legacy for future generations.
The primary drivers of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) performance in the food industry
are manifested in consumer preferences, investor expectations, regulatory frameworks, implemented
standards, innovations, and engagement with all stakeholders.
The objective of this research is to explore how standardizing social, environmental, food safety, and
sustainability standards, along with their integration and transition, can influence the realization of
company objectives while upholding ESG principles.
This paper will elucidate the implementation and integration of the new iteration of Halal BAS 1049:2023
with sustainability standards such as RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) and RA (Rainforest
Alliance) within the confectionery industry's supply chain, highlighting the benefits for all involved
stakeholders. Enterprises transitioning towards renewable energy sources, curbing CO2 emissions,
instituting recycling and waste management practices, reducing organic waste, embracing advanced
technologies for minimal processing, and adhering to the trends and requirements of global food safety
initiatives (GFSI) enhance and fortify their ESG performance.
To showcase the application of ESG principles within AS Holding's subsidiaries, a questionnaire was
administered, yielding results that underscore the correlation between adherence to ESG principles,
commitment to tools, and adherence to standard requirements with business viability, competitiveness,
market independence, transparency, and a sustainable future.
Ključne riječi
food industry; integrated standards; halal BAS 1049:2023; ESG; product safety; sustainability
Hrčak ID:
330984
URI
Datum izdavanja:
31.5.2024.
Posjeta: 29 *