The use of genes from haram animals into halal animals or plants is going to
be a very sticky issue. It will be difficult to convince Muslim consumers about the
benefits of these GMOs. It is better for the industry to avoid such products. Other
biotechnology-related issues such as cloning animals for food use and designing
new species of animals are going to be equally challenging. There is no information
available yet about how Muslim opinions on this issue will develop. It will be
prudent for GM products with foreign genetic material present to be considered
for review and evaluation by religious scholars.