Monopoly on Kosher Certification Challenged as Chief Rabbinate Resists Reform

First reported by Arutz Sheva · 9 hours ago

What happened

The Chief Rabbinate briefly recognized Tzohar as a kosher certification body, breaking its monopoly, but quickly rejected the move. The legal and political battle continues as the Knesset prepares to vote on repealing the kosher reform law, with the issue likely returning to the Supreme Court. Tzohar gained a formal certification document, marking progress despite resistance from the Rabbinate and Shas party.

• 01Chief Rabbinate briefly recognized Tzohar as a kosher certification body, breaking its monopoly.
• 02The Rabbinate Council rejected the certificate, citing a 30-day review period and lack of approval.
• 03Knesset plans to vote within two weeks to repeal the kosher reform law enabling Tzohar's recognition.
• 04Kosher reform law passed in 2021 aimed to open certification to private bodies and reduce Rabbinate control.
• 05Minister Michael Malchieli and the Rabbinate have actively blocked reform implementation since Netanyahu's government formed.
• 06Tzohar now holds a formal document meeting certification requirements, allowing it to issue kosher certificates.

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CalcalistUnrated · Hebrew2 hours ago

Monopoly on Kosher Certification Challenged as Chief Rabbinate Resists Reform

Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew5 hours ago

Tensions Rise Over Kashrut License Validity Between Tzohar and Ministry of Religious Services

YnetCenter · Hebrew5 hours ago

Tzohar Clarifies Licensing Authority Amid Kashrut Certification Dispute

Now 14Right · Hebrew7 hours ago

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu Condemns Chief Rabbinate's Unauthorized Kashrut Approval for Tzohar

CalcalistUnrated · Hebrew7 hours ago

Israeli Chief Rabbinate Grants Kashrut License to Tzohar Amid Legal and Political Disputes

SrugimRight · Hebrew7 hours ago

Chief Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu Condemns Controversial Kashrut Approval for Tzohar Organization

SrugimRight · Hebrew7 hours ago

Chief Rabbinate Reverses Decision and Cancels Kashrut License for Tzohar

Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew7 hours ago

Chief Rabbinate CEO Issues Invalid Kashrut License to Tzohar Organization Amid Controversy

YnetCenter · Hebrew7 hours ago

Chief Rabbinate Cancels Kashrut License for Tzohar Over Lack of Proper Approval

N12Center · Hebrew7 hours ago

Chief Rabbinate Rejects Kashrut License for Tzohar Despite Initial Approval

MakoCenter · Hebrew7 hours ago

Chief Rabbinate Rejects Kashrut License for Tzohar Despite Initial Approval

Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew8 hours ago

Chief Rabbinate Rejects Kashrut License Granted to Tzohar Without Council Approval

YnetCenter · Hebrew8 hours ago

Israeli Religious Services Ministry Declares Kashrut Certification by Tzohar Invalid

Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew8 hours ago

Zohar Organization Receives Controversial Kashrut License Amid Official Denial

Kan NewsCenter · Hebrew8 hours ago

Chief Rabbinate Grants Kashrut Certification to Tzohar Amid Government Dispute

Now 14Right · Hebrew8 hours ago

Chief Rabbinate CEO Approves Tzohar as Official Kosher Certification Body Against Rabbis' Opposition

SrugimRight · Hebrew8 hours ago

Israeli Ministry of Religious Services Demands Cancellation of Kashrut Certification for Tzohar

WallaCenter · Hebrew8 hours ago

Zohar Kashrut System Gains Historic Official Certification Under Chief Rabbinate Regulation

YnetCenter · Hebrew8 hours ago

Tzohar Receives Official Certification Authority from Chief Rabbinate After Legal Battle

Channel 13Center · Hebrew8 hours ago

Tzohar Kashrut System Receives Historic Approval as Official Certification Body in Israel

YnetCenter · Hebrew8 hours ago

Tzohar Receives Rabbinical Certification Approval Amid Dispute With Religious Authorities

SrugimRight · Hebrew9 hours ago

Chief Rabbinate Grants Official Kosher Certification to Tzohar Organization for First Time

Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew9 hours ago

Tzohar Kashrut Receives Official Certification from Chief Rabbinate of Israel

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