The OU (Orthodox Union) is the world's largest, most respected kosher food certification agency.
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Do you need to eat in the sukkah if it’s raining? ⛈️
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Rabbi Moshe Elefant, CEO of OU Kosher, addresses the impact of the AgriStar Meat & Poultry Plant fire on the kosher community.
“As we monitor the situation in Postville, the safety of the employees and fire fighters is our first concern.
The damaged facility means a significant portion of kosher beef and chicken slaughtered and sold in the US will not enter the kosher supply chain. Kosher consumers will feel the impact of the tightening supply with reduction of availability.
We are working closely with AgriStar and all other suppliers to find solutions for ramping up production at other plants. We are also letting kosher consumers know about the importance of validating the kosher symbol and package integrity on products they purchase and we have provided guidance to our mashgichim in the field on how they should take extra caution at this time. Unfortunately, when supply is limited, it creates opportunity for unscrupulous individuals who seek to make money by preying on the well-meaning Kosher observant public.”
The newest episode of the Keeping it Kosher podcast, Shredding Light on Cheese, is out now!
Our host Rabbi Ezra Sarna is joined by Rabbi Avrohom Gordimer, OU Kosher’s resident dairy expert, for a fascinating deep dive into the world of kosher cheese - from halacha to food science to the realities of factory supervision.
Listen at keepingitkosher.org, or wherever you get your podcasts.🎧
As excitement grows over Reese’s Pieces becoming Pareve, OU Kosher COO Rabbi Moshe Elefant speaks with The Forward about what this update means for kosher consumers and why it’s generating so much buzz. 🔗⬇️
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On the latest episode of the Keeping It Kosher Podcast, OU Kosher COO Rabbi Moshe Elefant shares a crucial reminder: Just because a product is in the Pesach section of the grocery store, doesn’t mean it’s kosher for Pesach! 🛒⬇️
Always check the label - year-round, and especially during Pesach.
🔗Watch the full episode at keepingitkosher.org, or wherever you get your podcasts.
OU Kosher Policy on Product Certification and Verification ⬇️
The following statement outlines OU Kosher's policy regarding product certification and provides guidance to consumers on verifying kosher status.
OU Kosher does not issue determinations regarding the kashrus status of products that are not OU Kosher certified.
We strongly encourage consumers not to forward or rely on messages about products that are unverified or that do not originate from an official OU Kosher source.
The most reliable and up-to-date information about OU Kosher certified products is available at oukosher.org/product-search/ or on the OU Kosher app, available for download in the App Store. Consumers may also contact OU Kosher directly at 212-613-8241 or [email protected] with questions or concerns about specific products.
As always, consumers should carefully check for a reliable kosher symbol on any product before use.
As demand for gluten-free and health-conscious foods continues to rise, Passover products are gaining popularity well beyond the holiday. In this Food Industry Executive feature, OU Kosher COO Rabbi Moshe Elefant shares why these products resonate year-round - and what their growing appeal means for the future of the industry. 👇
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🎙️OU Kosher is excited to officially launch the Keeping It Kosher Podcast!
Join us every month as we take a deep dive into the world of kashrus- from behind the scenes of kosher certification, to practical questions you may have, to fascinating stories from the kosher industry.
Our first episode, Gebrokts Unpacked, features OU Kosher COO Rabbi Moshe Elefant, discussing common Pesach questions, gebrokts, and more.
🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts - out now!
Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/0oLyWl…
YouTube: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL…
Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
Website: keepingitkosher.org/
As Passover approaches, OU Kosher’s consumer hotline prepares for one of its busiest seasons—answering thousands of kashrut questions from Jews around the world. OU Kosher COO Rabbi Moshe Elefant discusses the range of inquiries and how the team prepares for the surge.🔗⬇️
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A new cow-free, lab-engineered milk has the kosher world buzzing — and raising big questions for consumers. Rabbi Moshe Elefant, COO of OU Kosher, explains how kosher certification approaches this innovation and why it matters. 👇
timesofisrael.com/new-no-ani…
As Americans start paying more attention to their dietary intake, a growing number of consumers expect to see medications free of animal-derived products - and kosher certification can help pharmaceutical companies meet that demand. Rabbi Moshe Elefant, OU Kosher COO, explains how the industry can adapt and why it matters.👇
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Beer isn’t always just water, barley, and hops anymore. 🍺
As breweries experiment with flavorings, processing aids, and allergens, what’s actually in your beer matters more than ever.
Rabbi Moshe Elefant, COO of OU Kosher, explains how kosher certification is helping breweries bring clarity — for kosher consumers, vegans, and the allergen-aware alike.
Read more in @FoodDive ⬇️
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Beer used to be simple. 🍺Today, craft brewers may add flavorings or dairy ingredients.
This means we can no longer assume beers are kosher by default.
Rabbi Moshe Elefant, COO & Rabbinic Administrator, explained to @RNS’s David Klein how OU Kosher is working with breweries to ensure clarity for consumers.
Read more in Religion News Service: 👇
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✨ New OU Kosher WhatsApp Status!✨
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• The latest Kashrus news & updates 📣
• Halacha content 🕍
• Kosher alerts ⚠️
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Or WhatsApp “kosher” to👉 +1 (917) 594-2112
Why are OU Kosher and other major kosher certification agencies updating our beer policy? Rabbi Moshe Elefant, OU Kosher COO, explains in @jdforward how today’s brewing innovations call for a closer halachic review. 🍻⬇️
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How are health trends and Kosher labeling converging to reshape the food industry? Read our OU Kosher COO Rabbi Moshe Elefant’s latest OpEd to find out:
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OU-D certified MrBeast Feastables are hitting shelves across the US! 👀⬇️
We couldn’t resist bringing them back to OU HQ for a taste test… verdict? 👉 “Worth the hype.”
Not every store has them yet, so always check for the OU-D on the package ✅
Have you tried the kosher Feastables yet? Drop your review in the comments ⬇️
🚨Breaking News!🚨👇
Skittles Kashrut Alert
At this point, some Skittles are certified kosher pareve even when not bearing the OU symbol - others are not.
To determine if you have a certified product, please look at the ink-jetted codes printed on the package.
1. If the production code contains "YRV" in it, or it
2. Contains "WAC" and has a best-buy date of June 2026 or later
then those products are certified kosher by the Orthodox Union.
Eventually, the OU symbol will appear on the packaging.