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27/04/2025 (Business Recorder), Kuala Lumpur - Malaysian palm oil futures rose on Friday, snapping a three-week losing streak, as stronger rival edible oils boosted sentiment.

28/04/2025 (The Star), Kuching - Sarawak Plantation Bhd has aggressively pursued oil palm replanting, covering some 4,200ha last year to bolster future crop production growth.

27/04/2025 (Punch) - The member representing Atakunmosa East/Atakunmosa West/Ilesa East/Ilesa West Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Mr. Sanya Omirin, has called on Taiwanese government to provide technical knowhow that would enhance the capacity of palm oil producers in his constituency.

The Vides.com) - Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has urged the commodities sector to reclaim the country's edge in the global markets following threats faced by the impending United States (US) import tariffs.

The Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries (CPOPC), an intergovernmental organization of palm oil-producing countries, convened a high-profile meeting today in Beijing as part of its delegation’s visit to China. The meeting brought together government officials, industry leaders, and other key stakeholders to explore collaborative pathways for a sustainable palm oil value chain

Palm oil is so ubiquitous that it can be found in everything, including your kitchen pantry and your cosmetics shelf. However, it is still one of the most misunderstood ingredients in the modern supply chain. The stories about palm oil being unhealthy or detrimental to the environment are often shaped by propaganda and half-truths.

Uganda’s journey in palm oil is just beginning and the republic is keen on tapping Malaysian expertise in cultivation and development of the commodity, Minister of Energy and Mineral Development Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu said.

As crude oil prices continue to fall amid global trade tensions, Nigeria’s 2025 budget has taken a hit, prompting experts to urge the federal government to tap opportunities in palm oil production to bridge the shortfall

Malaysian palm oil futures traded sideways on Thursday, after two previous sessions of gain, as higher rival vegetable oils lent support while a strong currency limited gains.

Malaysian palm oil futures closed higher on Wednesday, supported by bargain hunting and firmer sentiment across the edible oils market.

Palm oil demand from top global buyers China and India is expected to increase as the vegetable oil is now reasonably priced compared to its rivals, the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) said on Tuesday

India has started raising palm oil purchases after a lull of five months as a correction in prices has made the tropical oil cheaper than rival soyoil, encouraging refiners to place orders to replenish inventories, four dealers told Reuters.