03/10/2026 (The Machine Maker) - Godrej Industries Group hosted a high-level Malaysian delegation led by YB Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad, Minister of Plantation and Commodities, Malaysia, to discuss opportunities for cooperation in oil palm research, innovation, trade and the household insecticides sector. The delegation included representatives from Malaysia’s Ministry of Plantation and Commodities, the Consul General of Malaysia in Chennai, the Malaysian Palm Oil Council, the Malaysian Palm Oil Board and Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil.

During the meeting with Godrej Agrovet, discussions focused on opportunities in the oil palm upstream sector. The two sides exchanged views on using research, technology and scientific tools to develop high-performing oil palm varieties suited to India’s different agro-climatic conditions.

The discussions also covered the development of planting materials suited to local conditions. Such cooperation could help improve productivity and resilience in oil palm cultivation while supporting India’s efforts to strengthen domestic edible oil production.

The Malaysian delegation also held discussions with Godrej Consumer Products Limited on the household insecticides sector. The discussions covered opportunities to support the growth of the industry, facilitate trade and encourage innovation while promoting sustainable development.

YB Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad, Minister of Plantation and Commodities, Malaysia, said, “Malaysia and India share long-standing ties across sectors that contribute to economic growth and food security. Today’s discussions allowed us to explore opportunities for closer cooperation in research, innovation, trade and sustainability.” “Engagements of this nature help us identify practical areas where Malaysian and Indian industry players can work together and create mutual value,” she added.

Rakesh Swami, Group President and Head of Corporate Affairs, Godrej Industries Group, said, “Partnerships and knowledge exchange are important in addressing agricultural and consumer needs in a rapidly evolving world.” “Our discussions with the Malaysian delegation highlighted opportunities to advance science-led innovation in oil palm and strengthen the ecosystem supporting the household insecticides sector. We value this engagement and look forward to further collaboration that delivers benefits to farmers, consumers and industries in both countries,” he added. The meeting identified potential areas for further technical and industry-level cooperation, particularly in oil palm research and innovation, trade and industry development.

Godrej Industries Group operates across FMCG, real estate, financial services, agriculture and chemicals. The Group serves more than 1.1 billion people globally and reported sales of USD 6.1 billion in FY25. Its businesses include residential real estate, animal feed, crude palm oil, oleochemicals, household insecticides, hair colour and air care.

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