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CPO prices seen at RM4,400-RM4,600 on tighter supply
Malaysia’s total palm oil stocks rise 7.48% to 2.82 million tonnes in August — MPOB
Palm retreats from 21-month high on stock outlook, weak exports
Palm slips over 1% on weaker soyoil, bearish MPOB data
Jomo: Pay attention to criticisms on palm oil industry
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 — The oil palm plantation industry should pay attention to criticisms levelled against it, including serious allegations about land grabbing, environmental destruction and labour abuse, said economist Professor Jomo Kwame Sundaram.
Malaysia's commodity exports should be safeguarded
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia needs to safeguard its commodity exports, amid intensive controversy in the palm oil industry.
Could the EU's ban on palm oil in biofuels do more harm than good?
In an era where trade wars and tariffs are commonplace, it is often the case that developing countries are held to double standards by Western nations. Commodities are among the pawns of political trade wars - and palm oil is no different. While palm oil is controversial from a sustainability perspective, the EU’s plans to ban its use in biofuels by 2030 is part of the problem.
MPOB says guidebook ensures biosecurity in oil palm industry
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) says it uses the publication “Biosecurity Plan for the Malaysian Oil Palm Industry†as a guide to ensure the highest level of biosecurity in the nation’s oil palm industry.
Indonesian inaction forces EU’s hand with regard to palm oil forest fires
When Indonesia burns, ASEAN chokes – and palm oil and paper production appear to be the chief culprits. After two years of relative freedom from smog, this year’s fires – 80% of which were intentionally started by palm oil and pulpwood plantation owners to clear the way for new crops, according to officials – have reignited concerns.
Netherlands expected to tackle discrimination against RI's palm oil
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian government is harboring expectations that the Netherlands can aid in solving the issue pertaining to discrimination against Indonesian palm oil products in Europe.
Imported products killing our businesses, Palm oil dealers lament
Some palm oil producers and dealers on Tuesday decried the unrestricted importation of foreign palm oil into the Nigerian market, saying it would cause further harm to the economy.
August exports hit by Hong Kong protests
MALAYSIA’S weak export growth in August was a result of slower demand amid ongoing protests in Hong Kong and escalating global trade tensions.
Buvuma oil palm project kicks off a decade later
The long awaited oil palm project in Buvuma Islands, has finally kicked off with the Ministry of Agriculture preparing the site where nursery beds will be put.
