Palm Oil: Balancing sustainability, livelihoods, and global demand

Palm Oil: Balancing sustainability, livelihoods, and global demand

This special report traces how producing countries are navigating climate commitments, international pressure, and the daily realities of millions who depend on the crop.

Palm oil futures lifted by Asian strength and crude oil rally

Malaysian palm oil futures gained ground on Wednesday, driven by stronger performances in related Asian markets and a parallel rise in crude oil prices. The benchmark contract for August delivery rose by RM12 or 0.31%, reaching RM3,880 per metric tonne in early trading. This movement signals a renewed appetite among market participants, with wider implications for biofuel-linked commodities and global supply chains. Support came from notable gai…

3F Oil Palm, Andhra govt launch awareness prog to promote sustainable oil palm cultivation

Mumbai, May 29 (PTI) 3F Oil Palm on Thursday said it has initiated a farmer awareness programme in 50 villages in Andhra Pradesh to promote sustainable oil palm cultivation. The initiative, launched in collaboration with the state's Department of Horticulture, is being conducted in Eluru, West Godavari, and East Godavari districts, 3F Oil Palm said in a statement. India currently imports over 60 per cent of its edible oil requirements, with annu…