Indonesia faces a seemingly constant barrage of criticism, mainly from Europe, about environmental and social damage linked to its palm oil industry:
Four major vegetable oils constitute more than 85% of the world consumption (figure 4). Sunflowers, rapeseed and soybeans were originally grown in tem
In considering what we can do to solve this problem, we urgently need to fund mechanisms to stop tropical forest loss whilst also investing in refores
Palm Oil not only acts to promote economic and social development in developing countries, but it also helps to promote sustainable development. The r
These major oils also have different characteristics for industrial uses. Palm oil is the only one that is naturally hydrogenated and structurally sta
Four major vegetable oils constitute more than 85% of the world consumption (figure 4). Sunflowers, rapeseed and soybeans were originally grown in tem
The disastrous environmental effects of unsustainable palm oil production has ‘demonised’ the commodity for consumers. Is soy, which is similarly
Women have also been reported to be disproportionately affected by workers’ rights violations, as they typically make up the invisible workforce tha
An excellent resource reference on oil palm in Indonesia is now available, still in Indonesian only. Worthwhile the download even if you don't speak I
Multiple importers noted that their experiences with personal care and household product manufacturers were different to those in the food industry, w