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Malaysia bolsters sustainability promise in a post-COVID world
The global economy will look vastly different in the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic. The virus has uncovered the grave risk that the world faces from deforestation. Prior to the crisis, many...
2021 CSPO report says concerns are shifting to beef and soy markets
Long-time palm oil detractors may be gradually accepting of sustainably produced palm oil, while shifting their environmental focus on other concerns, such as Brazlian beef and soy production. ...
Palmitic Acid FAQs
What is palmitic acid? Palmitic acid is the most common saturated fatty acid in the human diet. Palmitic acid is not considered an essential fatty acid because the body can make its own from...
The science behind Canada’s “buttergate”
Scientists, scholars, dairy industry and others have responded publicly to Canada’s “buttergate”: anecdotal comments circulating on social media that the country’s butter had become firmer than...
UK’s city of Chester becomes first sustainable palm oil city
Knowledgeable conservationists have long advocated for sustainable palm oil as the only way to protect orangutans and other wildlife from extinction. Thanks to an ambitious campaign spearheaded by...
Carotenoid intake is inversely associated with risk of depressive symptoms
A cross-sectional study has shown that alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, lycopene, lutein with zeaxanthin, and total carotenoid intake may be inversely associated with the risk of...
Official says general public is unaware of sustainable palm oil’s benefits
Although palm oil is the most produced oil in the world, the general public is unaware of what sustainable palm oil is all about. That was the premise of Dr. Ruslan Abdullah’s presentation during a...
Experts say misinformation hampers acceptance/use of sustainable palm oil
Experts from around the world are calling for greater education about sustainable palm oil to counter pervasive misinformation. Two authorities speaking out on this issue are Italy’s FratiniVergano...
Zoo officials conclude: Using sustainable palm oil will help halt deforestation
Charged with identifying ways to prevent the extinction of species around the world, including Bornean Orangutans, the UK’s Chester Zoo officials have determined that promoting the use of...
Malaysian Palm Oil Council calls for greater support for sustainable products
Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) Deputy Chief Executive Officer Belvinder Sron has called for a greater global commitment to importing and supporting certified sustainable palm oil, for the good of...