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Choosing Sustainable Palm Oil in Europe will help: protect rainforests, safeguard its vulnerable biodiversity, create fair socio-economic conditions.
“Sustainability should strengthen profitability rather than eroding it.”
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Low Prices for Sustainable Palm Oil Could Harm Efforts to Clean Up the Industry
The supply chain for the ubiquitous cooking oil is one of the most damaging in the world
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November 22, 2025 at 10:38 AM
“Sustainability should strengthen profitability rather than eroding it.”
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The EU Council has agreed to a one-year delay to EUDR, which would see the deadline for medium- and large-sized companies move to 30 December 2026.
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EU Council backs EUDR simplification and delay - so what now?
The EU Council has agreed to a one-year delay to EUDR, which would see the deadline for medium- and large-sized companies move to 30 December 2026.
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November 21, 2025 at 12:49 PM
The EU Council has agreed to a one-year delay to EUDR, which would see the deadline for medium- and large-sized companies move to 30 December 2026.
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“For Indonesia, the delay carries major implications for the potential clearing of 3.6 million hectares of natural forest inside oil palm concessions, and roughly 17 million hectares of natural forest inside industrial timber concessions."
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EU touts climate leadership while undermining antideforestation rules, critics say
BELÉM, Brazil — At a Nov. 19 press conference at the U.N. climate summit currently underway in Brazil, European Union officials spoke for half an hour without a single mention of forests or efforts to...
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November 21, 2025 at 12:30 PM
“For Indonesia, the delay carries major implications for the potential clearing of 3.6 million hectares of natural forest inside oil palm concessions, and roughly 17 million hectares of natural forest inside industrial timber concessions."
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The Palm Oil Conversation is Evolving!
The old, misguided narrative ("palm oil is bad") is finally giving way to some much needed nuance – but what’s changing, and why now?
Barnaby Patchett from The Sustainable Commodities Podcast, explains:
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The old, misguided narrative ("palm oil is bad") is finally giving way to some much needed nuance – but what’s changing, and why now?
Barnaby Patchett from The Sustainable Commodities Podcast, explains:
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Why the Palm Oil Conversation is Evolving - Sustainable Palm Oil Choice
For years, the public conversation around palm oil was stuck in a simple loop: palm oil is bad. The narrative is simple, emotionally driven and incredibly enduring! Powerful images of the devastating ...
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November 19, 2025 at 3:29 PM
The Palm Oil Conversation is Evolving!
The old, misguided narrative ("palm oil is bad") is finally giving way to some much needed nuance – but what’s changing, and why now?
Barnaby Patchett from The Sustainable Commodities Podcast, explains:
www.sustainablepalmoilchoice.eu/why-the-palm...
The old, misguided narrative ("palm oil is bad") is finally giving way to some much needed nuance – but what’s changing, and why now?
Barnaby Patchett from The Sustainable Commodities Podcast, explains:
www.sustainablepalmoilchoice.eu/why-the-palm...
Wise advice from WWF:
Consumers can seek out deforestation- and conversion-free foods and other products. It’s not always easy to know which products fit the bill, but there are some certifications that help, like Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil for palm oil.
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Consumers can seek out deforestation- and conversion-free foods and other products. It’s not always easy to know which products fit the bill, but there are some certifications that help, like Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil for palm oil.
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The essential guide to deforestation- and conversion-free food
The biggest driver of deforestation is food production. Discover the shift toward deforestation- and conversion-free sourcing.
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November 18, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Wise advice from WWF:
Consumers can seek out deforestation- and conversion-free foods and other products. It’s not always easy to know which products fit the bill, but there are some certifications that help, like Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil for palm oil.
wwf.panda.org/wwf_news/?15...
Consumers can seek out deforestation- and conversion-free foods and other products. It’s not always easy to know which products fit the bill, but there are some certifications that help, like Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil for palm oil.
wwf.panda.org/wwf_news/?15...
Will the EUDR be delayed after all?
Despite opposition from key industry players such as Ferrero and Nestlé, a one-year postponement may still take place
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Despite opposition from key industry players such as Ferrero and Nestlé, a one-year postponement may still take place
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Will the EUDR be delayed after all?
Despite significant opposition from key industry stakeholders including Ferrero, Nestlé, and Barry Callebaut, a year-long delay looks increasingly possible after all.
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November 18, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Will the EUDR be delayed after all?
Despite opposition from key industry players such as Ferrero and Nestlé, a one-year postponement may still take place
www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2025...
Despite opposition from key industry players such as Ferrero and Nestlé, a one-year postponement may still take place
www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2025...
Will the EUDR be delayed after all?
Despite opposition from key industry players such as Ferrero and Nestlé, a one-year postponement may still take place
www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2025...
Despite opposition from key industry players such as Ferrero and Nestlé, a one-year postponement may still take place
www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2025...
Will the EUDR be delayed after all?
Despite significant opposition from key industry stakeholders including Ferrero, Nestlé, and Barry Callebaut, a year-long delay looks increasingly possible after all.
www.foodnavigator.com
November 18, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Will the EUDR be delayed after all?
Despite opposition from key industry players such as Ferrero and Nestlé, a one-year postponement may still take place
www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2025...
Despite opposition from key industry players such as Ferrero and Nestlé, a one-year postponement may still take place
www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2025...
#RT2025 Talking Point:
"Climate change cannot be solved without placing conservation and nature protection at the center of climate strategies."
"Climate change cannot be solved without placing conservation and nature protection at the center of climate strategies."
November 4, 2025 at 3:29 AM
#RT2025 Talking Point:
"Climate change cannot be solved without placing conservation and nature protection at the center of climate strategies."
"Climate change cannot be solved without placing conservation and nature protection at the center of climate strategies."
The Serikat Petani Kelapa Sawit (SPKS) has submitted an official request to President Prabowo Subianto, calling for legal protection for smallholder palm oil farmers whose plantations are located within designated forest areas.
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SPKS Calls on President Prabowo to Ensure Legal Protection for Smallholders in Forest Zones - Palm Oil Magazine
PALMOILMAGAZINE, BOGOR — The Serikat Petani Kelapa Sawit (SPKS) has submitted an official request to President Prabowo Subianto, calling for legal
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October 28, 2025 at 12:22 PM
The Serikat Petani Kelapa Sawit (SPKS) has submitted an official request to President Prabowo Subianto, calling for legal protection for smallholder palm oil farmers whose plantations are located within designated forest areas.
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Vegetable oil sustainability: How palm, soybean, canola and olive oil impact biodiversity and human rights www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/he...
Are some vegetable oils good and others bad? It’s complicated
Palm oil has long had a reputation as an environmentally destructive crop, but is that warranted? And are the alternatives any better?
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October 28, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Vegetable oil sustainability: How palm, soybean, canola and olive oil impact biodiversity and human rights www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/he...
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"Seratu Aatai’s mission now is to encourage oil palm landscapes to become more wildlife-friendly."
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Two conservationists bag Biji Alam Awards
PETALING JAYA: Two Malaysian conservationists were honoured with the Outstanding Malaysian Nature Conservationist Award 2025 at the Biji Alam Awards.
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October 26, 2025 at 9:45 AM
"Seratu Aatai’s mission now is to encourage oil palm landscapes to become more wildlife-friendly."
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How Indonesia and Brazil have cut down on deforestation.
"Our study highlights how sustained pressure from civil society and international commitments can lead to improved political will for forest protection."
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"Our study highlights how sustained pressure from civil society and international commitments can lead to improved political will for forest protection."
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Forests depend on leadership, law and advocacy - Academia - The Jakarta Post
How Indonesia and Brazil have cut down on deforestation.
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October 23, 2025 at 12:53 PM
How Indonesia and Brazil have cut down on deforestation.
"Our study highlights how sustained pressure from civil society and international commitments can lead to improved political will for forest protection."
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"Our study highlights how sustained pressure from civil society and international commitments can lead to improved political will for forest protection."
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The European Union has dropped plans for another one-year delay to its anti-deforestation law, instead proposing a six-month grace period before enforcement begins.
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EU proposes soft delay of anti-deforestation law & more exemptions for rich nations
The European Union has dropped plans for another one-year delay to its anti-deforestation law, instead proposing a six-month grace period before enforcement begins. The proposal also introduces simpli...
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October 23, 2025 at 12:20 PM
The European Union has dropped plans for another one-year delay to its anti-deforestation law, instead proposing a six-month grace period before enforcement begins.
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The EU has opted not to delay its flagship regulation banning deforestation-linked imports any further, but it will delay the implementation of fines under the directive.
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EUDR: One-year delay called off, but regulation weakened - edie
The EU has opted not to delay its flagship regulation banning deforestation-linked imports any further, but it will delay the implementation of fines under the directive.
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October 22, 2025 at 3:18 PM
The EU has opted not to delay its flagship regulation banning deforestation-linked imports any further, but it will delay the implementation of fines under the directive.
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EC u-turns on EUDR delay with 'simplified' regulation | The Grocer www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/ec-u-tu...
EC u-turns on controversial EUDR delay with ‘simplified’ regulation set to roll out
The delay had provoked outcry from climate campaign groups, plus brands such as Nestlé, Mars Wrigley and Ferrero
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October 22, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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Conservationists argue against 'selective' targeting of palm oil
"Public debates about such crops are based more on myth than fact, the researchers say, calling for a rethink of what are deemed "good" and "bad" oils."
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"Public debates about such crops are based more on myth than fact, the researchers say, calling for a rethink of what are deemed "good" and "bad" oils."
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October 22, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Conservationists argue against 'selective' targeting of palm oil
"Public debates about such crops are based more on myth than fact, the researchers say, calling for a rethink of what are deemed "good" and "bad" oils."
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Choose #SUSTAINABLE #PalmOil!
"Public debates about such crops are based more on myth than fact, the researchers say, calling for a rethink of what are deemed "good" and "bad" oils."
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Choose #SUSTAINABLE #PalmOil!
Our latest blog explores the nuances of vegetable oils - their cultural and culinary significance; potential to address food insecurity; how and where they are produced, why it matters, who benefits, and who loses out.
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Bringing Balance to the Fat Debate - Sustainable Palm Oil Choice
Fats are complex, both in chemistry and in public discourse. For decades, “fat” has carried negative connotations, fuelling widespread fear about its role in our diets. While excessive fat consumption is associated with obesity and other health concerns, fats remain an essential part of a balanced diet. They support hormone regulation, vitamin absorption, and cell […]
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October 22, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Our latest blog explores the nuances of vegetable oils - their cultural and culinary significance; potential to address food insecurity; how and where they are produced, why it matters, who benefits, and who loses out.
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The proposal will need approval of co-legislators, EU countries at the Council and MEPs, who can still push for more changes to the legislation
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EU plans deforestation delay only for small businesses | Euractiv
The proposal will need approval of co-legislators, EU countries at the Council and MEPs, who can still push for more changes to the legislation
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October 21, 2025 at 12:01 PM
The proposal will need approval of co-legislators, EU countries at the Council and MEPs, who can still push for more changes to the legislation
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One thing everyone can do to save orangutans is to choose only #sustainable palm oil.
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Which oil is best? Experts address the question that everyone has an opinion on
New research explores how nutrition, sustainability and transparency intersect in the world of vegetable oils
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October 18, 2025 at 11:21 AM
One thing everyone can do to save orangutans is to choose only #sustainable palm oil.
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Study Reveals Orangutans Can Survive on Palm Oil Plantations
While we know that orangutans can survive in oil palm landscapes, they do not thrive. Connectivity between forested areas is essential for their long-term survival.
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While we know that orangutans can survive in oil palm landscapes, they do not thrive. Connectivity between forested areas is essential for their long-term survival.
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October 18, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Study Reveals Orangutans Can Survive on Palm Oil Plantations
While we know that orangutans can survive in oil palm landscapes, they do not thrive. Connectivity between forested areas is essential for their long-term survival.
www.riaunews.com/2025/10/18/s...
While we know that orangutans can survive in oil palm landscapes, they do not thrive. Connectivity between forested areas is essential for their long-term survival.
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Which cooking oil is best? Asking how they’re made could tell you more
"Rather than asking which oil is best, we should question how our oils are made, who benefits, and which systemic changes truly serve people and the planet."
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"Rather than asking which oil is best, we should question how our oils are made, who benefits, and which systemic changes truly serve people and the planet."
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October 17, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Which cooking oil is best? Asking how they’re made could tell you more
"Rather than asking which oil is best, we should question how our oils are made, who benefits, and which systemic changes truly serve people and the planet."
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"Rather than asking which oil is best, we should question how our oils are made, who benefits, and which systemic changes truly serve people and the planet."
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"Crops don't destroy forests and other biodiverse habitats; people do. We want to bring more nuance to the discussion around vegetable oils.... I challenge everyone to look a little deeper, if you care about social and environmental issues."
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"Crops don't destroy forests and other biodiverse habitats; people do. We want to bring more nuance to the discussion around vegetable oils.... I challenge everyone to look a little deeper, if you care about social and environmental issues."
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It's #WorldFoodDay!
"By working together, we can transform agrifood systems to ensure that everyone has access to a healthy diet, living in harmony with the planet." - @fao.org
Be part of the solution.
Choose #SUSTAINABLE #PalmOil!
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"By working together, we can transform agrifood systems to ensure that everyone has access to a healthy diet, living in harmony with the planet." - @fao.org
Be part of the solution.
Choose #SUSTAINABLE #PalmOil!
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World Food Day 2025
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October 16, 2025 at 12:04 PM
It's #WorldFoodDay!
"By working together, we can transform agrifood systems to ensure that everyone has access to a healthy diet, living in harmony with the planet." - @fao.org
Be part of the solution.
Choose #SUSTAINABLE #PalmOil!
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"By working together, we can transform agrifood systems to ensure that everyone has access to a healthy diet, living in harmony with the planet." - @fao.org
Be part of the solution.
Choose #SUSTAINABLE #PalmOil!
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On removing deforestation from shopping baskets:
“Huge strides have been made in sourcing sustainable palm oil. Now the food industry must do the same for soy, sourcing responsibly, supporting farmers and suppliers and investing in forest protection. ”
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“Huge strides have been made in sourcing sustainable palm oil. Now the food industry must do the same for soy, sourcing responsibly, supporting farmers and suppliers and investing in forest protection. ”
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October 16, 2025 at 10:47 AM
On removing deforestation from shopping baskets:
“Huge strides have been made in sourcing sustainable palm oil. Now the food industry must do the same for soy, sourcing responsibly, supporting farmers and suppliers and investing in forest protection. ”
www.msn.com/en-us/money/...
“Huge strides have been made in sourcing sustainable palm oil. Now the food industry must do the same for soy, sourcing responsibly, supporting farmers and suppliers and investing in forest protection. ”
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