UK delegation learns about sustainable practices in Malaysian palm oil sector

Published 2024년 7월 4일

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The Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) welcomed a delegation from the United Kingdom to promote the use of Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) standards. The delegation visited smallholder plantations, oil mills, and sanctuaries to understand the industry's sustainable practices and socio-economic benefits. The UK is a potential market for Malaysian palm oil, as it is one of the most consumed oils in the country. The MPOC is enthusiastic about improving sustainability practices and aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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The Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) hosted a delegation from the United Kingdom, to showcase the industry’s sustainable practices and socio-economic contributions. Aimed at promoting the use of Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) standards, the council teamed up with Kuala Lumpur-based social enterprise Wild Asia to organise visits to three smallholder plantations and Genting TrusHidup Oil Mill in Sandakan, Sabah. To display Malaysia’s commitment to wildlife conservation, the delegation was taken to Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sandakan and Borneo Elephant Sanctuary in Kinabatangan. Additionally, the visitors also toured SD Guthrie’s Palm Oil Experience Centre (POEC) in Carey Island and smallholder Felda plantations in Sungai Tengi Selatan, Kuala Kubu Baru. The tour of these two Selangor locations aimed to give the visitors a view of both large-scale and smallholder palm oil operations. The tour ended with a dialogue session organised by MPOC on the final day. ...

Source: UkrAgroConsult