Malaysia is the second largest producer of crude palm oil (CPO) worldwide, with a market share of 24% of total global production. The country has five major CPO producing regions: Sabah, Sarawak, Pahang, Johor, and Perak. The palm oil industry in Malaysia is important for its economy, job creation, and meeting global demand, and the country has implemented the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil scheme to promote environmentally friendly cultivation practices.