Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to remain a reliable supplier of sustainable palm oil to India. In this regard, Anwar and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi encouraged deeper collaboration in oil palm cultivation. According to a joint statement by the two countries, both sides also agreed for collaboration in value chain development of palm oil, including downstream, higher value-added palm-based products. “Both sides also agreed

The east African country of Kenya is set to elevate economic linkages with Malaysia through strategic partnerships in the halal industry. The east African country of Kenya is set to elevate economic linkages with Malaysia through strategic partnerships in the halal industry, palm oil and agro-processing, semi-conductors and renewable energy sectors which will boost trade, investments and regional market access. Kenya's High Commissioner to Malaysia, Ekitela Moru, said Malays

By Ir. Qua Kiat Seng Palm Oil in the Spotlight Palm oil is one of the most widely consumed edible oils in the world, yet it often finds itself at the center of controversy. Critics point to its saturated fat content, while supporters highlight its versatility, stability, affordability, and unique nutritional profile. With the release of the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans (USDG) 2025–2030, which emphasize whole foods, healthy fats, and reduced refined carbohydrates, pal

Dr Chong Siew Huay Indonesia’s decision to delay the implementation of the B50 biodiesel mandate presents Malaysia with a short-term opportunity to increase palm oil exports as the commodity’s price is kept stable by the move, according to an academic. Dr Chong Siew Huay, a senior lecturer at the Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), said the postponement means Indonesia will absorb less crude palm oil (CPO) domestically for biodiesel than orig

By Chan Thye Huat & Datin Lorela Chia Malaysia’s palm oil ecosystem now operates within an increasingly structured sustainability architecture. Certification regimes, traceability frameworks, carbon measurement systems, and assurance mechanisms form an integrated backbone across estates, mills, and downstream markets. As this architecture consolidates, a more operational question emerges: How should capacity be managed as sustainability systems scale? The constraint lies less

SD Guthrie Bhd, one of the world’s largest palm oil producers, on Tuesday warned that dry weather in Malaysia could curb its first-quarter production growth after a robust December quarter. Higher output in the December quarter pushed inventories in Malaysia, the world’s second-largest producer, to a near seven-year high at the end of 2025, weighing on prices. Slower production growth could help ease stockpiles and support benchmark Malaysian palm oil futures. SD Guthrie is p

The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) is in discussions with ground vehicle operators and B20 biodiesel suppliers to blend B20 as part of efforts to expand its use at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) said it also intends to extend the B20 initiative to ground service vehicles at other airports, such as the Senai International Airport in Johor. “The expansion of B20 use for ground service vehicles at these airports d

Malaysia’s plantation sector is expected to face a more challenging operating environment this year, with crude palm oil (CPO) prices likely to remain range-bound amid elevated stock levels and subdued export demand, despite relatively stable production prospects. Based on updates from the Malaysia Palm Oil Board (MPOB) at the Palm Oil Conference and Seminar (R&O 2026), MBSB Research expects CPO prices to average around RM4,200 per tonne this year, with prices likely trading

MALAYSIA’S future competitiveness and sustainability in palm oil increasingly hinge on the raising of yields, as stagnant production growth is beginning to constrain supply — a concern industry player have been flagging for decades. Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) chairman Datuk Carl Bek-Nielsen says the industry has been talking about the need to lift yields for more than 30 years, yet progress has been limited and, in some cases, yields have even “regressed”. Setting “rea

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United Plantations Bhd posted its strongest financial performance in its 120-year history, with a net profit of RM830 million for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025 (FY2025), up 15 per cent from RM719 million a year earlier- Pic credit United Plantations website United Plantations Bhd posted its strongest financial performance in its 120-year history, with a net profit of RM830 million for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025 (FY2025), up 15 per cent from RM719 million a

How Disciplined Execution and Digital Visibility Transformed Mill Performance Palm oil mills often operate within narrow performance bands. Feedstock quality may be stable, machinery familiar, and routines well established, yet meaningful improvement remains elusive. This mill faced the same reality. Performance was consistent, but consistently below its true potential. Rather than pursuing sweeping changes, the transformation focused on execution discipline, operational clar