Is palm oil bad for you? This versatile fat is extremely common, found in at least 50% of products in U.S. supermarkets, per 2024 research published in Foods. But while prevalent, there’s a lot of ...

Palm oil derives from the fruit of the oil palm tree. Its high fat content has led to concerns that it may raise cholesterol levels and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). However, ...

Palm oil is one of the most versatile ingredients in food, found in a diverse range of products from chocolate to pizza dough to instant noodles. But it’s also a deforestation-linked commodity, and is ...

If you liked this story, share it with other people. The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) is expected to issue a new standard for its member companies to abide by when it holds its annual ...

Industry Insight from Ethical Corporation Magazine, a part of Thomson Reuters. Sector long plagued by allegations of forced-labour and land-rights abuses RSPO"s Nov 2024 standard toughens rules on ...

Although a widely consumed commodity, what impact does palm oil production have on wildlife and the environment, and what can ...

It is well known that palm oil is near-ubiquitous in food. It’s present in cakes, chocolate bars, biscuits, doughnuts, bread and even instant noodles. In fact, many sources suggest that around 50% of ...

If you take a look at the ingredient lists of items such as Cheez-its, frozen pizzas, Little Debbie products, and even certain lipsticks, you are likely to find one similar substance listed: palm oil.

Indonesian authorities have reclaimed 2 million hectares (5 million acres) of forest from illegal oil palm plantations under a militarized crackdown, but critics say it disproportionately targets ...

Indonesia’s independent oil palm farmers face myriad challenges, Reforms are needed so they can benefit from this profitable crop. Indonesia’s palm oil industry is a stark contrast of wealth and ...