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InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – The price of crude palm oil (CPO) at PT. Kharisma Pemasaran Bersama Nusantara (KPBN) Inacom is set at Rp14,177/kg on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, marking a 0.45% decrease or a drop of approximately Rp65/kg compared to the CPO price on Monday, April 14, 2025, which was Rp14,260/kg.

InfoSAWIT, PEKANBARU – According to the results from the Fresh Fruit Bunch (FFB) pricing team in Riau Province, as per the Price Determination Letter No. 12 for the period of April 16-22, 2025, the price for 9-year-old palm oil has decreased by Rp117.17/kg to Rp3,624.76/kg.

IfnfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – The Ministry of Industry (Kemenperin) is strengthening the downstreaming of the domestic palm oil industry by promoting the utilization of palm trunks as value-added commodities. One concrete step taken is the facilitation of a Cooperation Agreement (PKS) signing between PalmCo/PTPN IV and the Gerak Nusantara Producers Cooperative (KPGN).

InfoSAWIT, PETALING JAYA – Malaysia needs to prioritize sustainability in its palm oil industry by adopting a bio-based economy to remain competitive and sustainable in the global market. This call was made by Hong Wai Onn, founder of the Research Institute for Sustainable Excellence and Leadership (RISEL).

InfoSAWIT, PROBOLINGGO – The sound of the Paiton power plant's machinery echoed as members of the Indonesian House of Representatives' Commission XII arrived on Sunday morning, April 13, 2025. Under the bright sun of East Java, Commission XII Vice Chairman Sugeng Suparwoto expressed full support for the utilization of co-firing technology—a new approach to reducing emissions from coal-fired power plants.

InfoSAWIT, BEIJING – The Chinese government announced on Friday, April 11, 2025, a significant increase in import tariffs on American products to 125%, effective Saturday. This move is a direct response to U.S. President Donald Trump's decision the day before to raise tariffs on Chinese goods to 145%.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – The price of crude palm oil (CPO) at PT Kharisma Pemasaran Bersama Nusantara (KPBN) Inacom was set at Rp14,260/kg on Monday (April 14, 2025), marking a 0.45% decrease or a drop of approximately Rp65/kg compared to the CPO price on Friday (April 11, 2025), which was Rp14,325/kg.

InfoSAWIT, SANTOS – Brazilian farmers have sold more than 50 percent of their soybean harvest for the 2024/2025 season, which is projected to reach a record 172.1 million metric tons. This was announced by Andre Pessoa, President of Agribusiness Consultancy Agroconsult, during a statement at the Santos Trade Association on Thursday.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA — The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has swiftly acted following an extensive investigation into a large bribery network linked to three cooking oil companies. Evidence has emerged, revealing a shocking array of illicit payments, including billions of rupiah in foreign currency, luxury vehicles, and various other assets seized from multiple locations.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA — The recent implementation of strict and effective law enforcement by the government against palm oil plantation companies operating in forest areas has raised concerns among industry players. In recent weeks, a special task force established to regulate the palm oil sector has seized over 300,000 hectares of plantation land across 19 provinces due to alleged forestry law violations without proper legal processes.

InfoSAWIT, TANA TIDUNG — The village of Menjelutung in the Sesayap Hilir District of Tana Tidung is preparing for a new chapter in managing its plasma plantation. This enthusiasm was evident when four members of the Joint Business Cooperative of Plasma Menjelutung Perdana Lestari (KUB PMPL) decided to visit Tanah Kuning village in Bulungan to conduct a study visit to the Mega Buana Cooperative—known for its successful management of former company plasma plantations.

InfoSAWIT, NEW DELHI — India's vegetable oil stocks have plummeted to their lowest level in over three years, driven by a decline in palm oil imports for four consecutive months. This situation is likely to lead to an increase in palm oil and soybean oil imports in the near future, potentially providing a boost to Malaysian palm oil prices and U.S. soybean futures.

InfoSAWIT, KUALA KAPUAS — The Chairman of the Kapuas Regional House of Representatives (DPRD), Ardiansah, has expressed full support for the development of investments in the palm oil plantation sector in his region. He believes that the palm oil industry plays a strategic role in driving local economic growth and improving the welfare of the community, especially in rural areas.

InfoSAWIT, KUALA LUMPUR – The UK has come under scrutiny in the latest report from Global Witness, which reveals its contribution to global tropical deforestation. Between November 2021 and December 2024, the UK is accused of causing the loss of 12,856 hectares of forest to meet the demand for livestock products from Brazil—an area equivalent to the size of Liverpool.

InfoSAWIT, KUALA LUMPUR – The crude palm oil (CPO) futures market is anticipated to remain turbulent next week, with cautious price movements within a narrow range due to mixed market signals and ongoing global uncertainties.

InfoSAWIT, KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia's palm oil industry demonstrates resilience amid global uncertainties, largely due to sustained demand from key markets such as China and India. However, analysts warn that the sector still faces various risks that could disrupt its stability, ranging from climate change to international trade policies.

InfoSAWIT, MUKOMUKO – The Mukomuko Agriculture Office has urged all palm oil processing companies in the region to align their purchase prices for fresh fruit bunches (TBS) of palm oil with the prices set by the Bengkulu Provincial Price Setting Team.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – Amidst concerns over export performance and external pressures, Finance Minister Sri Mulyani delivered significant news awaited by many players in the palm oil industry. During an economic discussion in Jakarta on Tuesday (April 8), she announced a new government initiative: a reduction in export duties for crude palm oil (CPO).

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – The price of crude palm oil (CPO) at PT. Kharisma Pemasaran Bersama Nusantara (KPBN) Inacom was set at Rp14,325/kg on Friday (April 11, 2025), marking a slight decrease of 0.43% or approximately Rp62/kg compared to the CPO price on Thursday (April 10, 2025), which was Rp14,387/kg.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – The long wait has finally come to an end. After nearly a year of deliberation, the revision of the Indonesia Sustainable Palm Oil (ISPO) policy is now officially in effect. March 19, 2025, marks the day when President Prabowo Subianto signed Presidential Regulation No. 16 of 2025.