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InfoSAWIT, MUMBAI – Indian vegetable oil refiners are holding back purchases of palm oil, soybean oil, and sunflower oil, betting that recent price increases driven by geopolitical tensions will not last.

InfoSAWIT, MUMBAI – Indian vegetable oil refiners are holding back purchases of palm oil, soybean oil, and sunflower oil, betting that recent price increases driven by geopolitical tensions will not last.

InfoSAWIT, MEDAN – Fresh fruit bunch (FFB) prices in North Sumatra declined during the March 25–31, 2026 period, according to the provincial pricing team.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – The world has lost one of its most dedicated conservationists, Prof. Dr. Birutė Mary Galdikas, who passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, in Los Angeles.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – The growing trend of “palm oil-free” labeling in global markets is increasingly being questioned, as studies suggest it may not align with environmental protection goals and could even worsen deforestation.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – Crude palm oil (CPO) prices at PT Kharisma Pemasaran Bersama Nusantara (KPBN) recorded withdrawals (WD) during Wednesday’s (March 25, 2026) trading, reflecting broader market pressure from declining global prices.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – Indonesia’s palm oil waste is once again proving its potential as a source of high-value raw materials, as the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) develops microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) branded as Inacell from empty fruit bunches (EFB).

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – The global palm oil industry is facing a growing challenge: declining interest in plantation work, particularly among younger generations, raising concerns over long-term production sustainability.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – The issue of deforestation in the palm oil industry has come back into the spotlight, particularly in Southwest Papua, where recent findings reveal a gap between on-the-ground realities and the indicators used in the Indonesian Sustainable Palm Oil (ISPO) certification system.

InfoSAWIT, KUALA LUMPUR – Persistently high crude palm oil (CPO) prices may not fully translate into positive outcomes for the palm oil industry, as rising fertilizer and logistics costs are expected to weigh on plantation companies’ performance in the second half of 2026.

InfoSAWIT, BOGOR – Efforts to boost Indonesia’s palm oil productivity through the introduction of new pollinating insects from Tanzania rely not only on scientific research but also on strict oversight by the Indonesian Quarantine Agency (Barantin).

InfoSAWIT, KUALA LUMPUR – The recent surge in global crude oil prices, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, is once again increasing the attractiveness of palm oil-based biodiesel, providing support to crude palm oil (CPO) prices in the international market.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – Efforts to enhance Indonesia’s oil palm productivity through natural pollinating insects have entered a critical phase. Following exploration activities in Tanzania, researchers are now awaiting approval for limited field release trials.

InfoSAWIT, KUALA LUMPUR – Crude palm oil (CPO) prices are projected to remain at elevated levels in the near term, supported by rising global energy prices and geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA –  The commemoration of Indigenous Peoples Awakening Day (Hari Kebangkitan Masyarakat Adat Nusantara/HKMAN) on March 17 once again serves as a crucial moment to consolidate the struggle of Indigenous communities across Indonesia. Beyond ceremonial observance, the event reinforces a pressing demand for the government to immediately pass the Indigenous Peoples Bill (RUU Masyarakat Adat).

InfoSAWIT, BOGOR – Efforts to enhance the productivity of Indonesia’s oil palm plantations continue through various strategic initiatives, including the exploration of natural pollinating insects from abroad. Since early 2025, stakeholders in the palm oil sector have conducted research in Tanzania, a country considered to have agroclimatic conditions similar to Indonesia.

InfoSAWIT, KARACHI – The escalation of global conflict involving Iran has raised serious concerns over global energy stability and food security. The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz—a vital global shipping route—has reportedly driven oil prices to dangerous levels while disrupting international fertilizer supply chains.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – The discourse surrounding the “big picture” of Indonesia’s palm oil industry extends beyond policy frameworks and national strategies. In a recent discussion series, the perspective shifted toward on-the-ground realities, as Kaoem Telapak researcher Ziadatunnisa Latifa highlighted field conditions—from waterlogged plantations and oil palm planted along riverbanks to unresolved plasma conflicts.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – Forests are often discussed in numbers—coverage area, deforestation rates, or rehabilitation targets. Yet behind those figures lie stories that are rarely told: how forests are protected, managed, and integrated into daily life.

InfoSAWIT, JAKARTA – One of the clearest messages from Citra Rapati is that industries must ensure their raw materials come from ISPO-certified suppliers.