Above-average temperatures prompt Indian farmers to move away from rapeseed

Above-average temperatures prompt Indian farmers to move away from rapeseed

10th December, 2024

Indian farmers have been moving away from rapeseed planting, despite higher prices for the crop, due to above-average temperatures impacting the crop, Economic Times reported from a Reuters story quoting industry officials.

First RSPO identity preserved certified sustainable palm oil delivered to China

First RSPO identity preserved certified sustainable palm oil delivered to China

10th December, 2024

The first shipment of Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) identity preserved (IP) certified sustainable palm oil has been delivered to China.

Unilever partners with Nufarm to develop plant-based oils for cleaning ingredients

Unilever partners with Nufarm to develop plant-based oils for cleaning ingredients

9th December, 2024

Consumer goods giant Unilever has formed a partnership with Australian agricultural chemical firm Nufarm to develop plant-based oils for cleaning ingredients.

Latest issue: OFI November/December 2024

OFI November/December 2024

The November/December 2024 issue is packed full of news, special features and market updates to keep you informed and up to date on the edible oils and fats market.

In my comment, following the European Commission’s proposal to delay the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) just three months before it was due to come into force, I ask what now for the landmark legislation?

Our November/December 2024 issue looks at the challenges facing the shipping sector including an ageing fleet, contraction of tonnage and regulations to cut emissions.

We also present a special focus on leading global flaxseed producer Kazakhstan, which is expecting a bumper crop this year following last year’s lower than average harvest.

In addition, we examine how…