Oils & Fats International Fact File
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Flaxseed
The discovery of the genetically modified ‘Triffid’ gene in flaxseed exported from Canada to the EU could have devastated the Canadian flaxseed industry. Since 2009, farmers have struggled to regain profits and reputation as organic growers. As a result of rigourous testing and inspection, the Triffid gene has been virtually eliminated. Along with increased yields, this suggests a positive outlook for the future
31 October 2012 -
Freak feedstocks
In a bid to secure renewable sources of energy, scientists are investigating ever stranger biofuel feedstocks. Fungus, human fat, rabbit corpses – these are just some of the ideas of recent years. OFI looks at the viability and commercialisation of these unexpected feedstocks
02 February 2015 -
Halophytes
Are salt-tolerant halophytes the answer to an aviation industry increasingly focused on renewable fuels? OFI looks at this “game changer” in the biofuels industry and how an ecosystem could be put in place to make it even more sustainable
02 June 2014 -
Hemp
Is it a drug? Is an energy crop? The growing of hemp is controversial due to its association with cannabis. OFI assesses the properties of hemp seed and oil and the strict regulations surrounding the crop
31 July 2015 -
Hemp/CBD
Many of the technologies and principles of continuous extraction used in the oilseed industry apply to the extraction of cannabidiol oil and production of hemp protein.
11 November 2022 -
High oleic oils
High oleic oils offer nutritional and application advantages including less saturated fatty acids, more monounsaturated acids, and a good shelf life. Yet factors such as segregation costs and volatile premiums for farmers limit their production
11 April 2019 -
High oleic palm oil
A hybrid form of palm oil grown in Colombia and Ecuador has a higher oleic content than conventional palm oil, offering applications in frying, baking and chocolate spreads
15 April 2019 -
High oleic soyabean oil
High oleic soyabean oil offers health benefits as well as greater functionality in frying and food manufacturing applications. For this reason, the purchase, delivery and storage of the oilseed require a longer lead time and identity preservation handling.
11 November 2022 -
HVO
Hydrotreated vegetable oil boasts a great number of advantages over traditional biodiesel, among them lower emissions, higher fuel e ciency and a chemical structure identical with petroleum diesel. With the growing interest in all markets, particularly in Asia, and the many new production facilities scheduled to come online in a few years, HVO could be the fuel of the future
15 April 2019 -
Hydrogen
Lack of reliable supply is driving edible oil refiners and other end users towards on-site hydrogen production, with green hydrogen emerging as a competitive option
28 June 2022 -
Industry 4.0
The palm oil industry has gone through different stages of industrial revolution. What is the next step to ensure sustainability and efficiency and how can it utilise Industry 4.0 in this journey?
28 June 2022 -
Infant formulae fats
From the use of animal fats such as lard to palm oil, and triglycerides produced by enzyme technology, the development of fats for infant formulae continues
01 September 2011 -
Insect fat and protein
Insects are a source of protein and fat which can be utilised as food and feed to meet the demands of a growing world population. However, the industry faces challenges such as consumer acceptance and legislation.
11 November 2022
