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October 27, 2026

Menopang 30% Produksi Sawit Dunia, Petani Kecil Masih Menghadapi Hambatan Sertifikasi

Di balik besarnya industri kelapa sawit dunia, terdapat jutaan petani kecil yang berperan penting dalam menyediakan bahan baku bagi industri pangan, energi, dan berbagai produk turunannya. Namun, kontribusi mereka terhadap produksi belum sepenuhnya diimbangi dengan keterlibatan dalam sistem sertifikasi keberlanjutan. Kondisi ini memperlihatkan adanya kesenjangan antara peran petani dalam rantai…

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October 26, 2026

Apa Peran Karantina dalam Menjaga Kelancaran Ekspor Produk Sawit Indonesia?

Layaknya manusia yang menjalani pemeriksaan kesehatan untuk mencegah penyebaran penyakit, produk pertanian yang diperdagangkan antarnegara juga dapat memerlukan pemeriksaan sebelum memasuki wilayah tujuan. Proses ini dikenal sebagai karantina. Menurut Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2013), istilah karantina berasal dari bahasa Italia, quaranta , yang berarti empat puluh, merujuk…

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October 23, 2026

Permentan 33/2025 Perkuat Standar Keberlanjutan Sawit Indonesia

Upaya meningkatkan keberlanjutan industri kelapa sawit Indonesia terus dilakukan melalui penguatan sistem sertifikasi nasional. S alah satunya melalui penerbitan Peraturan Menteri Pertanian (Permentan) Nomor 33 Tahun 2025 tentang Sertifikasi Kelapa Sawit Berkelanjutan Indonesia . Regulasi ini memperkuat pelaksanaan Indonesian Sustainable Palm Oil (ISPO) dengan menekankan pemenuhan aspek…

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October 19, 2026

Konsumsi Sawit Domestik Diproyeksikan Lampaui Ekspor pada 2026

Meningkatnya pemanfaatan minyak sawit untuk kebutuhan energi mulai mengubah struktur penggunaannya di Indonesia. Pada 2026, konsumsi minyak sawit dalam negeri diproyeksikan melampaui ekspor untuk pertama kalinya dalam periode pengamatan Outlook IPOSS. Pergeseran ini menunjukkan semakin besarnya peran pasar domestik, sekaligus menghadirkan tantangan dalam menjaga keseimbangan pasokan bagi…

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October 16, 2026

Eight Years Since Trial, Palm Gasoline Still in Development Stage

Indonesia has been testing the use of palm oil as a gasoline feedstock since 2018. However, eight years later, palm-based gasoline has not been widely produced and marketed. Initial tests have proven that palm oil can be processed into gasoline components using available refinery facilities. This condition indicates that technological success does not always follow with commercial production…

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October 14, 2026

Palm Oil Downstreaming Not Only Domestically, Indonesia Explores Processing in Egypt

Downstreaming of oil palm has so far been synonymous with the development of processing industries domestically to increase export value. However, Indonesia is now exploring another approach through investment in processing facilities in export destination countries. The planned collaboration between Danantara and the Egyptian Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) is one such example. Interestingly, Egypt…

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October 12, 2026

Does Plantation Location Affect the Palm Oil Price Received by Farmers?

Two oil palm growers can produce fresh fruit bunches (FFB) of relatively the same quality but receive different selling prices. This difference is not always due to fruit quality or market price changes. The location of the plantation, access to the palm oil mill, and choice of buyers can also affect the sales value received by the growers. However, does a plantation farther from the mill always…

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October 12, 2026

River as Alternative Route for Palm Transport

The transportation of oil palm harvests is generally associated with trucks traversing plantation roads to palm oil mills (PKS). However, in several regions of Riau, fresh fruit bunches (FFB) are transported using boats via river streams. This practice demonstrates how farmers utilize local geographical conditions to support plantation activities, especially when road access is inadequate. One…

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October 9, 2026

Price Changes, Should Biofuel Policy Also Be Flexible?

Since B50 was implemented in July 2026, the demand for CPO for biodiesel has increased significantly. The more CPO absorbed for domestic energy, the less room remains for exports and other needs. This condition makes domestic demand increasingly determine the direction of the palm oil market towards 2027. At the same time, CPO prices can also change in a relatively short time. IPOSS data shows…

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October 7, 2026

Abundant Palm Oil, Why Not Easily Replacing Soybean Meal?

Palm kernel meal (PKM) and palm oil-based products have been used in feed formulations. Now, the question arises: to what extent can palm-based materials be expanded to partially meet the needs currently fulfilled by imported soybean meal (SBM)? The Ministry of Agriculture (Kementan) is exploring this opportunity together with BRIN and universities ( InfoSAWIT , 2026). This highlights the gap…

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October 6, 2026

Oil Palm Intercropping Can Be Productive Land, If You Know How

This is what is happening in Aceh Singkil. Some smallholders do not leave the space between the rows of oil palm empty. The inter-row spaces are utilized for planting vegetables so that one plot of land can produce more than one commodity. According to Tribun Aceh , the practice of intercropping vegetables in oil palm plantations is carried out by the residents of Aceh Singkil. This method is not…

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October 2, 2026

Why Palm Oil Prices Can Surpass Soybean Oil?

Until now, soybean oil prices have remained above CPO. However, this position may change in 2027. This scenario is gaining attention because GAPKI predicts that the combination of El Niño risks and increasing biodiesel demand could push palm oil prices above soybean oil . So, what could cause the two to switch positions? Palm oil and soybean oil are both used for food and industry, so changes in…

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September 30, 2026

Not Only Palm Oil, Indonesia Has Potential for Local Crops for Future Biofuel

In the journey of developing biofuel in Indonesia, oil palm has become one of the main players with a significant role in providing raw materials for renewable energy, particularly biodiesel. The support of large production, an established supply chain, and a developing industrial infrastructure make palm oil one of the strategic commodities in the utilization of bio-based energy. However, the…

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September 29, 2026

Before Planting Oil Palm, What to Consider About Peatlands?

Oil palm is known as a plant capable of growing in various land conditions, including peatlands. However, oil palm cultivation on peat cannot be treated the same as on mineral soil due to different physical and chemical characteristics. Based on the maturity level of its organic material, peat can be classified into fibric (raw), hemic (semi-mature), and sapric (mature), reflecting the degree of…

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September 28, 2026

Red Palm Oil: Nutrient-Rich Downstreaming for Smallholders

Red palm oil is gaining attention because it offers two simultaneous values: nutritional value and economic value . Unlike palm oil that has undergone intensive refining processes, red palm oil is processed while retaining some natural compounds, especially provitamin A carotenoids and vitamin E. Therefore, this product is often discussed as a functional food with the potential to support…

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September 24, 2026

Managing Water After Drought: Water Management Strategies to Maintain Oil Palm Productivity

The BMKG predicts that the rainy season of 2026/2027 will gradually begin in November 2026. After a prolonged dry period due to El Nino and IOD, the arrival of rain is certainly a breath of fresh air for oil palm farmers. The return of water to the plantations helps restore soil moisture, supports nutrient absorption, and provides space for the plants to grow more optimally again. For oil palm,…

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September 22, 2026

Can Palm Oil Waste Become a Regional Power Source?

Amid efforts to strengthen regional energy resilience, West Kalimantan is beginning to view the oil palm industry as a potential local energy source. One opportunity being developed is the utilization of palm shells, a byproduct of the fresh fruit bunches (FFB) processing at palm oil mills, as a raw material for power generation. With extensive plantation and palm oil industry activities, West…

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September 18, 2026

Can Export Leakages Really Be Sealed?

The export of strategic commodities leaves a significant data trail. The volume of goods is recorded in the Export Goods Notification (PEB), quality is inspected by surveyors, ships have travel logs, destination countries record import values, and transaction proceeds should return as export proceeds (DHE). The issue is that as long as this data is scattered across various systems and not read as…

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September 16, 2026

Area Exists, Productivity Lags

Bulungan Regency in North Kalimantan has significant potential in the development of the plantation sector, including oil palm. However, the large plantation area is not fully reflected in the level of productivity achieved. This condition indicates that the challenges of palm oil development are not always related to land availability, but rather how to ensure that each hectare of plantation can…

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September 10, 2026

If B60 Is Implemented, Where Will Indonesia's CPO Be Allocated?

Indonesia has not yet fully completed the implementation of B50, but the discourse towards B60 has already begun to raise new questions about the distribution of CPO supply. B50 means diesel fuel mixed with 50 percent palm-based biodiesel. If at some point the blend is increased to B60, the biodiesel portion in the mix will increase to 60 percent. Since Indonesia's biodiesel is primarily produced…

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September 2, 2026

India Purchases Palm Oil Ahead of Festival Season, What Are the Impacts for Indonesia?

India has once again increased its palm oil purchases ahead of the festival season. In July 2026, India's palm oil imports surged nearly 50% compared to the previous month, reaching approximately 730,965 tons, the highest in five months. At the same time, India's total vegetable oil imports rose 33.3% to about 1.48 million tons, the highest since September 2025. This surge indicates that industry…

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August 28, 2026

Why the Impact of Drought on Oil Palm Is Not Immediately Felt?

During a prolonged drought, the most easily visible impact in plantations is the increasingly dry soil and reduced water availability. However, in oil palm, the impact of drought does not always immediately manifest as a decline in production. Some of its effects work through the plant's physiological and reproductive processes, only becoming apparent several months or even longer after the dry…

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August 27, 2026

When Climate and Energy Drive Palm Oil Prices

Palm oil prices are rising again and have briefly reached their highest level in about 20 months. This increase cannot be attributed to a single factor. In the commodities market, palm oil prices move in response to multiple signals simultaneously, ranging from weather, production prospects, energy demand, to biodiesel policies. Recently, two factors that have garnered significant attention are…

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August 18, 2026

Approaching 2027, CPO Enters Strategic Commodity Exchange Radar

Approaching 2027, the plan to establish the Strategic Mineral and Commodity Exchange is starting to gain attention. President Prabowo Subianto announced this plan in his introductory speech for the 2027 State Budget Bill and Financial Note at the House of Representatives on August 14, 2026. This exchange is targeted to operate on January 1, 2027, and is aimed at strengthening Indonesia's position…

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August 14, 2026

What is STD-B in Oil Palm Plantations?

The issue of palm oil legality often arises when discussions turn to plantations located in forest areas, land overlaps, or incomplete plantation business administration. However, this issue should not be viewed merely as a matter of regulation. Legality should be seen as an entry point to improve palm oil governance from the plantation level, strengthen the position of smallholders, and maintain…

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August 7, 2026

Keeping Oil Palm Productive Amidst Drought

The increasingly prolonged dry season due to climate change necessitates that oil palm plantations be better prepared to adapt. For oil palm, the challenge is not only to withstand dry weather but also to maintain productivity amidst limited rainfall, increased risk of land fires, and pressure on smallholders' income. If not anticipated early on, climate pressure can evolve from technical issues…

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July 29, 2026

Biodiesel Incentives Increase, How Strong is Palm Oil Fund to Support B50?

The realization of biodiesel incentives has once again come into focus after the Palm Oil Plantation Fund Management Agency (BPDP) recorded the disbursement of B40–B50 incentives reaching IDR 17 trillion in the first half of 2026. This figure is already more than half of the projected biodiesel funding needs for the entire year, which is said to reach around IDR 32 trillion. This indicates that…

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July 23, 2026

Can Market Diversification Reduce Indonesia's Palm Oil Export Dependency?

Market diversification is considered capable of helping reduce Indonesia's palm oil export dependency on certain markets, including the European Union. However, this strategy should not only be implemented by expanding export destination countries. Indonesia also needs to strengthen palm oil diplomacy to anticipate trade barriers from the outset, not just respond when disputes have already…

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July 20, 2026

Detecting Oil Palm Nutrient Deficiencies with AI

Observing the condition of oil palm plants across vast plantation areas is not a simple task. In one block, the plants may grow normally. In another block, the leaves may start to show color changes, growth may slow down, or the canopy may appear less dense. The problem is that symptoms of nutrient deficiency are not always easy to recognize from the start. By the time changes become clearly…

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Rp35.000 Triliun dari Hilirisasi, Siapkah Pasokan Sawit?
July 2, 2026

Rp35.000 Triliun dari Hilirisasi, Siapkah Pasokan Sawit?

Dilansir dari CNN Indonesia, Menteri Pertanian Andi Amran Sulaiman menyebut hilirisasi komoditas unggulan seperti sawit, kelapa, dan gambir berpotensi menghasilkan nilai tambah hingga Rp35.000 triliun, atau setara sekitar 10 tahun APBN. Klaim ini menunjukkan besarnya harapan pemerintah terhadap komoditas perkebunan sebagai sumber pertumbuhan ekonomi baru. Namun, dalam konteks sawit, pertanyaan…

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Oil Palm Sticks, a Byproduct Gaining Export Value
June 23, 2026

Oil Palm Sticks, a Byproduct Gaining Export Value

The oil palm industry has often been discussed in terms of its main products, such as CPO, cooking oil, biodiesel, and oleochemicals. However, at the plantation level, oil palm also produces various by-products that can still be utilized. One of these is oil palm sticks, which are the leaf spines of the oil palm separated from the frond and can be processed into raw materials for brooms, crafts,…

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Behind the “Oil Palm Growers” Narrative: How Effective Are the Policies?
April 23, 2026

Behind the “Oil Palm Growers” Narrative: How Effective Are the Policies?

In recent years, the narrative about the oil palm industry in Indonesia has undergone a significant shift. Previously, palm oil was more often discussed in the context of exports and foreign exchange, but now more attention is being directed towards smallholders as the "main actors" at the upstream level. Palm oil is no longer seen solely as a strategic commodity but also as a source of…

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Middle East War Drives Plastic Prices, Palm Oil Bioplastic Offers Alternative
April 10, 2026

Middle East War Drives Plastic Prices, Palm Oil Bioplastic Offers Alternative

The escalation of conflict in the Gulf region at the end of February 2026 triggered disruptions in the flow of oil, naphtha, and petrochemicals through the Strait of Hormuz—a critical route for the global plastic raw material supply chain. The impact was not only an increase in energy prices but also a rise in logistics costs and "war risk" insurance premiums, which subsequently pressured the…

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Gulf Geopolitics and Its Impact on Indonesian Palm Oil Exports
March 30, 2026

Gulf Geopolitics and Its Impact on Indonesian Palm Oil Exports

Geopolitics and logistics increasingly influence the dynamics of Indonesia's palm oil exports. In early 2026, conflicts in the Gulf region triggered a surge in shipping and insurance costs. Indonesia's palm oil shipments to Europe generally pass through the Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which is a major route to the Suez Canal. Although this route remains open to date, potential…

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Palm Oil Exports Threatened If Production Does Not Increase
March 16, 2026

Palm Oil Exports Threatened If Production Does Not Increase

The Indonesian oil palm industry is at a strategic crossroads between domestic energy needs, export stability, and sustainable production. In recent years, national palm oil production growth has been relatively stagnant, while demand continues to rise, primarily due to mandatory biodiesel policies. This situation raises concerns that crude palm oil (CPO) exports could be pressured if not…

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Southeast Asia's Dominance in Global Palm Oil Production 2026
February 20, 2026

Southeast Asia's Dominance in Global Palm Oil Production 2026

Palm oil remains a strategic global commodity in 2026, used in food, cosmetics, and bioenergy. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Oilseeds: World Markets and Trade 2025/2026 report, global palm oil production is still concentrated in a number of tropical countries, with a strong dominance in Southeast Asia. This concentration is particularly reflected in the positions…

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Di Balik Dominasi Produksi, Produktivitas Sawit RI Masih Jadi PR
February 13, 2026

Di Balik Dominasi Produksi, Produktivitas Sawit RI Masih Jadi PR

Indonesia dan Malaysia selama ini dikenal sebagai dua raksasa kelapa sawit dunia. Dari sisi produksi dan luas lahan, Indonesia jelas unggul. Namun, ketika berbicara tentang produktivitas per hektare, Indonesia masih tertinggal dari negara tetangga. Data terbaru menunjukkan bahwa persoalan ini bukan sekadar persepsi, melainkan fakta yang konsisten dalam beberapa tahun terakhir. Berdasarkan paparan…

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Imposition of Tax Per Oil Palm Tree: Pros and Cons in Riau
February 10, 2026

Imposition of Tax Per Oil Palm Tree: Pros and Cons in Riau

The Riau Provincial Government is planning a new policy that has caught the attention of the palm oil industry in the region. Under this plan, a tax will be imposed per oil palm tree, with the proposed rate reaching IDR 1,700 per tree per month. This policy aligns with the surface water tax (PAP) policy that will be applied to various plantations, including oil palm. This plan is included in the…

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Peran Kelapa Sawit dalam Mencapai Tujuan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan (SDGs)
February 6, 2026

Peran Kelapa Sawit dalam Mencapai Tujuan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan (SDGs)

Peran Kelapa Sawit dalam Mencapai Tujuan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan (SDGs) Kelapa sawit Indonesia memiliki peran yang signifikan dalam mendukung pencapaian beberapa Tujuan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan (SDGs) yang ditetapkan oleh PBB. Seiring dengan meningkatnya kesadaran global akan pentingnya keberlanjutan, industri sawit kini tidak hanya dilihat dari sisi ekonominya, tetapi juga dari bagaimana…

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Weeds in Oil Palm Plantations: Which Need Control, Which Can Be Maintained
February 3, 2026

Weeds in Oil Palm Plantations: Which Need Control, Which Can Be Maintained

wp:paragraph In the management of modern oil palm plantations, weeds are no longer viewed solely as enemies that must be completely eradicated. Scientific approaches show that while some weeds indeed have negative impacts on the growth and productivity of oil palms, others play an important role in maintaining the ecosystem balance of the plantation. The key lies in identifying weed types and…

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Sejauh Mana Sawit Indonesia Mampu Menjawab Tuntutan Global akan Keberlanjutan?
February 2, 2026

Sejauh Mana Sawit Indonesia Mampu Menjawab Tuntutan Global akan Keberlanjutan?

Kelapa sawit merupakan salah satu pilar utama perekonomian Indonesia. Dalam analisisnya, Kuntoro Boga Andri menegaskan bahwa sektor ini berperan krusial dalam menjaga stabilitas neraca perdagangan nonmigas. Pada 2022, nilai ekspor sawit Indonesia mencapai sekitar 39 miliar dolar AS. Meski menurun menjadi sekitar 28 miliar dolar AS pada 2024, kontribusinya tetap signifikan. Tanpa sawit, posisi…

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Primary Forest Transformation and Oil Palm Development in Indonesia
January 23, 2026

Primary Forest Transformation and Oil Palm Development in Indonesia

The issue of converting primary forests into oil palm plantations often becomes a focal point in environmental debates in Indonesia. Primary forests are frequently perceived as the most disadvantaged party in palm oil expansion. However, research findings and expert explanations indicate that the reality on the ground is far more complex and cannot be generalized. In an interview with Sawit IDN,…

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Understanding Forestry Law Regulations in Indonesia and Their Relation to the Oil Palm Industry
January 7, 2026

Understanding Forestry Law Regulations in Indonesia and Their Relation to the Oil Palm Industry

The discourse on forestry and oil palm in Indonesia often cannot be separated from the issues of land governance and the legal framework underpinning it. In an interview with SawitIDN, Petrus Gunarso , a forestry and environmental expert, revealed that the root of various forestry and plantation issues—including oil palm—originates from the design of forestry regulations in Indonesia, which from…

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Diplomacy Bears Fruit, Indonesian Palm Oil and Cocoa Exempt from US Tariffs Amid Tug-of-War Over Critical Mineral Access
January 5, 2026

Diplomacy Bears Fruit, Indonesian Palm Oil and Cocoa Exempt from US Tariffs Amid Tug-of-War Over Critical Mineral Access

The trade agreement between Indonesia and the United States has finally reached a crucial point after a lengthy negotiation process that began several months ago. On Tuesday, December 23, 2025, the Indonesian government officially announced that several of the nation's leading export commodities, such as crude palm oil (CPO) and cocoa, have been granted exemptions from reciprocal trade tariffs by…

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Lessons from the Collapse of Coconut Oil: A Warning for the Future of Indonesian Palm Oil
December 2, 2025

Lessons from the Collapse of Coconut Oil: A Warning for the Future of Indonesian Palm Oil

Indonesia's experience in managing vegetable oil commodities shows that natural resource advantages alone are not sufficient to win in global competition. The collapse of the coconut oil industry, which once was the backbone of exports and the coastal economy, is a clear example of how a strategic commodity can lose its position due to weaknesses in diplomacy, innovation, and market perception…

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Breakthrough Seed Innovation Strengthens Climate Resilience in Indonesia's Oil Palm Sector
November 24, 2025

Breakthrough Seed Innovation Strengthens Climate Resilience in Indonesia's Oil Palm Sector

Climate resilience has now become an essential element in the sustainability of Indonesia's oil palm industry. Unpredictable weather changes, increasingly prolonged dry periods, and the rising frequency of extreme events such as El Niño have pressured plantation productivity and threatened smallholders' income. In this challenging situation, a science-based innovation has emerged as a new…

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100 Million Indonesians Depend on the Palm Oil Industry
November 18, 2025

100 Million Indonesians Depend on the Palm Oil Industry

The Indonesian oil palm industry has long been one of the main sectors supporting the national economy. Tungkot Sipayung, a prominent figure in the Indonesian palm oil industry, stated that more than 100 million people in Indonesia depend on the palm oil industry for their livelihoods. "I am confident that more than 100 million people live off palm oil," he said in an interview with SawitIDN…

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Palm Oil: Indonesia's Economic Pillar Towards Golden Indonesia 2045
November 10, 2025

Palm Oil: Indonesia's Economic Pillar Towards Golden Indonesia 2045

Amid the dynamics of the global economy, oil palm still stands tall as one of the main pillars of Indonesia's economy. From household kitchens to the energy industry, this commodity is not only a source of foreign exchange but also the heart of economic activity for millions of people in various regions. In every drop of palm oil, there is a story of productivity, sustainability, and the future…

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Three Pollinating Insects from Tanzania Strengthen Oil Palm Productivity Research
October 30, 2025

Three Pollinating Insects from Tanzania Strengthen Oil Palm Productivity Research

Efforts to enhance national oil palm productivity continue to be developed through scientific approaches. One such effort is being conducted by the Palm Oil Research Center (PPKS), which is currently studying three types of pollinating insects from Tanzania. This study is expected to deepen the understanding of biological factors affecting palm oil production in Indonesia. PPKS researcher, Agus…

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October 20, 2025

Documentary Screening: “Palm Oil in the Land of Orangutans”

Film Palm Oil in the Land of Orangutans is a documentary that has startled many parties. In addition to raising the theme of sustainability in oil palm plantations, this work by a Danish filmmaker seems to overturn the belief of some residents of the blue continent that palm oil is not environmentally friendly . The issue of oil palm and the environment has long been a concern both nationally and…

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EUDR to Be Postponed Another Year. What's Happening?
September 25, 2025

EUDR to Be Postponed Another Year. What's Happening?

The implementation of the EU deforestation regulation, known as EUDR, may be postponed again to the end of 2026. The European Commission seems to have a new awareness that enforcing EUDR without thorough preparation will actually cause problems. On the other hand, particularly for Indonesian farmers, this is additional time to prepare themselves. The EU Commissioner for Environment from Sweden,…

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Indonesia–European Union Finally Agree: A New Era of Trade Begins
September 25, 2025

Indonesia–European Union Finally Agree: A New Era of Trade Begins

Indonesia and the European Union have finally concluded a long round of trade negotiations after nearly a decade. On Tuesday, September 22, 2025, in Bali, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto and European Commission's Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maroš Šefčovič signed the substantial completion of the Indonesia–European Union Comprehensive Economic…

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Gas Biometana Sawit: Dulu Dijual Murah, Kini Jadi Solusi Emisi
September 23, 2025

Gas Biometana Sawit: Dulu Dijual Murah, Kini Jadi Solusi Emisi

Biometana adalah gas energi terbarukan yang dihasilkan dari penguraian bahan organik secara anaerob, terutama limbah pertanian dan perkebunan. Komponen utamanya adalah metana (CH₄), gas rumah kaca yang dampaknya jauh lebih kuat dari karbon dioksida. Menurut Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) , metana bisa 28 kali lebih kuat dibanding CO₂ dalam memerangkap panas bumi. Dengan…

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CPO Growth Slows, Time to Accelerate Smallholder Oil Palm Replanting
August 25, 2025

CPO Growth Slows, Time to Accelerate Smallholder Oil Palm Replanting

Indonesia remains firmly established as the world's largest palm oil producer, yet recent data reveals a trend of stagnating production growth. According to Reuters data, the national growth rate of Crude Palm Oil (CPO) over the past five years has been only about 1.04% per year. This figure lags significantly behind the average growth of other vegetable oils such as soybean (around 2.98%) and…

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POME: Waste Turned Blessing
August 15, 2025

POME: Waste Turned Blessing

Indonesia is known as the largest oil palm producer in the world. According to data from the World Biogas Association, nearly 850 palm oil mills in Indonesia operate daily, processing fresh fruit bunches into crude oil. This process leaves behind a large amount of waste, one of which is liquid waste known as Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME). POME contains organic compounds that, if untreated, can…

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Palm Oil Exports Soar, Biodiesel Narrows?
August 7, 2025

Palm Oil Exports Soar, Biodiesel Narrows?

Indonesia is entering a crucial phase in energy and trade policy. The B50 biodiesel ambition for 2026 runs parallel with the need to maintain export performance, especially after trade talks with the United States resulted in a 19% tariff for Indonesian goods (lower than the threatened 32%), yet still demanding economic concessions. According to Reuters, the understanding reached in mid-July…

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The Fate of Palm Oil Under Trump's Unilateralism
August 4, 2025

The Fate of Palm Oil Under Trump's Unilateralism

The United States is one of the export destinations for our palm oil products. Inevitably, Indonesia is trying by all means to maintain this and make America import as much palm oil as possible. However, remember, all of this will only be realized if our palm oil prices are competitive as a result of Trump's tariffs, which continue to change very rapidly. The trouble is, Trump seems to make…

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Hooray, Palm Oil Import Tariff to US Below 19 Percent
July 29, 2025

Hooray, Palm Oil Import Tariff to US Below 19 Percent

After President Trump reduced import tariffs from Indonesia from 32 percent to 19 percent, there is now more good news: palm oil, rubber, and cocoa are being given special treatment. In further negotiations led by the Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, these three commodities will be subject to tariffs below 19 percent. The exact rates have not yet been announced. This incomplete…

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Transforming EFB Waste into Strategic Solutions for Sustainable Agriculture and Energy
July 28, 2025

Transforming EFB Waste into Strategic Solutions for Sustainable Agriculture and Energy

Empty oil palm fruit bunches (EFB) are one of the largest biomass wastes produced by the palm oil industry in Indonesia. The volume of this waste is abundant: from every ton of fresh fruit bunches (FFB) processed in a palm oil mill, about 22–25% or equivalent to 0.22–0.25 tons is EFB. According to FAO data (2024), Indonesia's FFB production reaches 256 million tons per year, which means the…

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Trump Tariff Now 19%, Will Indonesian Palm Oil Thrive in US and EU?
July 25, 2025

Trump Tariff Now 19%, Will Indonesian Palm Oil Thrive in US and EU?

After direct negotiations between presidents, President Trump finally announced that Indonesian products entering the United States would only be subject to a 19 percent tariff, down from the 32 percent set at the beginning of July. For some economists, this figure is still considered quite high and negatively impacts several Indonesian products, considering that the tariff for U.S. products to…

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