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The fact is, replacing palm oil with other vegetable oils like sunflower, soybean, or rapeseed would likely create greater environmental problems. Oil palms provide 35% of the world’s vegetable oil using just 10% of the land allocated to oil crops, whereas other crops require up to nine times more land to produce the same amount. Opting for sustainable palm oil means we’re using land efficiently and supporting a more sustainable future. Start your journey into sustainable palm oil at https://lnkd.in/grikQ26m #RSPO #SustainablePalmOil

🌱 Exploring the Water-Hungry Nature of Sugarcane 🌾 Did you know that sugarcane requires an extensive amount of water to thrive? According to the United Nations, sugarcane demands more water than any other crop to reach maturity, surpassing even soy and maize. This characteristic sheds light on the significant water resources necessary for cultivating this versatile plant. Moreover, in recent years, sugarcane has found new utility beyond its traditional use in sugar production. With advancements in technology and sustainability initiatives, sugarcane has emerged as a key ingredient in ethanol production. This transformation underscores its role as an essential biofuel, contributing to renewable energy solutions worldwide. As we navigate the complexities of agricultural sustainability, understanding the water demands of crops like sugarcane is crucial. Let's continue to explore innovative approaches to optimize water usage while harnessing the potential of crops like sugarcane for a more sustainable future. Video: Food Insider #Sugarcane #Agriculture #Sustainability #Biofuels #WaterManagement #RenewableEnergy 🌿💧

These microbes are the sustainable fertilizer you need to know about! 👨🌾 We’ve relied on synthetic nitrogen to feed the world for over a century—but at a high cost: 🌍 7-8% of global emissions are linked to fertilizers 💧 50% of nitrogen applied to crops is lost, polluting our air and water. That’s where Pivot Bio offers a breakthrough. Their microbes replace synthetic fertilizer by naturally producing nitrogen for crops. As the plants grow, the microbes deliver exactly what’s needed Therefore reducing emissions, waste, and runoff. More nitrogen where it counts and fewer environmental costs Innovations like this give me hope for a sustainable future 🌱 #Sustainability #ClimateTech #FarmingInnovation

A New Era for the Oil Palm Industry? A crucial reality: the oil palm industry can overcome its labour shortages with mechanised solutions if it engages in innovative collaborations with IT, IoT, Mechanics, and AI corporations and among planters. For too long, this sector has been waiting for a miraculous intervention—an outside of the industry team of experts prepared to analyse the technical challenges and develop ex nihilo the transformative system needed by its operations. This hope was unrealistic for an industry also regarded as a major contributor to deforestation. Yet, there is a glimmer of hope as palm oil producers find themselves in a pivotal position to redefine their image. They have the potential to become champions in the battle against food insecurity at a time when the global population is projected to rise from 8 billion to 10 billion. The oil palm crop is not just a source of income; it also holds tremendous promise as a key player in bridging the looming food gap. Unfortunately, the industry currently squanders approximately 50% of its potential revenue due to inefficiencies. If the oil palm sector were to implement an effective harvesting system that targets only confirmed ripe fruit bunches, it could make a substantial impact on global food security without further encroaching on limited arable land. This could reduce reliance on environmentally damaging alternatives, such as soy cultivation in the Amazon or rapeseed replacing wheat in Europe, a move that has led to global wheat shortages when the Ukraine war got underway. So, why is there hesitation in deploying such a seemingly straightforward costless technical improvement? The answer lies in the historical profitability of oil palm cultivation. For many years, palm oil producers enjoyed robust profit margins, especially following the European Union's decision to use palm oil as a biodiesel source. However, recent developments, including the EU's ban on palm oil imports for biodiesel and the implementation of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), present significant challenges to these established margins. As the industry grapples with these changes, it recognises the urgent need to embrace innovation, enhance efficiency, and sustainable practices, the oil palm sector can not only improve its profitability but also play a vital role in addressing pressing global food security issues. The opportunity for transformation is at hand, and the time for action is now. #oilpalm #palmoil #naturalrubber #timber #harvesting #traceability #supplychain #palmoil #sustainability #agriculture #wireless #plantations #biodiversity #RSPO #precisionagriculture #iot #Wilmar #IOI #KLKepong #UnitedPlantations #Cargill #Triputera #Sampoerna #Bumitama #Sawitkinabalu #GoldenAgriResourcesGAR #SDGuthrie #sinarmas #Musimmas #Asianagri Map depicts 85 % of the world's planted oil palm protected to its North from typhoons. To its South a ring of firing volcanoes.

October 16 is World Food Day. We’re taking this opportunity to talk about how we reduce food waste through sustainable means by transforming energy from one form into another. Wheat is an essential ingredient in our lives It’s in our morning bread, our bowls of pasta, and the pizza we share with friends. What often goes unrecognized is the fact that only a portion of harvested wheat reaches our table. Agricultural production residues such as wheat straw, corn cobs, and rice husks power our operations. We partner with Verdera, a waste management business unit, to ensure the proper disposal of biomass. Through our co-processing efforts, agricultural production waste gets transformed into an alternative fuel to power the cement kilns in our plants. This way, we reduce greenhouse gas emissions, both in cement production and from landfills. 👇 Check out the video below to find out how this transformation occurs as we continue Evolving Towards a Sustainable World! #VotorantimCimentos #Verdera #WorldFoodDay #Sustainability #Innovation #Biomass #Coprocessing

We have enough food on Earth to feed everybody. So why aren't we? The world's farmers produce enough food to feed 1.5 times the world's current population. That should be enough for the 10 billion people projected will be on this planet by 2050. Despite this surplus, people still go hungry. There is significant waste generated along the agricultural supply chain. Large portions of crop biomass is underutilised, with only a small fraction allocated for human consumption or other valuable uses. Here at Kynda, we address these issue with proprietary technology that converts agricultural by-products into high-value mycoprotein for the food industry. This includes converting usually hard-to-valorise soy, rice and oat okara into protein and fiber-rich ingredients 🍽️. From a report by The Good Food Institute about transforming agri-food by-products into alternative protein report: “... every fraction of crop production should be valorised efficiently to increase resources to feed a growing human population.” We’re on it 💪 https://lnkd.in/enQ2w5ud #sustainability #foodproduction #mycoprotein

Rice is not just a staple for billions; it’s a key to economic stability in Asia. With demand expected to rise by 30% by 2050 due to population growth, the pressure to increase rice production is urgent. Yet, yields are stagnating, and climate change is making things worse. For every degree Celsius rise in global temperatures, rice yields could drop by 5-10%. Ironically, rice is also a major contributor to climate change. Paddy fields release 22% of global methane emissions and 11% of agricultural nitrous oxide, two potent greenhouse gases. This means finding sustainable ways to cultivate rice is not just important—it's essential. As a first step towards the vision of a global Responsible Rice initiative centred on sustainable rice cultivation, String Bio Private Limited has put together a comprehensive report that explores the complex challenges of rice cultivation, emphasises the urgency of action, and unveils key strategies that can enable a sustainable rice future while retaining farmer welfare in the process. It also discusses an innovative microbial solution from String Bio - CleanRise. This biostimulant reduces methane emissions by up to 50% and nitrous oxide by 40%, while boosting yields. Download the report to see how sustainability can be unlocked for this critical crop and the urgency for achieving it at scale: https://lnkd.in/e36s6QsZ

Did you know palm oil is the most productive vegetable oil per hectare? 🌱 With an impressive average of 3.8 tons of crude palm oil per hectare annually, it outperforms alternatives like soybean and sunflower, which yield just 1 ton per hectare. This remarkable efficiency enables industries to maximize output using significantly less land, making palm oil the most resource-efficient option for meeting global demand. But productivity is only part of the story. We are committed to the sustainable production of palm oil, ensuring that while we boost economic growth, we also uphold the highest standards of environmental responsibility. Through responsible sourcing practices and adherence to NDPE (No Deforestation, No Peat, and No Exploitation) policies, we are working to balance industry needs with the preservation of ecosystems and local communities. When you choose sustainable palm oil, you support a high-yield crop and contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. 🌍🌿 #PalmOil #SustainableAgriculture #EfficientCrops #VegetableOils #SustainableFarming #OilPalm #GreenEconomy #EnvironmentalResponsibility #PalmOilFacts #SustainableGrowth

🌰 Nut Processing — the Future We Are Creating Today! ✔️ Nuts are not only a nutritious food but also a limitless resource for innovative eco-friendly solutions. Oil, flour, milk, natural cosmetics, fertilizers — this is just a fraction of what can be achieved with modern processing technologies. The benefits are clear: 🔸 Sustainable development: minimizing waste and preserving natural resources. 🔸New business opportunities: creating high-value-added products. 🔸A cleaner future: nut by-products can serve as a basis for biofuels or fertilizers. 🔸Nut processing is a response to global challenges and an investment in health, ecology, and the economy. Join the movement to improve the world! #NutProcessing #Sustainability #Innovation #EcoFuture

THE MULTIFACETED BENEFITS OF HEMP: Industrial hemp is a powerhouse of sustainability. It's a renewable resource that can be harvested annually, and its benefits are manifold: Environmental Impact: Hemp requires less water and pesticides than traditional crops, making it an environmentally friendly option. Soil Health: Hemp has a deep root system that prevents soil erosion, enhances soil structure, and improves its fertility over time, making it a perfect candidate for crop rotation. Carbon Sequestration: It absorbs more CO2 per hectare than most trees, contributing significantly to carbon farming efforts. Versatility: Hemp can be used to produce a wide range of products, from textiles and building materials to biofuels, organic fertilizers, and nutritional supplements. Economic Viability: The global hemp market is growing, presenting new opportunities for farmers and businesses involved in its diverse supply chains. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dMyjuCgb #HempBenefits #SustainableLiving #EnvironmentalImpact #SoilHealth #CarbonSequestration #VersatileHemp #EconomicViability #RenewableResource #GreenTechnology #HempIndustry