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A proposed ban on the commodity for biofuel would lead to more deforestation
Demand jumps for fuel made with the commodity as dry weather restrains output
UK must relax EU enviromental policy on crop for agreement, says PM Mahathir
Firms bet sustainable palm oil production can head off growing consumer backlash
US senators write to chiefs of BlackRock, JPMorgan and Fidelity over deforestation concerns
Green consumers must embrace alternative oils like algae to save the great ape
Supermarket chain scored a social media hit when its spot was ‘banned’ from television
Group vows to blacklist suppliers that do not comply with responsible sourcing policy
Greenpeace surveyed 16 consumer goods companies about the origins of the raw material
UK central bank rejects palm oil alternative despite online campaign
A dozen Hong Kong beaches closed after lard-like clumps clog waterways
Palm oil problems, political boundaries and Najib’s ratings suggest no vote in 2017
Consumers tighten belts as commodity downturn hits employment prospects
Vow to tackle deforestation and labour abuses after pressure from consumer goods groups
Palm oil producer’s year-long moratorium follows pressure from environmental groups
Bank to cut ties with companies linked to destruction of rainforests
Claims bank funds groups alleged to be behind deforestation
Expansion in Indonesia criticised over Najib links and environmental impact
Palm oil producer criticised for excessive land clearing and lack of transparency
Leading producer’s currency falls 2.4% since US election result
Health impact of 2015 smog from Indonesia forest fires revealed
Leading agribusinesses come together in attempt to improve environmental record
Prices for agricultural commodity forecast to ease because of low weather risk
Prices stay high as companies avoid trade with key supplier over lingering deforestation concerns
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