• How do palm oil mills work?
  • It all begins with the transportation of fresh fruit bunches (FFB) from plantation sites to the palm oil mills. The milling operation includes several stages, namely reception, sterilization, threshing, digestion and pressing, clarification and purification, and kernel recovery.
  • What does this report tell us about palm oil production?
  • sues related to palm oil production. This report is a reflec-tion of that journey, showing what we have achieved to date and what still needs to be done to fulfill our commitment to build a transparent, traceable a
  • Are palm oil mills sustainable?
  • In contrast to other oil crop processing facilities, palm oil mills have established themselves as environmentally conscious entities, pioneering a sustainable approach to energy generation. These mills have eschewed reliance on conventional energy sources, such as electricity from the national grid and fuel oil.
  • How are palm kernels used?
  • Palm kernels are subsequently dried and stored, ready to be dispatched to kernel crushing plants. Palm kernel shells and pressed mesocarp fibers find utility as solid fuel feedstock for the steam boiler. Palm oil mills are typically self-sufficient in energy generation due to the ample availability of biomass.
  • Why is automation important for palm oil milling?
  • These advancements in automation reflect a commitment to both operational efficiency and safety, reinforcing the palm oil milling sector¡¯s efforts to align with sustainable and environmentally responsible practices. Traditionally, palm oil milling processes involved sterilization and digestion to facilitate mechanical oil extraction.
  • How big is palm oil production?
  • Consequently, global palm oil production has experienced substantial growth, surging from 24 million tons (t) in 2000¨C2001 to an impressive 78 million t in 2021¨C2022 . Projections further suggest that palm oil production is set to reach 156 million tons by 2050, underscoring its pivotal role in meeting escalating global demand.