Palm oil can be used in a wide variety of ways. Oil from the kernel of the fruit is pressed separately from the pulp and has a higher saturated fat content and high lauric acid content. Oil from the kernel is used in soaps, cosmetics, household products, and personal care products. Oil pressed from the fruit creates unrefined red palm oil, which is high in antioxidants and beta-Carotenes. Red palm oil has a nutty flavor and mid-range smoking point which makes it an excellent oil for cooking, baking, and medium-heat frying.

Palm oil consists of certain fats that are essential for the body. These fats act as building blocks for cell membranes and hormones, are a source of concentrated energy, and serve as a channel for fat-soluble vitamins to be absorbed by the body. Red palm oil has a high concentration of vitamin A and vitamin E. Not to mention, it tastes great – so it’s the perfect staple of any well-balanced, cooked meal.

Oil pressed from the kernel is higher in saturated fats than oil pressed from the fruit. Kernel palm oil is great for soaps, cosmetics, household cleaning items, and personal care items.

Oil pressed from the fruit palm is unrefined red palm oil. Red palm oil is good for cooking, nutritional supplements, and animal feed.Refined palm oil (RBD palm) is good for shortening, baking, margarine, frying, & soaps.

Palm Stearin is a solid fraction that is good for margarine, spreads, baking, confections, and frozen desserts.

Palm Olien is a liquid fraction that is good for cooking & deep frying because of its high smoke point.

Did you know that roughly half of the products in your pantry contain palm oil? That is because palm oil is a versatile ingredient for food, cleaners, and personal care and beauty products. Some of the benefits of palm oil are as follows:

• At room temperature, palm oil has a natural texture and plasticity similar to hydrogenated corn or soy oil, but without the harmful hydrogenation.
• Palm oil is resistant to oxidation and rancidity. It can extend the shelf life of a product as an ingredient.
• It has a better, non-greasy mouthfeel than other vegetable oils.
• It is a good blending oil, and can serve as a great vegan alternative to butter.
• Red palm oil is chock-full of antioxidants, including carotenoids and tocotrienol compounds found in vitamin E.
• It’s a great, functional base for natural soaps and other natural cleaning products.
• It’s a sustainable alternative to ingredients in cosmetics that contain petroleum. Palm oil is also a great emollient for balms and lotions.
• When Done Right, palm oil is the highest yielding vegetable oil on earth. It produces 5-10 times more oil per acre than any other commodity oil.

Palm oil itself is inherently sustainable and nutritious. Sadly, the way in which most palm oil has historically been produced has had substantial consequences on the environment and habitats in which it is made. Several endangered species such as the Sumerian tiger, Asian rhinoceros, and Sumatran orangutan can link their demise to the havoc that has been wreaked on their habitats at the hands of irresponsible palm oil harvesting.

The palm oil industry has burned carbon-rich soils leading to rampant fires, utilized synthetic fertilizers and chemical herbicides and pesticides that contribute to the release of greenhouse gases, and in turn, have caused the destruction of many native habitats.

Palm Done Right looks to change all of that, by showing that there is a sustainable and eco-conscious way to harvest palm oil.

Endangered animals facing the brink of extinction, the destruction of rainforests, blazing peat fires, and human rights issues are all symptoms of palm done WRONG.

The Palm Done Right Promise is to promote the sustainable and ethical harvesting practices of palm oil. It can be summarized in four parts.

1. 100% Organic: Organic agriculture is essential to securing healthy resilient ecosystems.
2. Deforestation-Free: To date 2 billion hectares of land has been degraded worldwide. We need to eradicate deforestation and degradation from our supply chains.
3. Wildlife Friendly: Species diversity is crucial to preserving our living planet for future generations.
4. Fair & Social: Every person around the world deserves to be treated with dignity and equality.

We believe that palm oil is an incredible product, read the rest of our Palm Done Right Promise to learn more.

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The conventional palm industry will often clear-cut primal forest, displacing (or even killing) native species. Palm Done Right is here to change that.

Palm Done Right farmers utilize already degraded land by growing organic palms and other complimentary crops, while leaving a portion of land uncultivated in order to foster biodiversity.

Palm Done Right is investing in learning about threatened species and indigenous plants and animals in the surrounding areas of the farms. Developing programs to protect the natural habitat and species increases biodiversity and creates a stronger ecosystem.

Farmers in the palm oil industry have historically been treated unfairly. The supply chain within the inequitable trade system has often displaced farmers or trapped them in a cycle of low-wage poverty. Palm Done Right utilizing Fair Trade practices has a much more positive effect on farmers, by making them partners in the process rather than exploiting them. Fair wages, empowerment strategies, community and cooperation are all staples of Palm Done Right.

Palm Done Right is about acknowledging that palm oil is grown in some of the poorest areas of the world. In many places, crucial services such as running water, electricity, education, and basic healthcare are lacking. It is our belief that companies who are invested in the business of palm oil must take a proactive role in also investing in the communities in which palm is grown.

Palm Done Right is about partnering with palm farmers and community members, contributing to developmental programs that benefit the community, and harvesting mutual collaboration and respect.

Palm Done Right farmers use organic growing practices by not utilizing chemical pesticides and herbicides. This is in great contrast to industrial palm plantations that utilize harsh chemicals and heavy machinery, thereby damaging natural ecosystems and habitats. There has been more and more recent evidence to suggest that these harsh chemicals also have negative side effects for our health.

Palm Done Right takes into account the belief that farmers who grow organically become stewards of the land and soil, rather than takers from it.

Oil palms produce fruit year-round, for up to 40 years – making them less of a burden on natural soil than annual crops, as well as profitable for farmers throughout the seasons. Palm Done Right farmers only practice natural methods of farming, such as using leguminous cover crops, mulching, and composting – which increases palm fruit production.

It takes about 20 weeks for fresh palm fruit to ripen. Farmers harvest fruit by hand or by using a scythe tool before transporting the fruit to the mill, often using donkeys, horses, or oxen to help them.

The milling process generally has five steps:

1. Fresh fruit is placed in a large container with pressurized steam. The steam deactivates the enzyme in the fruit that causes rancidity.
2. The fruit bunches go into a large drum tumbler which separates the fruit from the other material before composting the unneeded parts.
3. The fruit gets put into a press, or low-speed steam “digester” which loosens the oil from the fruit pulp, before being put into a hydraulic press.
4. The liquid mixture which consists of oil, water, fiber, and kernels are put onto a vibrating screen which separates the solids. Kernels are collected from the solids and saved for a separate pressing. The separated fiber is recycled and used as a fuel for the steamers.
5. The remaining liquid goes into a clarifying tank which uses centrifugal force to separate the water and the oil. Palm Done Right makes sure that wastewater is handled correctly rather than dumped back into the water supply: either by filtering it through a biodigester or by making sure it stays safe in a secure holding pool.

Depending on the end product, the oil is then transferred to the refinery in order to be shaped into its final form.

Unsustainable palm oil is produced in a way that contributes to deforestation, loss of biodiversity, and human rights violations. In contrast, sustainable palm oil is produced in a way that minimizes these negative impacts.

Sustainable palm oil is accessible for manufacturers and consumers alike, and can be easily used in place of your existing palm oil or other go-to oils. Making palm oil production sustainable as a standard practice and preventing traditional production’s harmful habits will allow farmers, companies, and consumers to benefit from this extremely versatile oil.

For companies, creating a responsible and ethical sourcing policy for palm oil is the best way to align with RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil)’s standards and to ensure that your supply and production is sustainable and does not contribute to environmental destruction. On the consumer side of things, knowing that your palm oil is sustainably sourced, or that the companies you buy from only use sustainably-sourced palm oil supplies is key.

Sustainable palm oil is produced in a way that minimizes the environmental and social impacts of palm oil production. This includes protecting forests, biodiversity, and the rights of local communities. It is also produced with a focus on long-term economic viability.

The environmental impacts of palm oil production include deforestation, loss of biodiversity, and greenhouse gas emissions. Also, pesticides and fertilizers in palm oil production can lead to water and soil pollution.

Yes, sustainable palm oil is a choice for consumers and businesses. The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) certifies palm oil produced in a sustainable manner.

The ethics of sustainable palm oil is a subject of ongoing debate. Some argue that it is a step in the right direction, as it reduces the negative environmental and social impacts of palm oil production. Others argue that it does not go far enough and that palm oil production in any form is unethical.

Palm oil is a vegetable oil obtained from the fruit of the oil palm tree. The process of obtaining palm oil involves several stages, including harvesting the palm fruit, extracting the oil from the fruit, refining the oil, and packaging it for distribution. The process can be either manual or mechanized, depending on the scale of production and the location of the plantation.

Palm oil production has been associated with several negative environmental and social impacts, including deforestation, habitat destruction, soil erosion, and loss of biodiversity. The expansion of palm oil plantations has also led to conflicts with local communities and indigenous peoples, who have lost access to their land, forests, and natural resources.

There are several alternatives to palm oil, including other vegetable oils, such as soybean oil, rapeseed oil, and sunflower oil, as well as animal fats and synthetic oils. However, each of these alternatives has its own environmental and social impacts, and some may not be as sustainable or as efficient as palm oil. Consumers can choose to support sustainable palm oil production by looking for certified sustainable palm oil (CSPO) labels on products or by choosing products that use alternative oils or fats.

Red palm oil is an oil extracted from the fruit of the oil palm tree (Elaeis guineensis). It gets its red color from the presence of beta-carotene and other carotenoids. It is commonly used in West African and Southeast Asian cuisine and is also used in some traditional medicine practices

Red palm oil contains a high amount of antioxidants, including beta-carotene and tocopherols, which can help protect the body against oxidative stress and inflammation. It is also a rich source of vitamin E and may help improve cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. Some studies have also suggested that red palm oil may have anti-cancer properties and could help improve brain function.

The production of palm oil, including red palm oil, has been associated with deforestation, habitat destruction, and the displacement of indigenous peoples in some areas. However, there are sustainable palm oil initiatives and certifications, such as the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), that aim to promote more responsible production practices. When purchasing red palm oil, look for products that have been certified as sustainable by a recognized organization.