The Sustainable Palm Oil Coalition for India (I-SPOC)

Grateful Smallholders: Asian Palm Oil Alliance Champions Farmer Interests👷♂️ Smallholder farmers have expressed heartfelt thanks to the Asian Palm Oil Alliance (APOA) for its steadfast advocacy amidst the recent decision to cut palm oil content in soaps by 25%. This reduction, driven by rising prices and environmental concerns, significantly impacts smallholders' livelihoods. The APOA's advocacy emphasizes the socio-economic importance of palm oil and the need for balanced, scientifically-based decisions that support both environmental goals and smallholder communities. Their efforts ensure that the voices of those who depend on palm oil for their livelihoods are heard on the global stage. Read more: https://ow.ly/aNix50SXu4b #PalmOil #SmallholderFarmers #Advocacy #AsianPalmOilAlliance #Sustainability #EnvironmentalImpact #Agriculture #Livelihoods #EconomicSupport

Indonesia and India: Strengthening Palm Oil Sector through Strategic Partnerships Indonesia’s Ambassador to India, emphasized the need for robust cooperation in policy and regulatory frameworks to boost trade and investment between the two nations. She advocated for joint ventures and partnerships to enhance the palm oil sector, suggesting that collaborative efforts between companies from both countries could significantly advance the industry. This approach aims to foster mutual growth and development in the palm oil sector. Read more:https://ow.ly/sEGt50SUuGz #PalmOil #Trade #Investment #Indonesia #India #StrategicPartnerships #EconomicGrowth #Agriculture #InternationalCooperation

India’s remarkable agricultural growth: Niti Aayog Highlights Sector’s Strategic Importance At the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE), Niti Aayog member spotlighted India’s remarkable agricultural growth, with the sector achieving the highest global GDP growth rate of 5% from 2016-17 to 2022-23. He also emphasized that agriculture remains central to India’s development strategy, reflecting a significant rise in its global GDP share from 3.2% in 2006 to 4.3% recently. The conference, inaugurated by the Prime Minister of India, underscores India's commitment to sustainable agri-food systems amidst global challenges. It featured around 1,000 delegates from 75 countries, focusing on transforming agriculture for future sustainability. Read more: https://ow.ly/7oRb50SUufw #Agriculture #India #SustainableDevelopment #GlobalGrowth #ICAE2024 #AgriculturalEconomics #Sustainability #FoodSystems #EconomicGrowth

This Independence Day, as we embrace ‘Viksit Bharat’, symbolizing the vision of a developed nation by 2047, let’s join hands in building a sustainable future for India. 🌍✨ Together, we can achieve a sustainable, greener and more prosperous India. #IndependenceDay #ViksitBharat #Sustainability #GreenFuture #I-SPOC #SustainableDevelopment #15August #ForDevelopedIndia #SustainablePalmOil

Indonesian Government Pushes for Certified Seeds to Boost Agricultural Productivity In a bid to enhance food independence, the Deputy Minister of Agriculture urged farmers in Grobogan, Central Java, to adopt certified seeds. Emphasizing that using quality seeds can boost productivity by up to 25%, he highlighted their role in achieving Indonesia's goal of becoming a global food hub. The government supports this initiative with enhanced irrigation programs, a 100% increase in subsidized fertilizers, and assured purchase of harvested crops by the state logistics agency, Bulog. This move aims to address climate challenges and set Grobogan as a model for agricultural success. Read more: https://ow.ly/KczU50SUuE4 #CertifiedSeeds #AgriculturalProductivity #Indonesia #FoodIndependence #SustainableFarming #ClimateAction #FarmersSupport #Agriculture #SeedQuality

Odisha Launches Ambitious Oil Palm Plantation Drive to Boost Farmer Income Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister has launched a transformative oil palm plantation initiative in Mayurbhanj district, aiming to revolutionize agriculture in the region. This state-level campaign, inaugurated in Dhanpur village, is supported by eleven palm oil companies and is backed by incentives from the National Edible Oil Mission Scheme. With over 3,000 farmers set to benefit, the initiative promises to significantly enhance livelihoods, offering potential earnings of over ₹2 lakh per hectare. This drive is expected to foster economic prosperity and support the central government's mission to expand palm oil cultivation across 20 districts. Read more: https://ow.ly/s3G050SUu4A #OilPalm #Odisha #Agriculture #FarmerIncome #SustainableFarming #EconomicGrowth #NationalEdibleOilMission #AgriculturalDevelopment

🚀 Exciting News! Our I-SPOC Annual Report 2023 is Here! 🌴 Dive into the latest insights from the Sustainable Palm Oil Coalition for India. The I-SPOC Annual Report showcases: ✨ Key activities and milestones 🌍 Outreach and visibility highlights 📅 Events we hosted and participated in 📚 Publications that made an impact Explore how I-SPOC is driving sustainable change in the palm oil landscape. 🔗 Check out the full report now: https://lnkd.in/gSV6_ca9 Centre for Responsible Business, Rainforest Alliance, Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) and WWF-India #SustainablePalmOil #I-SPOC #ImpactReport #AnnualReport #2023 #Sustainability

Unlocking India’s Oil Palm Potential: A Call for Innovation and Collaboration🤝🌴 India is set to tap into the vast potential of oil palm cultivation, with regions like Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and the North-East leading the way. Embracing oil palm as a key crop, Indian farmers are leveraging advanced agronomical practices to maximize yields and economic benefits. This push involves focusing on cutting-edge technology and implementing state-specific schemes through dedicated special purpose vehicles. As the country explores this promising agricultural frontier, the goal is to enhance domestic production and ensure sustainable growth. 🔗Read more: https://ow.ly/mkko50SUtX7 #OilPalm #AgricultureInnovation #India #SustainableFarming #AgriculturalTechnology #EconomicGrowth #AgriculturePolicy #CropDiversification

Warangal Embraces Oil Palm Cultivation: A Lucrative Opportunity for Farmers Warangal district Collector visited the oil palm nursery at Ramachandrapuram in Sangem mandal, where she highlighted that oil palm farming, with its low initial investment and high profitability, offers farmers the chance to earn approximately Rs 1 lakh per acre upon harvesting. The district aims to cultivate oil palm across 3,600 acres, and to support this, Collector has instructed horticulture officials to educate farmers on the benefits and subsidies available for oil palm cultivation. This initiative is set to enhance local incomes and contribute to the region's agricultural diversification. Read more: https://ow.ly/3bvu50SPUhc #Warangal #OilPalmCultivation #AgriculturalInnovation #Farmers #EconomicGrowth #Telangana #SustainableFarming

India Takes the Stage: Hosting the ICA Global Cooperative Conference 2024 India will host the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) Global Cooperative Conference for the first time this November. The conference will underscore India’s growing role in the cooperative sector. A recent discussion about the conference also highlighted IFFCO's innovative strides with Nano Urea Plus and Nano DAP, and their push to enhance precision agriculture through agri-drone training for rural entrepreneurs. Read more: https://ow.ly/wkkg50SPUef #ICA2024 #India #CooperativeLeadership #AgriculturalInnovation #IFFCO #Sustainability #RuralDevelopment