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Row of automated agricultural machinery in operation, highlighting AWL Agri's plans for increased business momentum, as anticipated by CEO Shrikhant Kanhere after subdued growth in FY26. India’s largest edible oil manufacturer, AWL Agri Business (headquartered in Ahmedabad), has announced ambitious growth projections for the current financial year (FY27). Driven by strong quarterly performance and expanding market demand, the company expects to more than double its volume gro

Following an expert report on El Niño, Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla advised Telangana to scale up pulse and oil palm farming to counter domestic shortages and reduce reliance on imports. El Niño Report Submitted: Committee Chairman Dr. Gillella Chinna Reddy formally presented findings to the Governor. Agricultural Priority: Telangana urged to focus on pulses and oil palm to mitigate climate risks and national crop deficits. Cut Import Costs: Boosting local production targets I

GACC auditors conduct a food safety inspection at a palm oil plantation in Riau, Indonesia, to enhance market access for Indonesian exports to China. Photo: Indonesia's Quarantine Agency. Indonesia is taking a major leap forward in expanding its footprint in the global edible oil market! In a significant development for international agricultural trade, a premier palm oil plantation in Riau Province recently underwent a rigorous food safety audit conducted by the General Admi

The Department of Consumer Affairs introduces 9 standardized pack sizes for edible oils. Discover how Gokul Agro Resources Ltd. backs this directive following impressive FY26 growth. Have you ever stood in the cooking oil aisle, comparing an 810 ml pouch from one brand with an 850 ml bottle from another, trying to figure out which one is actually giving you better value? You aren't alone. For years, varying package sizes made it tough for everyday shoppers to make true apples

Bottles of soybean and sunflower oil are displayed on a supermarket shelf, reflecting Nepal's significant export of refined edible oils worth Rs146.05 billion to India in the last fiscal year. How does a country with negligible domestic oilseed production manage to export over 700,000 tons of refined edible oil in a single year? That is the question dominating South Asian trade discussions. Nepal exported Rs 146 billion ($1.1+ billion) worth of refined soyabean, palm, and sun

Reserve Bank of India report highlights rising food prices as of July 20, noted under the State of the Economy in its latest bulletin. If you’ve noticed your monthly grocery bill creeping up lately, you’re not alone. Cooking oil prices across India have seen a sharp spike—and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has shed light on a major factor driving this trend: biofuel production. In its State of the Economy report (published July 2026), the RBI pointed out that the global dive

Edible Oil Prices to Remain Supported Near-Term, Relief Expected from October: NK Proteins MD Priyam Patel Edible oil prices across domestic markets are expected to remain firm and well-supported over the coming months before experiencing a cooling trend starting in October, according to Priyam Patel, Managing Director of NK Proteins. In a recent market assessment, Patel outlined that a combination of festive demand, tight domestic crop availability, and higher import costs w

A worker collects palm oil fruit inside a palm oil factory in Sepang, outside Kuala Lumpur. Veteran analyst Dorab Mistry predicts Malaysian palm oil will surge 12% to 5,200 ringgit ($1,316) by mid-July. Driven by geopolitical tensions and a global shift toward biofuels, the market is bracing for a significant supply squeeze. Why Prices Are Climbing? The rally is fueled by a "perfect storm" of high energy costs and aggressive government mandates: The Energy Spike: With crude o

Edible oil prices in the local market have been increased by Tk3-13 per litre, effective from tomorrow (14 October). Starting tomorrow, consumers in Bangladesh will see a rise in edible oil prices by Tk3–13 per litre , following adjustments linked to global market trends. According to a statement from the Bangladesh Vegetable Oil Refiners and Vanaspati Manufacturers Association , signed by Executive Officer Md Nurul Islam Molla , the revised prices are as follows: 🛢️ 1-litre

As India’s palm oil market grows, industry leaders discuss sustainability, certification, and the role of private companies in shaping a...

Used cooking oil being collected by staff of Tiruchi-based kB Energy Corporation from a restaurant. In an encouraging step toward...

Indonesia and Netherlands Forge Partnership to Aid Palm Oil Smallholders In a strategic step toward sustainable growth, Indonesia has...

Palm Oil Futures Hit 7-Week High Amid Global Market Tailwinds Malaysian palm oil futures climbed over 1% on Wednesday , reaching their...

Oil Palm – A Vision for Farmer Prosperity and National Self-Reliance “Oil palm cultivation is not merely an agricultural activity but a...

Japan's leading rice bran oil producer, Sanwa Yushi Company Ltd, has expressed its interest in importing non-refined rice bran oil from...

Exports of the agricultural commodities listed, to Bhutan are exempted from the applicable restrictions and prohibitions, with immediate...

Commission recommends linking the MSP of mustard and safflower seeds with oil content, with a benchmark of 34 per cent in mustard and 28...

The Indian government has removed the export ban on de-oiled rice bran, opening new opportunities for the rice bran processing industry....

A highlight of INACRAFT 2025 was the Craft Talk session themed “Sustainability Meets Creativity.” The forum brought together supporting...

A media statement by IVPA said that India’s vegetable oils industry is navigating a critical phase marked by global price volatility in...