öljypalmupuiden
Öljypalmupuut, scientifically known as Elaeis guineensis, are palm trees native to western Africa. They are primarily cultivated for their oil-rich fruit, from which two distinct types of oil are extracted: palm oil from the mesocarp (fleshy part) of the fruit and palm kernel oil from the seed. These oils are widely used in food products, cosmetics, and biofuels globally.
The cultivation of oil palm trees has expanded significantly beyond their native range, particularly in Southeast
Despite these challenges, oil palm is a highly efficient crop, producing more oil per hectare than any
The economic impact of oil palm cultivation is substantial, providing livelihoods for millions of smallholder farmers