FGV submits appeal to lift US restrictions on its palm oil

FGV noted the remediation plan aims to close identified gaps in its labour practices to align its operation with internationally recognised ethical labour standards.

PETALING JAYA: Agribusiness and food company, FGV Holdings Bhd, has submitted a petition to the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for the modification of the Withhold Release Order (WRO) on palm oil and palm oil products produced by the group.

The submission comes following the significant remediation efforts taken across FGV’s operations towards ensuring full labour rights and improved welfare for its workforce.