BANGI: Malaysia’s palm oil industry is expected to remain stable and competitive next year, driven by continued emphasis on research and development (R&D), yield improvements and sustainable practices in line with global market requirements, said newly appointed Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.
Johari, who was formerly the Minister of Plantations and Commodities, said the industry’s direction for 2026 will no longer depend on opening new planting areas but will instead focus on increasing productivity within the roughly 5.7 million hectares already under cultivation, in line with the country’s commitment to halt deforestation and ensure environmental sustainability.
