THE Malaysian palm oil industry is at a crossroads. In terms of production, it is already reaching its limits. Except for Sarawak, there is no more land left to expand cultivation.
Even in Sarawak where the opening up of new areas is facing constant criticisms from rainforest conservationists, expansion is difficult. Fortunately, the Sarawak government is not bowing to such pressure.
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