Palm oil isn't inherently bad, and olive oil isn't inherently good, say conservation scientists in an opinion paper published in Cell Reports Sustainability. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest ...

Oil crops serve both dietary and industrial needs, shaping and reflecting global economies Sustainability concerns drive both supply and demand of oil crop markets, via production practices and ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Vegetable oils generally refer to any oil derived from a plant—be ...

A new international study coordinated by Wageningen University & Research and conducted with IPB University (Indonesia) and Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences, sheds light on the ...

Renewable diesel is revving up interest from both agriculture and the oil industry, and now oil and agriculture companies are teaming up to find additional crop sources to fuel the growing demand.

Scientists have uncovered a crucial evolutionary mechanism that could revolutionize oil production in crops. The study reveals that whole genome duplications (WGDs) significantly boost oil content in ...

BRAZIL is a new producer of one of the most important edible oils in the world – palm oil. As an industry veteran, I can say that palm oil, when done right, is a remarkable crop. If our aim is to use ...

For most people, choosing a cooking oil depends on taste preferences, intended use or health considerations. Richly flavored oils like extra virgin olive oil or unrefined coconut oil are best saved ...