MSPO Stories
We have met some wonderful people and witnessed some incredible impacts of the MSPO scheme which deserves to be shared.
These stories provide a wider look at the many facets of Malaysian palm oil from the farmers and their tales to events inspired by the MSPO. As our journey towards the certification of all palm oil operations in Malaysia under the MSPO scheme continues, we hope you find these stories as inspiring as we do.
A Smallholder’s Story: From the Plantation, to Studying Abroad
Embracing the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification transformed our smallholder family’s life in Sabah. It improved our farming practices, provided market access, and ensured financial stability, enabling me to pursue higher education abroad and dream of contributing to sustainable agriculture.
Indigenous Oil Palm Farmers Of Sarawak
The Dayaks represent one of the most interesting group of small holders in Malaysia. They are one of the most visible indigenous groups that contribute to the supply of Malaysian palm oil. Data from the Malaysian Palm Oil Board which regulates all smallholders in Malaysia show that there are some 28,000 indigenous families in Sarawak that are active palm oil farmers.