Professor Erik Meijaard joins us for a very special episode of the show!
\n\nIn addition to being a leading conservation scientist and Managing Director of Borneo Futures, Erik is the co-chair of the IUCN Oil Palm Task Force.
\n\nThe IUCN - International Union for Conservation of Nature is the now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network and a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis.
\n\nWe talk about a new IUCN report - Exploring the future of vegetable oils. Eric was the lead author on the report, which explores the implications of oil crops - looking at fats, forests, forecasts and futures!
\n\nTopics covered include the environmental pressures caused by oils and fats, taking a holistic view on oil crops, and why there’s no such thing as a ‘good’ or ‘bad’ oil crop.
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\nIUCN Report – Exploring the Future of Vegetable Oils
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\nMurdoch Associates
\nIUCN
Judith and Barnaby are joined by Olya Grovel, Chief Growth Officer at Orbify – a Satellite Data Platform for Nature Conservation and Anti Deforestation Compliance.
\n\nThe episode focuses on deforestation, satellite monitoring and of course, the looming EUDR legislation!
\nHow do companies navigate the complexities of anti-deforestation compliance?
\nWhy is satellite data so essential in preventing deforestation?
\nWhat will the impact of EUDR be?
\nWhere do certification schemes fit into the sustainability picture?
Find out the answers to these questions and more on the latest episode of The Sustainable Commodities Podcast.
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\nOne Nine Nine Agency
\nMurdoch Associates
\nOrbify
On this episode, Judith and Barnaby are joined by Leah Samberg, PhD. Leah is the Lead Scientist for the Accountability Framework initiative, a programme of the Rainforest Alliance. Leah’s LinkedIn profile describes her role as “Figuring out how to feed everyone without trashing the place!”.
\n\nThe episode focuses on the work of the Accountability Framework initiative, and the results of a new report - Time for Transparency. Other topics include the role of legislation and certification, and what businesses can do to bridge the gap when it comes to achieving deforestation free supply chains.
\n\nThe Rainforest Alliance of course is an international non-profit organisation, that is building an alliance to protect forests, improve the livelihoods of farmers and forest communities, promote their human rights, and help them mitigate and adapt to the climate crisis.
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\n\nAccountability Framework Initiative - https://accountability-framework.org/
\nReport: Time for Transparency: Deforestation and Conversion-free Supply Chains - https://accountability-framework.org/resources/time-for-transparency-deforestation-and-conversion-free-supply-chains/
\nRainforest Alliance - https://www.rainforest-alliance.org/
\nOne Nine Nine Agency - https://www.oneninenine.agency/
\nMurdoch Associates - https://www.murdochassociates.com/
On this episode, Judith and Barnaby are joined by Michelle Desilets, Founder and Executive Director of Orangutan Land Trust.
\n\nMichelle is an extremely influential international spokesperson for the orangutan and a key player in the campaign for sustainable palm oil - who has spent a career tirelessly working to ensure the long-term survival of the orangutan in the wild.
\n\nTopics covered include the current landscape around deforestation, the role of legislation such as EUDR in protecting biodiversity, and what the future looks like for orangutans.
\n\nOrangutan Land Trust's primary objective is to secure designated forest habitats that are safe for orangutans. The organisation is dedicated to the conservation, restoration, and safeguarding of forested regions in areas where orangutans naturally live or have historically lived.
\n\nAdditional information about Orangutan Land Trust can be found at https://www.orangutanlandtrust.com/
\nOne Nine Nine - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry.
\nJudith Murdoch Associates - sustainability experts specialising in sustainable palm oil and other forest risk commodities.
This week, Judith and Barnaby are joined by animal feed and livestock farming expert, Rob Daykin, from Daykin Partnership.
\n\nTopics discussed include which sustainable commodities are used in animal feed, how upcoming legislation like EUDR and UKDD will impact on the supply chain in the UK, and the challenges facing livestock farmers in terms of sustainability, climate and costs.
\n\nWith over 30 years experience and know-how in the animal feed and dairy industry, Daykin Partnership provides up to the minute statistics, data and insights, with animal welfare and sustainability at the heart of everything they do.
\n\nAdditional information about Daykin Partnership can be found at https://www.daykinpartnership.co.uk/
\nOne Nine Nine - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry.
\nJudith Murdoch Associates - sustainability experts specialising in sustainable palm oil and other forest risk commodities.
This week, special guest Gary Lewis, President of National Edible Oil Distributors’ Association (NEODA) and Sales Director for KTC Edibles, Britain’s largest independent manufacturer and distributor of edible oils, joins the podcast.
\n\nFrom sustainability and smallholders to price and supply, Gary talks to Judith and Barnaby about the impact of upcoming deforestation legislation in the EU and UK, and the challenges facing operators across the edible oils sector in the UK.
\n\nExpect discussions on palm oil, soya oil and rapeseed oil, as well as further insights into EUDR and UKDD.
\n\n\n\nOne Nine Nine - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry.
\nJudith Murdoch Associates - sustainability experts specialising in sustainable palm oil and other forest risk commodities.
Manuel Davila, Managing Director of Daabon Europe and UK joins Judith and Barnaby to talk about sustainable palm oil, and the impact of upcoming deforestation legislation like EUDR and UKDD. Topics covered include the potential impact on price and availability of palm, how prepared the industry is for EUDR, the importance of sustainable palm oil, and the risks to smallholders worldwide.
\n\nThe DAABON Group is a global leader in sustainable agriculture – committed to producing products of the highest quality in a way that benefits people and the environment. DAABON Group was founded in 1914 and is headquartered in Santa Marta, Colombia. The group employs more than 5000 people and has offices on 5 continents.
\n\nAdditional information about DAABON UK can be found at: https://www.daabonuk.com/
\nOne Nine Nine - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry.
\nJudith Murdoch Associates - sustainability experts specialising in sustainable palm oil and other forest risk commodities.
Ruben Brunsveld, the Deputy Director of EMEA for the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil joins co-hosts Barnaby and Judith to talk about EUDR and sustainable palm oil. How ready are members for EUDR? Is RSPO certified sustainable palm oil compliant? How is the RSPO helping members to prepare for EUDR? How does the palm oil supply chain compare to other commodities? Will EUDR come in on schedule and in full?
\n\nFind out in the latest episode of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast.
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One Nine Nine - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry.
\nJudith Murdoch Associates - sustainability experts specialising in sustainable palm oil and other forest risk commodities.
\nRoundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil - a global, non-profit organisation with a simple aim - to make palm oil sustainable.
How the incoming EU Deforestation Regulation will impact businesses and sustainable commodities.
\n\nCo-hosts Judith and Barnaby discuss the incoming EU Deforestation Regulation. The incoming 2024 legislation means that businesses importing, exporting or trading coffee, soy, wood, rubber, cattle and palm oil in the EU must demonstrate that these commodities haven’t come from land deforested since 2020. And it requires that there's full traceability for those commodities. The podcast discusses how this will be implemented and what it means for sustainable commodities.
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The Sustainable Commodities Podcast tackles everything from the palm oil paradox to the cocoa conundrum. The podcast series will raise awareness about the importance of sustainable commodities like palm oil, soya, cocoa and coffee and shine a light on good work done with sustainable commodities worldwide.
\n\nThe podcast is a joint venture between sustainability marketing agency One Nine Nine and sustainable palm oil experts Judith Murdoch Associates.
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