17/12/2024

Understanding Carbon Neutral, Net Zero, and Low Carbon Intensity: What’s the Difference?

The terms “carbon neutral” and “net zero” are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings. Adding low carbon intensity into the mix further enriches the conversation. Understanding these concepts is key to effective climate action. Read the full article here.
09/09/2024

IRGA and HSS Propick Team Up to Accelerate Plantation Productivity with Autonomous Technology

IRGA will be engaging in a joint-development initiative with HSS Propick, a technology developer specialising in digital solutions and drone technologies to accelerate the adoption of "Autonomous Under Canopy Solutions" in plantations.
22/07/2024

IRGA and AgriNexus Announce Strategic Collaboration to Revolutionize Digital Plantation Management

This partnership will focus on the joint development of new modules within IRGA’s AI-enabled iPLANT software, enhancing global service capabilities with a particular focus on Africa and Latin America.
19/07/2024

The Agri Commodities Plan in the African Union Agenda 2063

Aimed at revitalising the region’s economy, Agenda 2063 is a strategic framework that aims to deliver on its goal to promote inclusive and sustainable development, and is a “concrete manifestation of the pan-African drive for unity, self-determination, freedom and progress.”
30/04/2024

The Devastating Effects of Ganoderma and Solutions for the Oil Palm Crop

We consider some of the key challenges and opportunities involved in providing effective labour resources to the plantation sector.
27/03/2024

The Dilemma of Labour Shortages in Malaysian Plantations Today

We consider some of the key challenges and opportunities involved in providing effective labour resources to the plantation sector.
25/01/2024

Cultivation of Palm Oil: Industry Challenges, Solutions and Compromises

We consider the foremost challenges faced by the palm oil industry in Malaysia and the efforts that have been made to improve sustainability metrics in recent years.
09/01/2024

KINGOYA Enterprise – A Story of Innovation, Partnership and a Passion for Plantations

We interview the operational heads of Kingoya Enterprise in this Special IRGA series of articles exploring the company's various divisions.
19/10/2023

The Malaysian Palm Oil Industry and EUDR Compliance

We consider the implications of the European Unions Deforestation-free Regulations (EDUR) on the Malaysian palm oil sector.