KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 — The Plantation and Commodities Ministry has introduced a RM3.5 million incentive to support oil palm fresh fruit bunches (FFB) traders in obtaining the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification.
Its minister Datuk Seri Noraini Ahmad said this is a proactive step by the government to help oil palm FFB traders meet current compliance requirements, while also strengthening the resilience of the national palm oil supply chain.
Over 3,000 eligible oil palm FFB traders nationwide are expected to benefit, subject to the stipulated terms and conditions.
Applications for this incentive can be submitted to the MSPO Council starting April 15, 2026, through the e-MSPO system.
"The implementation of this initiative is in line with efforts to strengthen the comprehensive implementation of MSPO 2.0, while supporting the national agenda to ensure the Malaysian palm oil industry continues to develop sustainably, responsibly and resiliently," she said in a statement today.
The initiative reflects the government's ongoing efforts to safeguard stakeholders' welfare and strengthen confidence in Malaysia’s palm oil sector in both domestic and international markets.
