(MPOB Transfer of Technology)
Oil palm is an important commodity crop in Malaysia, providing numerous opportunities and societal benefits to rural communities while contributing significantly to the country’s economic growth (Parveez et al., 2023). In 2022 Malaysia’s total oil palm planted area was estimated at 5.67 million hectares, accounting for more than 60% of the country’s agricultural area (Parveez … Read more
Industrial cleaning chemicals are specialised chemicals used to clean and preserve many types of industrial equipment and facilities. They are intended to remove tenacious filth, grime, oil, and other contaminants from machinery, floors, walls, and other industrial surfaces. Industrial cleaning chemicals come in a variety of types, including detergents, degreasers, solvents, and acids. They are … Read more
Transformers are vital components of electrical power systems and the choice of insulating and cooling oil can have a significant impact on their performance, safety and environmental footprint. Palm-based transformer oil (Figure 1), a biodegradable dielectric fluid, has emerged as a promising alternative to conventional mineral oil for several compelling reasons. Firstly, palm-based transformer oil … Read more
Malaysia is among the top-most palm oil producers in the world.In 2022, the total oil palm planted area in Malaysia accounted for5.67 million hectares (Parveez et al., 2023). However, threats from bagworm outbreaks are one of the major problems faced by the oil palm plantation industry. According to a study, bagworms attack palm leaves and … Read more
The use of traditional petroleum based grease raises environmental and food safety concerns. On the other hand, there is a scarcity of local grease manufacturers in Malaysia, highlighting the necessity to transfer grease processing technology and reduce dependence on imported greases. According to a market study(Markets and Markets, 2022), the global grease market is growing … Read more
Oil palm fields require regular maintenance, and mechanical machines are one of the most effective practices for controlling weeds (Darras et al., 2019). By maintaining the weeds, the plantation can ensure maximum yield and the health of its crops in a sustainable manner (Azwan et al., 2017). A mechanical mower is a technology used to … Read more
Poor fruit set has been reported at specific sites by some oil palm plantations and is a growing concern, especially in peat areas. The malformed and parthenocarpic fruits, if severe, could eventually affect productivity especially oil yield.Insufficient pollen source due to the low numbers of male inflorescence (MI) and scant breeding sites for the pollinating … Read more