Episodes

  • RSPO RT2024 Special – Chester Zoo, World Resources Institute, Proforest and more!

    RSPO RT2024 Special – Chester Zoo, World Resources Institute, Proforest and more!
    Nov 21 2024
    This special solo episode features short conversations recorded with delegates at RT2024 – the flagship event of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), which was held in Bangkok, Thailand in November 2024. Guests include Cat Barton from Chester Zoo, Leo Bottrill from MapHubs, Shofia Saleh from World Resources Institute (WRI) Indonesia, Taufiq Alimi from Proforest and Luca Fischer from Koltiva. We talk about the conference, the state of the palm oil industry, supply chain traceability, the plight of smallholders in Southeast Asia and of course, the potential impact of EUDR. Please note that conversations were recorded just before the vote on EUDR – join us next time for our analysis on the delays to the legislation! Chester Zoo’s Sustainable Palm Oil Campaign (https://www.chesterzoo.org/conservation-science-education/global-conservation-programmes/conservation-campaigns/sustainable-palm-oil) MapHubs (https://www.maphubs.com/) WRI Indonesia (https://www.wri.org/asia/wri-indonesia) Proforest (https://www.proforest.net/) Koltiva (https://www.koltiva.com/) One Nine Nine (https://www.oneninenine.agency/) Murdoch Associates (https://www.murdochassociates.com/)
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    45 mins
  • Professor Erik Meijaard

    Professor Erik Meijaard
    Oct 17 2024
    Professor Erik Meijaard joins us for a very special episode of the show! In 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. The 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. We 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! Topics 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. Links IUCN Report – Exploring the Future of Vegetable Oils (https://portals.iucn.org/library/sites/library/files/documents/2024-010-En.pdf) One Nine Nine Agency (https://www.oneninenine.agency/) Murdoch Associates (https://www.murdochassociates.com/) IUCN (https://iucn.org/)
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    36 mins
  • Satellite Data, Deforestation & EUDR

    Satellite Data, Deforestation & EUDR
    Sep 25 2024
    Judith and Barnaby are joined by Olya Grovel, Chief Growth Officer at Orbify – a Satellite Data Platform for Nature Conservation and Anti Deforestation Compliance. The episode focuses on deforestation, satellite monitoring and of course, the looming EUDR legislation! How do companies navigate the complexities of anti-deforestation compliance? Why is satellite data so essential in preventing deforestation? What will the impact of EUDR be? Where 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. Links One Nine Nine Agency (https://www.oneninenine.agency/) Murdoch Associates (https://www.murdochassociates.com/) Orbify (https://orbify.com/)
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    35 mins
  • Transparency and Deforestation Free Supply Chains

    Transparency and Deforestation Free Supply Chains
    Jul 27 2024
    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!”. The 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. The 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. *Links * Accountability Framework Initiative - https://accountability-framework.org/ Report: Time for Transparency: Deforestation and Conversion-free Supply Chains - https://accountability-framework.org/resources/time-for-transparency-deforestation-and-conversion-free-supply-chains/ Rainforest Alliance - https://www.rainforest-alliance.org/ One Nine Nine Agency - https://www.oneninenine.agency/ Murdoch Associates - https://www.murdochassociates.com/
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    27 mins
  • Deforestation, Sustainability and Orangutans

    Deforestation, Sustainability and Orangutans
    Jun 24 2024
    On this episode, Judith and Barnaby are joined by Michelle Desilets, Founder and Executive Director of Orangutan Land Trust. Michelle 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. Topics 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. Orangutan 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. Additional information about Orangutan Land Trust can be found at https://www.orangutanlandtrust.com/ One Nine Nine (https://www.oneninenine.agency/) - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry. Judith Murdoch Associates (https://www.murdochassociates.com) - sustainability experts specialising in sustainable palm oil and other forest risk commodities.
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    45 mins
  • Dairy Cows, Animal Feed and Sustainability

    Dairy Cows, Animal Feed and Sustainability
    May 9 2024
    This week, Judith and Barnaby are joined by animal feed and livestock farming expert, Rob Daykin, from Daykin Partnership. Topics 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. With 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. Additional information about Daykin Partnership can be found at https://www.daykinpartnership.co.uk/ (https://www.daykinpartnership.co.uk/) One Nine Nine (https://www.oneninenine.agency/) - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry. Judith Murdoch Associates (https://www.murdochassociates.com) - sustainability experts specialising in sustainable palm oil and other forest risk commodities.
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    34 mins
  • Edible Oils, Sustainability and Deforestation Legislation

    Edible Oils, Sustainability and Deforestation Legislation
    May 8 2024
    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. From 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. Expect discussions on palm oil, soya oil and rapeseed oil, as well as further insights into EUDR and UKDD. NEODA (https://www.neoda.org.uk/) KTC Edibles (https://www.ktcoilsandfats.co.uk/) One Nine Nine (https://www.oneninenine.agency/) - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry. Judith Murdoch Associates (https://www.murdochassociates.com) - sustainability experts specialising in sustainable palm oil and other forest risk commodities.
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    30 mins
  • Manuel Davila - Managing Director of Daabon Europe and UK

    Manuel Davila - Managing Director of Daabon Europe and UK
    Apr 24 2024
    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. The 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. Additional information about DAABON UK can be found at: https://www.daabonuk.com/ (https://www.daabonuk.com/) One Nine Nine (https://www.oneninenine.agency/) - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry. Judith Murdoch Associates (https://www.murdochassociates.com) - sustainability experts specialising in sustainable palm oil and other forest risk commodities.
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    37 mins