The Sustainable Commodities Podcast

Welcome to a special FutureChain 2026 edition of the Sustainable Commodities - featuring six short interviews recorded live with expert panellists and delegates at the conference, which was held in London in April 2026. The interviews focus on strengthening ingredient supply chain resilience, taking a practical look at the challenges and opportunities within regenerative agriculture and raw materials risk. In This Episode Sébastien Roumegous (Biospheres): Sébastien shares his experiences implementing regenerative practices across 30 countries. He emphasises the psychological and financial transformations farmers face and the crucial need to rebuild farmer trust to make these systems profitable. Lindsey Crompton (RegenAgri): Lindsey discusses the global push for regenerative certification and supply chain traceability. She highlights the importance of matching supply with demand through brand engagement, and discusses RegenAgri’s work delivering regenerative projects, including a new partnership with Walmart. Richard Anscombe (xFarm Technologies): Richard talks about the challenges facing farmers, and explains how connecting fragmented farm data can drastically improve efficiency. His farm management system serves over 600,000 farmers globally, helping them manage input costs and accurately measure scope 3 emissions. Pedro de Liñán (Earthworm Foundation): Pedro provides a non-profit perspective on building scalable solutions for nature and people. He details corporate collaboration strategies aimed at preventing deforestation and fostering systemic change. Annie Leeson (Agricarbon): Annie dives into the exact science of carbon measurement, and why it’s so important. She advocates for direct, ground-level testing of soil organic carbon to ensure high-integrity data and combat greenwashing in carbon markets. Dr. Paul O'Hora (SoilWorx): Dr. O'Hora talks about fertiliser, and explores the critical transition away from fossil fuel-dependent farming as a solution for supply chain resilience. He discusses the benefits of organic fertilisers and the broader impact of adopting circular economic models in agriculture. If you enjoy these interviews from the conference, please be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share the episode with your network on LinkedIn. One Nine Nine

On this edition of The Sustainable Commodities Podcast, hosts Barnaby Patchett and Judith Murdoch are joined by Reza Azmi, Executive Director of Wild Asia. Wild Asia is a Malaysian social enterprise that takes a profoundly different approach to sustainable palm oil. Reza and his team work directly with independent smallholder farmers to build trust, improve soil health and prove that sustainable agriculture is not only possible but financially rewarding. In this episode, we discuss. The Reality of Certification: Why focusing solely on the 20% of palm oil that is currently certified ignores majority of the industry, and how the biggest impact can be made by supporting the remaining 80% of uncertified farmers. Spiral and WAGS: How the Wild Asia Group Scheme (WAGS) builds a vital, on-the-ground support network for farmers, while the 'Spiral' initiative acts as an 'Intel inside' model for mills, ensuring buyers can directly fund and source from regenerative smallholder projects. Bio-Farms and Soil Health: Why returning to a focus on soil biology, using artisanal ferments and natural processes instead of expensive synthetic inputs, is the key to resilient, high-yielding and profitable smallholder farms. The Buyer's Role: Why corporations need to rethink their approach to sustainable procurement, moving beyond compliance checks to actively supporting farmers through direct investment and long-term partnerships. If you want to understand what true grassroots sustainability looks like and how we can effectively support smallholders in the transition to regenerative agriculture, this is a must-listen! Links Reza Azmi Wild Asia One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

Welcome to the latest episode of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast! This week, hosts Barnaby Patchett and Judith Murdoch sit down with Alejandro Diaz, Landscape Finance Manager at Commonland. Commonland is an international NGO pioneering large-scale, long-term landscape restoration. Unlike traditional conservation efforts that focus solely on nature, Commonland treats landscapes as holistic systems where the environment, local communities, and businesses must thrive together. Alejandro takes us through the complex world of landscape finance and explains what it really takes to fund the transition to regenerative agriculture. In this episode, we unpack: The 4 Returns Framework: How Commonland measures success through four key metrics: Return of Inspiration, Social Returns, Natural Returns, and Financial Returns. Moving Beyond Short-Term Funding: Why standard three-year grants hold conservation back, and why restoring a landscape actually requires 20-year, flexible, and patient capital. De-risking Regenerative Agriculture: The massive financial and operational hurdles farmers face when changing their practices, and why they cannot be expected to shoulder that risk alone. The AlVelAl Success Story: A look at Commonland’s work in southeastern Spain, where a cooperative of over 600 farmers is regenerating a million hectares of almond and olive production using shared resources like machinery banks and premium pricing. Landscapes vs. Supply Chains: Why corporations and investors need to look beyond their narrow commodity supply chains and start investing in the broader resilience of the regions they source from. If you are interested in blended finance, regenerative agriculture, and how we can practically fund a more resilient food system, this is a must-listen. Links Commonland One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

Welcome to the latest episode of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast! This week, hosts Barnaby Patchett and Judith Murdoch sit down with a true palm oil industry heavyweight: Mark Wong, Head of Downstream Sustainability at SD Guthrie International (formerly Sime Darby). As the world's largest producer of certified sustainable palm oil, operating in over 90 countries, SD Guthrie is at the forefront of the industry's transformation. Mark takes us behind the curtain to explore the realities of driving sustainability at a massive global scale. In this episode, we unpack: The Evolution of Palm Oil Sustainability: From pioneering zero-burning replanting techniques in 1985 to the RSPO and beyond. Tackling Forced Labor Allegations How SD Guthrie responded to the 2020 US Customs and Border Protection Withhold Release Order by completely overhauling their labor practices, including reimbursing recruitment fees and improving worker dialogue. EUDR: Why data management and sharing are the biggest hurdles to compliance, and how the regulation's strict requirements risk excluding vulnerable smallholder farmers. The Traceability Challenge: The crucial difference between direct and indirect smallholders and why mapping the full supply chain is so incredibly complex. The Future of the Industry: Why we need to stop treating palm oil as a uniform commodity, and how regenerative agriculture and science-based targets will shape the next decade of production. If you work in forest-risk commodities or want to understand the reality of making palm oil sustainable, this is a must-listen. SD Guthrie International One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

Welcome to the first episode of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast for 2026! After a short break, hosts Barnaby Patchett and Judith Murdoch are back to tackle the pressing question facing businesses this year: What comes next? With the 2025 deforestation targets now in the rearview mirror, companies are under increasing pressure to demonstrate not just ambition, but tangible results. To help navigate this shifting landscape, we are joined by Dr. Jeff Milder, Director of the Accountability Framework Initiative (AFi). In this episode, Jeff walks us through the AFi’s recently published Operational Guidance on Commitments and Progress Pathways – a new roadmap for setting, achieving, and reporting on goals to eliminate deforestation, conversion, and human rights abuses in agricultural/forestry supply chains. We explore what new guidance means for your business and how it can help you at every step of the journey – from making high-level pledges to ongoing monitoring. Key topics discussed: The "Why Now": Understanding the new AFi guidance released in December and why it’s so useful for businesses in 2026. Commitments vs. Reality: How to set credible time-bound targets and what to do if you’ve missed them. Engagement vs. Exclusion: How to handle non-compliance in the supply chain—is it better to cut them loose or help them improve? The Regulatory Landscape: How the AFi framework aligns with and supports compliance for major regulations like the EUDR (EU Deforestation Regulation). Building Trust: Avoiding "greenwashing" and the danger of "greenhushing" by communicating your progress (and failures) transparently. Whether you are struggling with traceability, worried about compliance, or just trying to set your next set of sustainability goals, Dr. Milder explains how AFi can provide the practical roadmap you need. Useful Links: The Guidance - Operational Guidance: Commitments and Progress Pathways Accountability Framework initiative One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

In this special end-of-year edition of The Sustainable Commodities Podcast, hosts Barnaby Patchett and Judith Murdoch look back at a chaotic 2025 and look ahead to what’s next. Fresh from a two-week trip to Malaysia, Judith shares some on-the-ground insights from the RSPO RT and the Malaysian Palm Oil Council tour. The duo then tackles the defining topic of the year: the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). After another delay and further changes they dissect why the implementation has been a "dreadful" bureaucratic failure, risking the exclusion of smallholders while failing to solve the core problem of deforestation. Finally, they grade the year in sustainability (it’s not an 'A'!!) before looking ahead to 2026, moving away from doom and gloom to focus on solutions, soil health, and the potential of regenerative agriculture. One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

Has the myopic focus on traceability hamstrung EUDR? How can we integrate nature and biodiversity into corporate policies? Will regenerative agriculture be the bedrock of future corporate action? With us to answer these questions is Neil Judd, Co-founder of Proforest, a global not-for-profit working to advance the sustainable production and sourcing of forest-risk commodities including palm oil, soy, sugar, and timber. Neil shares insights from Proforest's 25-year journey, highlighting the industry's shift from minimal action to widespread recognition of the need for responsible sourcing. The discussion focuses on the complexities of sustainable supply chains, from the evolution of voluntary standards to the impact of new legislation like EUDR. Proforest One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

How do you make toothpaste more sustainable? Turns out there are some real challenges! In this episode, we’re talking about mint, palm oil and oleochemicals. Barnaby and Judith are joined by Ben Thornton Jones, former Director of Sustainable Supply at Haleon, the global consumer health company behind household brands like Aquafresh, Sensodyne, and Panadol. Ben offers a fascinating look into the complexities and innovative solutions required when sourcing sustainable ingredients for some of the world’s best known consumer health products – especially when it comes to tracing oleochemicals and derivatives! Links Ben Thornton-Jones Haleon One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

This week on the podcast, we’re talking deforestation, supply chain monitoring, the power and limitations of tech platforms and data, and why working in partnership with producers is the most effective way to drive positive change! To help us, we welcome Priscillia Moulin, Senior Advisor for Indonesian Environmental Non-Profit Earthqualizer Foundation, and Director of Strategy at MosaiX - a European based start-up helping organisations meet sustainability targets and navigate evolving legislation. Priscillia brings her decade of experience in NDPE (No deforestation, No peat, No exploitation) policy implementation in the palm oil sector – as we talk about how we can turn policy into practice, especially in light of legislation like EUDR. Along the way, we talk about the challenges and opportunities, the role of tech platforms, and the balance between activism and collaborative engagement with corporates when it comes to advancing sustainability.
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Is palm oil really in 50% of packaged supermarket products? No – according to a new report published this week! On this edition, it’s time for some serious mythbusting on this often repeated claim! We sit down with Emily Meijaard from Borneo Futures, a scientific consultancy based in Brunei. Emily is the lead author on a new report, Does Palm Oil Really Rule The Supermarket? We discuss the findings of the study, which examines the real prevalence of palm oil in supermarket products across various countries. Topics include the origins of the 50% figure, the surprising results from the analysis of product ingredient lists, the challenges with identifying oils found in oleochemicals (used in toiletries and homecare products), and the big gaps in ingredient transparency. Links Full Report - Does Palm Oil Really Rule the Supermarket Other Report - Exploring the future of vegetable oils Emily Meijaard Borneo Futures One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

A special mini-edition of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast, recorded live at the Regenerative Agriculture Summit Europe in September 2025. Host Barnaby Patchett sits down with Simon Kraemer, Executive Director of the European Alliance for Regenerative Agriculture (EARA), an independent farmer-led coordination, advocacy and collective action organisation. We cover the challenges, solutions and lessons we can learn in regenerative agriculture - including why a farmer-led approach is so important, how we can scale, the dangers of moralising and why policy makers need to shift their mindset if we’re going to drive successful change. Look out for the other interviews in this series and check for the special report episode on the conference, which is available now. Links EARA One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

A special mini-edition of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast, recorded live at the Regenerative Agriculture Summit Europe in September 2025. In this episode, Barnaby speaks with former Carbon Farmer of the Year Douglas Christie. Doug, a farmer for over 35 years, shares his journey, as well as the many challenges, opportunities, benefits and downsides of regenerative farming – covering finance, soil health, yields and barriers to adoption. This interview is part of a series of short conversations recorded with experts from across the supply chain during the event. Look out for the other interviews and check for the special report episode on the conference, which is available now. Links One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates Douglas Christie

The latest mini-episode of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast, recorded live at the Regenerative Agriculture Summit Europe! Barnaby Patchett sit down with Carlotta Costa, Director of ESG at Dimitra, to unpack why technology and data are so important to the Regenerative Agriculture movement. Why is data so fundamentally important? Are credit systems actually any good? Does delaying EUDR make sense? And most importantly… Is regenerative agriculture a hippie movement? Have a listen and find out! Links One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates Dimitra

From farm to finance – how do we make it easier for farmers to access the financial rewards they need and deserve for investing in climate-positive practices? Jen Godderidge, from ATMO explains in the latest mini edition of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast – recorded live at Regenerative Agriculture Summit 2025. Hear more about some of the challenges around farmers, finance and fragmented data – and how connecting farmers, solution providers and corporates/banks can help solve them. Links One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates ATMO Jen Godderidge

A special mini-edition of the podcast, recorded live at the Regenerative Agriculture Summit Europe 2025 with Robyn Cooper – Senior Manager, Regenerative Agriculture - CZ. We explore the Vive programme, as well as current challenges in scaling regenerative agriculture, and some solutions – with a focus on sugar. Look out for the other live interviews from the summit, and our special roundup episode – available now. Links Robyn Cooper One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates CZ Vive

A special edition of The Sustainable Commodities Podcast, and the first in a short series on The Regenerative Agriculture Summit Europe 2025, a conference held in Amsterdam, in September 2025. Barnaby provides a broad overview of the big themes of the conference and the current state of the regenerative agriculture space – covering finance, farmer-first approaches, scaling, harmonisation, collaboration, data, tech and much more! Look out for a series of short interviews with delegates and speakers recorded live at the conference over the coming weeks. Thanks to Kisaco Research for allowing us to record. Links Regenerative Agriculture Summit Europe 2025 Kisaco Research One Nine Nine Agency Murdoch Associates

What is the state of the palm oil industry in 2025? Why do we need to improve current palm oil sourcing practices? How can we transition our approach to ensure a better deal for smallholders? Today on the podcast, we’re talking about palm oil – and specifically, the 2025 Palm Oil Barometer, a new report from Solidaridad. To help us, we’re joined by Marieke Leegwater from Solidaridad. Marieke is a palm oil expert and sustainable policy development specialist. The Solidaridad Network is an international organization that supports the development of socially responsible, ecologically sound, and profitable supply chains. Links Palm Oil Barometer 2025 One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates Solidaridad

What are the practical steps to improve biodiversity on oil palm plantations? What does the life of a palm oil smallholder really look like? What do palm oil smallholders in Indonesia think about EUDR and certification? Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Thijs Pasmans, a sustainability consultant who focuses on tropical commodities like palm oil and cocoa. We talk with Thijs about palm oil, biodiversity and smallholders - and in particular, some of his recent reports and fieldwork out in Indonesia. Other topics covered include the value of RSPO credits, smallholder inclusion, EUDR and the future of sustainable palm oil. Links Thijs Pasmans One Nine Nine Agency Murdoch Associates IUCN Report - Visual guide to boosting biodiversity in palm oil landscapes | IUCN NL Intercropping resources Resources - SustainPalm Science Direct Article - Unpacking Indonesia’s independent oil palm smallholders: An actor-disaggregated approach to identifying environmental and social performance challenges - ScienceDirect

Has timber been forgotten in the EUDR conversation? How is wood and paper packaging treated under EUDR? How good are the FSC and PEFC as certification schemes? This week, we’re joined by David Coleman, Chief Product Officer at Interu - a digital platform from IOV42 that helps enable regulatory compliance for complex supply chains. David brings his extensive experience in traceability systems and compliance to talk timber, wood and paper – as we chat EUDR, packaging, verification and traceability. Links One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates IOV 42 Interu

How do we define regenerative agriculture, and how do we move beyond ambition to action? In this episode, we’re joined by Santiago Gowland, CEO of the Rainforest Alliance, about the upcoming launch of its new Regenerative Agriculture Certification Standard. Other topics covered include the challenges associated with defining Regenerative Agriculture, the past, present and future value of certification schemes, the challenges facing key forest risk commodities like cocoa, coffee and tea, and what the future looks like for Rainforest Alliance. One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates Rainforest Alliance Our Regenerative Agriculture Homepage What is Regenerative Agriculture? Case study: Mount Kenya Case study: Selva Maya 2024 Annual Report Sustainable Agriculture Standard

How do we protect savannah and grasslands from land conversion? Will Trump derail EUDR? How can we support and protect smallholders in global sustainability efforts? This episode, we're joined by Vivian Ribeiro, Head of Consulting & R&D at AgTech innovators Meridia. Topics include land conversion beyond deforestation, the crucial role of grasslands, the potential impact of tariffs and US politics on EUDR and worldwide sustainability efforts, the importance of smallholder inclusion and the role of data in ensuring responsible sourcing. Meridia One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

What does the future look like for sustainably sourced forest commodities? In this episode, we welcome Neha Simlai, Head of Market Development for the Asia Pacific region at the Forest Stewardship Council - FSC. The FSC is the world’s leading commodity certification schemes that promotes responsible management of the world’s forests through certification. Topics covered include challenges facing smallholders, the changing political climate, and how businesses, individuals and even KPOP bands are embracing certification and the FSC’s mission to ensure Forests for All, Forever. Please note, this podcast was recorded in January 2025, shortly after US President Trump's inauguration - and before the announcement on US tariffs in April 2025. Newer information on the number of FSC certificates, FSC FM area growth and FSC’s EUDR related tools may have since developed. FSC One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

What is the Co-op doing around sustainable sourcing? Our first guest from a major retailer - Alistair Pattrick, sustainable sourcing manager at the Co-op, joins the podcast. We talk sustainability challenges, supply chain risks, deforestation, traceability, EUDR and what suppliers need to do in terms of sustainability if they want to work with the Co-op! Links Co-op One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

Can beef be sustainable? Find out in the latest episode of The Sustainable Commodities Podcast, with special guest Ruaraidh Petre, Executive Director of the Global Roundtable For Sustainable Beef Topics covered include sustainability issues and animal welfare in beef farming and how to improve them, the scalability of regenerative beef, consumer trends in beef consumption, misconceptions, sustainability legislation and much more! Ruaraidh also gives his opinion on recent cow controversies, like the media frenzy around ARLA and the Bovaer feed additive and the culling of cattle to meet carbon targets. Links Global Roundtable For Sustainable Beef [One Nine Nine](oneninenine.agency) Murdoch Associates

In this episode, Barnaby and Judith are talking about nuts! Our guest today is Dan Binks, the Managing Director of Liberation Foods - the UK’s only Fairtrade, Farmer Owned nut company. Topics covered include sustainability challenges facing the nut industry, smallholder inclusion, biodiversity and the value of certification systems like Fairtrade. Links Liberation Foods One Nine Nine Agency Murdoch Associates

A special 2024 roundup episode, where Barnaby and Judith talk about the biggest themes in sustainable commodities over the last 12 months, before looking ahead to 2025. Topics covered include honest thoughts on the EUDR saga and the delay, talk about the challenges, opportunities and themes in sustainability for 2025, and news on big plans for the podcast over the next year. One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates Sustainable Commodities Podcast on LinkedIn

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 MapHubs WRI Indonesia Proforest Koltiva One Nine Nine Murdoch Associates

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 One Nine Nine Agency Murdoch Associates IUCN

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 Murdoch Associates Orbify

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/

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 - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry. Judith 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. 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/ One Nine Nine - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry. Judith 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. 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 KTC Edibles One Nine Nine - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry. Judith 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. 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/ One Nine Nine - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry. Judith 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? Find out in the latest episode of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast. Contact Details One Nine Nine - marketing, PR and design for sustainability, manufacturers and the food industry. Judith Murdoch Associates - sustainability experts specialising in sustainable palm oil and other forest risk commodities. Roundtable 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. Co-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.

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. The podcast is a joint venture between sustainability marketing agency One Nine Nine and sustainable palm oil experts Judith Murdoch Associates.