The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), the multi-stakeholder initiative that aims to promote the growth and use of sustainable palm oil, has entered a next phase in its drive to transform the market.

The RSPO released its brand new trademark for use in the market by its members on June 1. From now on, producers of household products such as cookies and chocolate will be able to clearly show their commitment to sustainable palm oil through the use of the trademark.

RSPO Secretary General Darrel Webber is convinced the trademark will stimulate all parties across the supply chain to step up their efforts.

"This is a milestone moment in the history of the RSPO and the palm oil industry at large. The trademark will soon make it possible for consumers to make a well-informed choice for products containing sustainable palm oil. This would boost global demand which is important in view of the remarkable growth in the production of certified sustainable palm oil by growers in Malaysia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, West Africa, South America, etc.

"This progress stamps RSPO's commitment and capacity towards its member organizations and the industry at large, not only in encouraging sustainable production of CSPO, but also bracing the marketplace on the demand side." Webber added.