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Pangasinan to Supply Salt Fertilizer to Pampanga, Aurora Provinces for PCA Fertilization Program


The Pangasinan Salt Center is set to supply 6,940 bags of 50-kilo agricultural grade salt fertilizer in the provinces of Pampanga and Aurora

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President Marcos Orders PCA to Craft Development and Rehabilitation Plan for the Coconut Industry

President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. has directed the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) to craft concrete plan for the development and rehabilitation of the coconut industry

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DOST, DLSU Partner on VCO Study

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) through the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD)

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5,000 Dwarf Coconut Seedlings Distributed in Quezon Town

The local government unit (LGU) in collaboration with the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) distributed some 5,000 dwarf seedlings of coconut in Quezon town

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DOST Trains Villagers in Bicol on Improved Vinegar Production

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in Bicol through its Catanduanes provincial office has conducted technology assistance training for vinegar production in Bagamanoc town, the Philippine News Agency reported on August 15

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Pinoy Pandesal Enriched with Coco Flour Launched

A new variant of pandesal was launched on Wednesday, June 29 to address the rising cost of wheat flour.

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‘Nata de Coco’ Wound Dressing is Grand Prize Winner at Good Design Award

CocoPatch, a natural wound dressing made of coco cellulose, designed by Filipino nurse Denver Chicano was given the Malasakit Award or the Grand Prix, of the Good Design Award (GDA)

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FNRI, Philbaking to Launch Coco Pandesal this Month

(DOST’s) push for wheat alternatives, its attached agency, the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) and other partners will launch the coco pandesal this month of June

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Second DOST-FNRI Clinical Study Confirms VCO Promotes Faster Recovery from Mild to Moderate Covid-19 Positive Patients

According to two clinical trials conducted by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), virgin coconut oil (VCO), whether mixed with meals or directly consumed, can help hasten recovery from symptoms and infection among Covid-19 patients.

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PCA Pushes Higher CME Biofuel Content in Biodiesel Fuel Blend

The Department of Agriculture (DA), through the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA), is pushing for the increase in coco methyl ester (CME) 

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Energy Department Wants More Studies on Raising Biodiesel Blend

The Department of Energy is still waiting for more studies before implementing the long-delayed increase in coco methyl ester (CME)

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Philippines Retains Preferential Tariff Status Under EAEU

The Philippines continues to enjoy lower tariffs when exporting certain products to member states of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU)

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Agriculture Secretary Dar Lauds Newly Forged Philippine-South Korea FTA

Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary William Dar has expressed gratitude to the South Korean government for the newly forged free trade agreement (FTA) with the Philippines.

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Philippine Export of Coconut Products Down in February

Official figures from the Philippine Statistics Authority show export of coconut products in February by the Philippines totaled 116,653 MT in copra terms

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Destinations of Coconut Oil Export in February

Bulk of coconut oil export during the month

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...Of Copra Meal - February

Export of copra meal in February at 25,724 MT generated USD5.586 million

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...Of Desiccated Coconut - February

Shipment of desiccated coconut in February at 11,976 MT turned in USD26.333 million

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...Of Coco Shell Products - February

External trade of coconut shell charcoal in February amounted to 6,229 MT worth USD4.034 million

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VCO Plant to Rise in Agusan Norte Town

A PHP17 million virgin coconut oil (VCO) processing plant that is set to rise in Jabonga town in Agusan del Norte

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Beverage Products Blends with Coconut Water, MCT Oil to Launch in May

Beverage Daily’s New Beverage Products Hitting the Shelves in May Across the Globe included blends containing coconut water as well as MCT oil

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China Guidelines to Reduce Corn and Soybean Meal in Poultry Feed Formulations

China has issued guidelines recommending a reduction of corn and soymeal in poultry and pig feed

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Stricter GMO Governance Expected in South Korea

Food and beverage firms have been warned that South Korea is expected to further tighten its governance on genetically-modified (GM) 

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Philippines Eyes Spearheading International Trials on VCO vs. Covid-19

The Philippines is eyeing to spearhead the international ‘solidarity trials’ for virgin coconut oil (VCO)

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Philippine Coconut Authority Advice to Growing VCO Users

A recent study showed that virgin coconut oil (VCO) mixed with meals could reduce COVID-19 symptoms

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Century Pacific Expands Deal with Vita Coco

Century Pacific Food, Inc. (CNPF), one of the country’s leading food companies

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Croda Signs Five-Year Contract with Pfizer to Supply High-Purity Lipids for Covid-19 Vaccine

Croda International Plc (“Croda” or “the Group”), the specialty chemical company that uses smart science to create high performance ingredients

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Covid-19 Restaurant Shutdowns Affected Biofuel Feedstock Supply

Oil refiners are facing a drop in used fats for use as feedstock in biofuels due to restaurant closures during COVID-19 lockdowns,

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Canadian Scientists Develop Eco-Friendly Replacement for Palm Oil

Two Canadian food scientists have created a replacement for palm oil, reports the Good News Network

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New Technology Improves Olive Oil Quality

Italian scientists have found that under certain conditions the polyphenol content of the extra virgin olive oil can be increased up to 48 percent

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Philippine Export of Coconut Products Down in October

Philippine export of coconut products in October totaled
164,580 MT in copra terms based on UCAP estimates

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New Beverage Launches in November

Beverage Daily released on November 17 its list of “new beverage products hitting the shelves around the globe” 

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High Edible Oil Prices Boost Copra Prices in Kerala

Copra prices in Kerala and Tamil Nadu have shot up

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Growth in Chinese Palm Oil Consumption Projected Next Year

Data from the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) has revealed that China imported an additional 438,747 MT 

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Indonesia’s Palm Oil Exports Increased 3% in September

Indonesia’s exports of crude palm oil (CPO) and its derivatives rose three percent to 2.76 million tons

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India’s Vegetable Oil Imports Down 13% in 2019/2020 Oil Year

India’s vegetable oil imports fell 13% in the oil year to October

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Philippine Export of Coconut Products Down in December

UCAP preliminary data show Philippine export of coconut products totaled 127,049 MT

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DA to Provide Aid to Farmers Affected by Taal Volcano Eruption

The government has awarded an initial P2.708 million worth of assistance to farmers and fisherfolk in three Batangas towns of Talisay

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Coconut Water Market in the US to Grow by USD2.19 Billion in the Next Five Years

The coconut water market in the US is poised to grow by USD 2.19 billion during 2020-2024

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US Import of Lauric Oils Up in November 2019

Data from Oil World show the US imported 62,400 MT of lauric oils in November

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China to Import More Palm Oil

China is increasingly importing more palm oil, meat and seafood due to the impact of African swine fever (ASF) outbreak

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Indonesia to Increase Imports from India

Indonesia has agreed to immediately increase imports of Indian buffalo meat, sugar and auto parts after India boosted purchases of Indonesian palm oil

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Soybean Oil Alters Genes in the Brain - Study

Used for fast food frying, added to packaged foods, and fed to livestock, soybean oil is by far the most widely produced

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Western Diet Linked to Vision Loss - Study

A new study which spanned 18 years investigated dietary patterns and the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD)

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South Korean Firm Explores Biodiesel Use in Low-Sulphur Fuel

South Korea’s SK Chemicals has started tests on blending its biodiesel with petroleum-based fuels

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EU Still Largest Biodiesel Producer

Germany’s Union for the Promotion of Oil and Proteins Plants (UFOP) on December 16 said biodiesel production in the EU has increased for another year

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...The 21st Annual UCAP Golf Tournament Slated

This year’s 21st edition of the UCAP annual golf tournament is taking place on February 26, 2020,Wednesday at the Ayala Greenfield Golf & Leisure Club

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Performance of Philippine Top Non-Traditional Coco Products Exports in September

Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority show 15 non-traditional coconut products generated export revenue

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Coconut Oil Project Helps Boost Income of Certified Farmers

The combined expertise of US agribusiness giant Cargill, German chemicals company BASF and global consumer goods firm Procter & Gamble (P&G)

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Shell Foundation Sets Up Hubs for Coconut Products in Quezon

PILIPINAS Shell Petroleum Corp.’s social investment arm Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc. (PSFI) 

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Malaysia Raises Export Tax on Crude Palm Oil

Malaysia has raised its export tax on crude palm oil for January

 

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Indonesia Eyes B40 Biofuel Blend Between 2021 and 2022

Indonesia, the world’s largest palm oil producer, plans to implement a biodiesel program with 40% bio-content (B40)

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Brazil to Increase Biodiesel Blend

Brazil is set to increase biodiesel blending to 12% of diesel fuel mix consumption (B12) in March 2020

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Bunge Launches Sustainable, Non-Hydrogenated Shea-Based Margarine

US vegetable oils and fats producer Bunge Loders Croklaan (BLC) has launched its new 100% sustainable

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Happy Holidays

The UCAP Weekly Bulletin staff will have a Christmas holiday break and so this issue will be the last for this year.

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Performance of Philippine Top Non-Traditional Coco Products Exports in June

Philippine Statistics Authority show 13 non-traditional coconut products generated export revenue of more than USD100,000 in June

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US Import of Lauric Oils Up in July

Data from Oil World show the US imported 89,200 MT of lauric oils in July this year

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Canada to Challenge China at WTO on Refusal of Canola Shipments

Canada has taken initial steps on the global stage to challenge China’s refusal to accept canola shipments from the country

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Malaysia-Indonesia to Form Parliamentary Caucus Committee on Palm Oil

A parliamentary caucus committee is expected to be formed between members of parliament of Malaysia

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India’s Edible Oil Industry Shaken on News of Oil for Sugar Deal with Indonesia

India’s edible oil industry was shaken after reports said that the government has accepted a proposal to lower the import duty 

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Novel Technology to Transform Liquid Oils into Solid Fats Developed

Barcelona-based start-up Cubiq Foods has developed a mechanical process it claims can convert liquid oils

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Philippine Coconuts Showcased in 1st “Taste the Philippines DC Filipino Food Festival”

Office of the Agriculture Attaché, showcased the best of Philippine coconut products in the first-ever Taste the Philippines DC Filipino Food Festival

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Kerala Call to Support Coconut Farmers

Coconut Development Board (CDB) chairperson Usha Rani has said that coconut farmers facing difficulties due to price fluctuations in the market should be supported for better utilisation

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Indian FDA Warns About the Dangers of Adulterated Edible Oils

The Tamil Nadu Food Safety and Drug Administration Department has warned the Indian public about the continued dangers of adulterated edible oil

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Swiss Cosmetics Firm Boosts Supplements Range with ‘Natural Brain Enhancer’ from MCT

Swiss cosmetics firm Mibelle AG Biochemistry is continuing its expansion into the supplements space with a ‘natural brain enhancer’

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U.S. Import of Lauric Oils Up in April

Data from Oil World show the U.S. imported 75,700 MT of lauric oils in April this year, sharply increasing by 20.7% from April year-ago at 62,700 MT.

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China to Expand Soybean Planting

China’s major soybean growing areas are expected to expand their plantings by 10% this year

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BASF, The Estée Lauder Companies, RSPO to Partner with Solidaridad on Sustainability Project for Palm Derivatives

German chemical company BASF, personal care manufacturer The Estée Lauder Companies and the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO)  

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Total Set to Start Up La Mede Biorefinery

French oil giant Total is set to start up its 500,000 MT/year La Mede biorefinery in Southern France after several delays and controversy over its use of imported palm oil

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Philippine Export of Coconut Products Up in March

Based from UCAP estimates, export of coconut products in March slightly increased from same month year-ago.

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Indonesia’s PT Mayora Buys Desiccated Coconut from the Philippines

PT Mayora of Indonesia has started the importation of desiccated coconut from Philippines in fulfillment of a recently signed memorandum of understanding (MOU) 

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Coconut Oil Consumption Can Help Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease in adults is known to be the most common cause of dementia

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Strong Global Growth Seen for Coconut-Based Products

The market for coconut-based beverages and other products will continue growing steadily

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EU Sets Legal Limit for Trans Fats

The European Commission adopted on April 24, 2019 a regulation that sets a 2% legal limit to the amount of trans fats in processed foods

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Indonesians to be Affected by EU Palm Oil Policy

The European Union’s (EU) plan to prohibit crude palm oil (CPO) as a raw material for biofuel will affect about 16 million people

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Cargill Launches Digital Platform for a Streamlined Ordering Process

Cargill is launching a digital platform that will allow customers 24-hour access to key product and safety information

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Malaysia Sends Palm Oil Economic Mission to Saudi Arabia

Malaysia conducted a five-day Palm Oil Economic Mission to Saudi Arabia starting on April 22 to discuss the commodity issue

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Philippines Exceeds Sales Goal at Japan FOODEX

Philippine firms generated $45.5 million from its participation at Japan’s premiere food trade show, the International Food and Beverage Exhibition or FOODEX

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UK Assures Commitment Under GSP+ to Philippines Exporters Post Brexit

The Philippines has secured the commitment of the British government to allow exporters to continue enjoying similar trade preferences

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Performance of Philippine Top Non-Traditional Coco Products Export in January

Philippine Statistics Authority show increased number of non-traditional coconut products export in January

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Barry Callebaut Backs Efforts to Make Coconut More Sustainable

Giant cocoa producer, Barry Callebaut, commits to including coconut a 100% sustainable ingredient by 2025

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Guangzhou Firm Introduces Coconut Plant-Based Protein Beverage

Guangzhou supplier Topwell Coconut is seeking a breakthrough in the sports nutrition market with its 100% coconut plant-based

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Philippine Export of Coconut Products Up Sharply in December 2018

Official data from the Philippine Statistics Authority revealed Philippine export of coconut products leaped 43.6% in December

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Destinations of Coconut Oil Export in December

Export of coconut oil in December consisted of 74,094 MT

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...Of Copra Meal

Export of copra meal in December which totaled 22,807 MT generated USD3.805 million

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...Of Desiccated Coconut

Shipment of desiccated coconut at 11,210 MT in December was worth USD21.750 million

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...Of Coco Shell Products

External trade of coco shell charcoal in December was 3,644 MT with turnover of USD2.095 million

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Sri Lanka Desiccated Coconut Export Up in November 2018

Figures from Sri Lanka’s Coconut Development Authority show the country’s export of desiccated coconut sharply increased in November 2018

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...Virgin Coconut Oil Export Down in January-November 2018

Figures from Sri Lanka’s Coconut Development Authority also show the country’s export of virgin coconut oil was 11,073 MT

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U.S. Import of Lauric Oils Down in November 2018

Data from Oil World show the U.S. imported 43,900 MT of lauric oils in November, almost half of November year-ago at 91,200 MT

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Taja Coconut Introduces New Bottled Coconut Water in the Market

Taja Coconut announced last month the launch of its non-GMO and sugar-free bottled coconut water brand

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German, French Farmers Destroy GMO Contaminated Rapeseed Crops

French and German farmers have been forced to dig up thousands of hectares of rapeseed fields

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Finnish Transportation Fuel to be 30% Biofuel by 2030

The Parliament of Finland voted on February 6 in favour of a law requiring transportation fuel to be comprised of 30%

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Coco Levy Bill Vetoed on Lack of Safeguards

The coconut levy bill presented for signing by President Rodrigo Duterte last January was vetoed

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Philippine Export of Coconut Products Up in October 2018

Official data from the Philippine Statistics Authority show Philippine export of coconut products in October 2018 increased 16.6%

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Destinations of Coconut Oil Export in October 2018

Export of coconut oil in October consisted to 52,458 MT crude coconut oil, 23,926 MT cochin (refined, bleached) oil

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...Of Copra Meal

Shipment of copra meal which totaled 51,973 MT turned in USD9.374 million

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...Of Desiccated Coconut

External trade of desiccated coconut in October at 14,057 MT generated USD29.317 million.

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...Of Coco Shell Products

International sales of coconut shell charcoal in October was 5,447 MT valued at USD3.039 million.

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Sri Lanka Desiccated Coconut Export Up in October 2018

Figures from Sri Lanka’s Coconut Development Authority showed the country’s export of desiccated coconut increased in October 2018. 

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Sri Lanka Virgin Coconut Oil Export Down in January-October 2018

Figures from Sri Lanka’s Coconut Development Authority also showed the country’s export of virgin coconut oil

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New Vegan Coconut MCT Oil Powder to be Launched at Expo West this March

Innobio®, a leading manufacturer of functional nutrtitional ingredients, has announced the launch of a new vegan coconut MCT Oil Powder

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Europe to Buy More U.S. Soy

After doubling its purchases of U.S. soybeans this season, the European Union has signaled that it was ready to buy even more from America.

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Richardson to Acquire Conagra’s Wesson Cooking Oil

Canadian agribusiness firm Richardson International announced last month that it had agreed to buy Wesson, Conagra’s U.S

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Philippine Export of Coconut Products Up in November

For the third straight month this November, export of coconut products posted year-on-year growth.  According to UCAP preliminary data

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Performance of Philippine Top Non-Traditional Coco Products Exports in September

Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority show 14 non-traditional coconut products generated export revenue of more than USD100,000 

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D&L Premium Foods Gets PEZA Incentives

D&L Industries Inc. said its unit D&L Premium Foods Corp. (DLPF) has received from the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA)

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Sri Lanka Export of Desiccated Coconut Down in September

Figures from Sri Lanka’s Coconut Development Authority show the country’s export of desiccated coconut dropped by 18.9% to 2,359 MT

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Malaysian Firms Urged to Stop Importing Crude Palm Oil

The government has urged Malaysian palm oil companies to immediately stop importing crude palm oil from abroad and use local palm oil instead

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Beverage Top Predictions for 2019

Imbibe, an industry-leading beverage development company announced early this month the company’s beverage trend predictions for 2019.

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UWB Last Issue for 2018

This issue of the UCAP Weekly Bulletin will be the last for this year

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Philippine Export of Coconut Products Down in August

Philippine Statistics Authority show the Philippines exported in August 144,277 MT of coconut products measured in copra terms.

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Destinations of Coconut Oil Export in August

Export of coconut oil in August consisted of 51,734 MT crude coconut oil, 16,769 MT cochin (refined, bleached) oil, and 3,857 MT RBD (refined, bleached and deodorized) or fully refined oil.

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...Of Copra Meal

Export of copra meal in August at 30,921 MT generated USD5.143 million.

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...Of Desiccated Coconut

Shipment of desiccated coconut in August was 16,314 MT worth USD35.778 million.

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...Of Coco Shell Products

Export of coconut shell charcoal in August at 4,185 MT turned in USD2.513 million.

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Sri Lanka Virgin Coconut Oil Export Down in First Eight Months

Sri Lanka’s Coconut Development Authority show the country’s export of virgin coconut oil was down by 19.9% to 7,747 MT

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Ghee Easy is Fast Rising Brand of Ghee

Dutch start-up Ghee Easy has seen its year-on-year growth double in the past few years

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Norway to Legislate Biofuels Blending for Aviation Fuel

The Norwegian government has announced that airlines operating in Norway must blend 0.5% advanced biofuel

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Rapeseed Biodiesel Prices Surge to Near Four-Year High

Rapeseed methyl ester (RME) biodiesel prices in Northwest Europe neared a four-and a-half year high at the start of October

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Indonesia Sustainable Palm Oil Certificate Gaining Recognition in Europe

The Antara news reported the Indonesia Sustainable Palm Oil (ISPO) certificate began to gain recognition

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Pepsico LATAM ‘On Track’ with 2025 Goal to Reduce Saturated Fat, Sodium and Added Sugar

PepsiCo Latin America is on track to achieve its 2025 global nutrition goals to reduce sodium

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Destinations of Coconut Oil Export in February

Export of coconut oil in February consisted largely of cochin (refined, bleach) oil at 22,237 MT

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...Of Copra Meal

Outbound load of copra meal at 28,348 MT generated USD4.907 million in February. Market has expanded and now included Europe

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...Of Desiccated Coconut

Delivery of desiccated coconut in February totaled 6,251 MT and was valued USD13.873 million.

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...Of Coco Shell Products

Coconut shell charcoal export in February at 4,556 MT turned in USD2.620 million

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Limit Trans-Fats and Saturated Fats to Reduce Heart Disease Risk - WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a public consultation on draft guidelines for intake of saturated fats and trans-fats.

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Sri Lanka Desiccated Coconut Export Down in January this Year

Figures from Sri Lanka’s Coconut Development Authority show the country’s export of desiccated coconut was sharply down in January this year. 

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...Virgin Coconut Oil Export Likewise Down

Figures from Sri Lanka’s Coconut Development Authority also show the country’s export of virgin coconut oil was 872 MT

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Indonesian President Launches Oil Palm Replanting Program in Riau

President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) launched an oil palm replanting program in Rokan Hilir district

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Coconut Coalition of the Americas Elects Officers

The Coconut Coalition of the Americas (CCA) recently elected its officers last week at a gathering in Anaheim, California

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Philippine Export of Coconut Products Down in December 2017

Official data from the Philippine Statistics Authority show the Philippines exported in December last year 119,607 MT of coconut products

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Destinations of Coconut Oil Export in December 2017

Export of coconut oil in December consisted of 39,434 MT crude coconut oil, 23,629 MT

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...Of Copra Meal

Shipment of copra meal in December at 32,324 MT turned in USD4.493 million

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...Desiccated Coconut

Deliveries of desiccated coconut in December totaled 6,444 MT and valued USD15.026 million

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...Of Coco Shell Products

Outbound load of coco shell charcoal in December totaled 3,524 MT with earnings at USD2.194 million

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EFTA to Benefit Philippine Agriculture, Industries

The Philippine-European Free Trade Association Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

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Nooma is New Player in Sports Drinks Category

NOOMA is one of a new wave of sports drinks in the US boasting cleaner labels and less sugar

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Import Taxes, Soybean Output to Affect CPO Prices

Palm oil Analytics Owner and Co-founder, Dr. Sathia Varga said India’s import tax hike was fourth in less than six months

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Spanish Food Industry Campaigns Against Saturated Fat, Salt and Sugar

More than 500 Spanish food and consumer goods companies have pledged to reduce the saturated fat

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Pres. Jokowi ‘Strongly Protests’ EU Stance on Palm Oil

Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo has sent a letter to the European Union President and the European Parliament to convey his “strong protest”

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Indonesian Government to go Ahead with Locomotive Biodiesel Plans

The government will decide whether to resume the 20 percent biodiesel blend (B20) policy for the locomotive sector by the end of June

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Franklin Baker to Develop New Specialty Coco Products

Franklin Baker Company of the Philippines, a pioneer desiccated coconut manufacturer in the country is looking to develop new specialty products

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PCA to Distribute 20 Million Coconut Seedling

Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) administrator Romulo J. Dela Rosa said the agency is eyeing to distribute 20 million coconut seedlings

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PERFORMANCE OF PH’S TOP NON-TRADITIONAL COCO PRODUCTS EXPORT IN JULY

Official data from the Philippine Statistics Authority show over a dozen non-traditional coconut products generated revenue of more than USD100,000

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GENE TECHNOLOGY REGULATOR EXAMINES OMEGA-3 GENETICALLY MODIFIED CANOLA

The first genetically modified canola with health benefits is being scrutinised by the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR)

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EU TO PHASE OUT PALM BIODIESEL BY 2021 AND VEGOIL-BASED BIODIESEL BY 2030

The European Union has decided to phase out support for vegetable oil-based biodiesel by 2030

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US COMMERCE DEPARTMENT MAKES FINAL DECISION ON BIODIESEL IMPORTS FROM ARGENTINA AND INDONESIA

The US Department of Commerce (DoC) has made an affirmative final determination in the ongoing countervailing duty (CVD)

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GRANEX CELEBRATES 43 YEARS OF PRODUCING PREMIUM COCONUT OIL

Granexport Manufacturing Corporation (Granex), the biggest copra milling facility in the world celebrated its 43rd anniversary

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US IMPORT OF LAURIC OILS DOWN IN JUNE

Data from Oil World show the US imported 49,900 MT of lauric oils in June, down by 18.6% from June year-ago at 62,500 MT

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COCAVO ORGANIC OIL PRODUCTS A HIT IN UNITED STATES

Cocavo’s coconut and avocado oil products are getting noticed in New Zealand and proving a hit in the US

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HEALTH AWARENESS SET TO DRIVE THE GROWTH OF EDIBLE OILS

A new market research report says increasing health consciousness among consumers and producers’ focus on research and development (R&D)

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FDA GRANTS GRAS STATUS ON CARGILL’S CANOLA LECITHIN

The FDA has issued a GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) letter of no objection for Cargill’s canola lecithin for use in a variety of foods.

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BUNGE ACQUIRES MAJORITY STAKE IN LODER CROKLAAN

US agribusiness major Bunge aims to gain a bigger footprint in Southeast Asia with its acquisiton of a majority stake in Malaysian

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ARLA TO EXPAND BUTTER SALES TO GHANA

Danish food giant Arla Foods is expanding to sub-Saharan Africa with the establishment of a new subsidiary in Ghana

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CANADIAN FIRM TO INVEST IN SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUTIONS FOR NON-GM AND ORGANIC FOOD INGREDIENTS

Canadian agri supply chain developer Pipeline Foods has launched its global operations aimed at building sustainable

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PHILIPPINE EXPORT OF COCONUT PRODUCTS UP SHARPLY IN MAY

Official data from the Philippine Statistics Authority show Philippine export of coconut products in May leaped 72.6% to 111,291 MT in copra terms

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DESTINATIONS OF COCONUT OIL EXPORT IN MAY

Export of coconut oil in May at 57,160 MT consisted of 39,254 MT crude coconut oil, 15,332 MT cochin (refined, bleached) oil, and 2,574 MT RBD (refined, bleached and deodorized) oil

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...OF COPRA AND COPRA MEAL

Export of copra in May at 16 MT worth USD14,307 went exclusively to South Korea.

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...OF DESICCATED COCONUT

Overseas trade of desiccated coconut in May at 9,029 MT turned in USD21.181 million.

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...OF COCO SHELL PRODUCTS

Shipment of coconut shell charcoal in May was 3,343 MT with proceeds of USD1.883 million

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PHILIPPINE COCONUT AUTHORITY TO GET P1.4 BILLION BUDGET FOR NEXT YEAR

The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) will get P1.4 billion allocation for 2018, the same budget level in the current year

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MALAYSIA REITERATES COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABLE PALM OIL INDUSTRY

Malaysia has reiterated its commitment to practise the 3-P pillars of sustainable palm oil industry

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PALM OIL-FREE CERTIFICATION SCHEME LAUNCHED

A new certification programme, the International Palm Oil Free Certification Accreditation Programme (POFCAP)

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US FDA OKAYS FOOD FIRMS TO LINK SOYBEAN OIL WITH REDUCED CVD RISK

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has allowed food manufacturers

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FISH OIL CONSUMPTION HELPS PREVENT TYPE 2 DIABETES IN PEOPLE WITH EXISTING METABOLIC DISORDERS

New meta-analysis by Chongqing Medical University revealed   fish   oil   supplementation  can  increase  insulin sensitivity   and   reduce   the   risk   of   diabetes

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Golf Open

This Annual Event for Industry Golfers aims to strengthen Camaraderia among UCAP members, develop friendship with new comers, interphase with various sector. (19th UCAP Golf Open)

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UCAP Seminar

To provide information about the various aspects of the coconut, the country’s top agriculture export and foreign exchange earner.

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UCAP Publications

 

Daily Market Report

Reports on prices of coconut products...

Weekly Bulletin

Contains up-to-date information on developments... 

UCAP Monthly Report

A Monthly Report

Coconut Statistics

An annual yearbook. 

Coconut Handbook

Technical Handbook

Coconut Industry Kit

A mid-year compendium of summary...

Directory of Coconut Establishments

Directory of Coconut Establishments

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