Planters say anti-palm oil campaigns hinder sustainability shift

Top palm oil producers said on Thursday that the industry is making strides towards transparency and sustainability across its supply chain despite campaigns against the use of the oil.

Campaigners say the industry is responsible for the deforestation of tropical rainforests and human rights abuses and have initiated consumer boycotts of palm oil, which is found in everything from pizza to lipsticks.

However, such campaigns are hindering the industry's efforts to...