Industry's low OER problems - impact, outlook and implications.
The phenomenon of low oil extraction rates (OER) from fresh fruit bunches of oil palms, which has been noted since 1992 in Malaysia, especially Peninsula Malaysia, is discussed. The problem has exposed the lack of research resources in this important area. It could be associated with general phenomena such as changes in the environment or management practices, although firm evidence is lacking. Locally, there are undoubted difficulties with harvesting and good crop recovery which affect OER results. There is increasing evidence that very large bunches from old palms have lower oil contents in Malaysia than previously thought. The lowest OER results usually occur in mills processing a high percentage of crop from such old palm areas. There are alsoconsistent difficulties in tall palm areas, where good management practices for harvesting are vital. As an interim measure, new plantings have been recommended. It is also suggested that the focus on OER results should not be to the detriment of total oil production which remains the principal objective of the plantations.
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| Format: | Texto biblioteca |
| Language: | d |
| Subjects: | Aceite de palma, Extracción., Gestión., Malaysia, Rendimiento., Té., Renovación de cultivos, Palma de aceite, |
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