Palm Oil Collection

'Palmiers a huile (Bords du Mono); L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Palmiers a huile (Bords du Mono); L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Price's Patent Candle Company - the Bromborough Pool Candle-Works - interior view... 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Bromborough Pool Candle-Works - interior view under three spans of roof - from a photograph, 1854. Candle factory on Merseyside

Burundi. Palm oil tree plantations line the shores of lake Tanganyika

An oil palm fruit is seen at PT Perkebunan Nusantara VIII, a state-owned palm oil factory in Malingping, Indonesias Banten province August 9, 2010

Palm oil plantation is pictured next to a burnt forest near Banjarmasin in South Kalimantan province, Indonesia, September 29, 2019. REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan REFILE - CORRECTING NAME OF THE PROVINCE

Burnt land is pictured next to a palm oil plantation after fires near Banjarmasin in South Kalimantan province, Indonesia, September 29, 2019

Sun rays penetrate through an African palm oil plantation in the area
Sun rays penetrate through an African palm oil plantation run by NaturAceites during a temporary state of siege, approved by the Guatemalan Congress following the death of several soldiers in

Ja-Ja, The Deposed and Exiled King of Opobo, West Africa, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Ja-Ja, The Deposed and Exiled King of Opobo, West Africa, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

Fabrication de l huile de palme a Whyda, en Guinee, cote des Esclaves (engraving)
3644370 Fabrication de l huile de palme a Whyda, en Guinee, cote des Esclaves (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fabrication de l huile de palme a Whyda)

Label for a palm oil scented soap, depicting a palm tree (coloured engraving)
CHT170008 Label for a palm oil scented soap, depicting a palm tree (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Production Palm Oil 1844 Graphite brown paper
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Bowl of palm oil

Newly havested oil palm fruit on a plantation near Caldera, Costa Rica

Making sugar syrup from palm oil, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

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Palm oil, a versatile and controversial commodity, has become an integral part of our daily lives. From the picturesque shores of Lake Tanganyika in Burundi to the vast plantations of PT Perkebunan Nusantara VIII in Indonesia, its presence is undeniable. In the village of Semuy II, Africa's palm oil industry thrives under the management of NaturAceites. The sight of these plantations juxtaposed against burnt forests near Banjarmasin serves as a stark reminder of the environmental impact associated with this lucrative crop. As sun rays penetrate through African palm oil plantations, one can't help but marvel at their sheer expanse and productivity. However, history tells us that not all stories surrounding it can positive. Take Ja-Ja, The Deposed and Exiled King of Opobo from West Africa in 1888; his tale sheds light on the complex socio-political dynamics intertwined with this trade. From fabricating palm oil in Whyda, Guinea during slave trading times to scented soaps adorned with palm tree engravings - it is evident that this product has permeated various aspects of human existence throughout history. Even back in 1844 when graphite brown paper was used for production purposes, palm oil played a significant role. Today, it finds its way into our kitchens as we cook delectable meals or enjoy its benefits in cosmetic products. Central America's Costa Rica also contributes to global palm oil production. Its tropical climate provides ideal conditions for cultivating this cash crop which fuels economies worldwide. While debates about sustainability and deforestation continue to surround palm oil cultivation practices, there is no denying its economic significance and versatility across industries. As consumers become more conscious about their choices, finding a balance between demand and responsible sourcing remains crucial for ensuring a sustainable future for both people and planet alike.