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Oil palm fruits are piled on a road-side along
Oil palm fruits are piled on a road-side along one of the oil-palm plantations (Elaeis guineensis). Labuk Bay, Sabah, Borneo; Malaysia; June. Oil palms oil is used in cosmetics, food and fuels, and the plantations now occupy vast territories and still expand, threatening forests. The photographer holds a typical cut bunch of fruits
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Agricultural Agriculture Borneo Cultivated Cultivation Fruits Malaysia Mass Masses Palm Palms Piled Plantation Plantations Elaeis Guineensis
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In this evocative image, oil palm fruits are piled high on the side of a road in the heart of a oil palm plantation in Labuk Bay, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia. The Elaeis guineensis trees, with their distinctive tall, slender trunks and large, fan-shaped leaves, stretch out towards the horizon, their ripe fruit bunches heavy with the promise of abundance. Oil palms have long been a staple of the tropical landscape, with their fruit being used for various purposes, from food and cosmetics to fuel. The demand for these versatile fruits has led to the expansion of oil palm plantations, transforming vast territories and threatening the preservation of forests and biodiversity. The photographer captures the scene with a sense of awe and reverence, holding a typical cut bunch of oil palm fruits in his hand. The image invites us to reflect on the rich history of oil palm cultivation, its significance in Asian agriculture, and the complex relationship between human progress and the natural world. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the beauty and bounty of nature, as well as the delicate balance that must be maintained between human needs and the preservation of the natural world. The oil palm plantations of Borneo and Malaysia continue to expand, presenting both opportunities and challenges for the future. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of sustainable practices and the need for responsible stewardship of our natural resources.
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