Main Components:

This MSPO Standard contains seven principles which form the general requirements of a management system framework, based on the three pillars of sustainability – economically viable, socially acceptable, and environmentally sound. The MSPO standard is split into four parts: universal: for smallholders; for palm plantations and organised (supported) smallholders; and for palm oil mills. The indicators for each user group vary, although the general principles are the same throughout. These are organised around seven principles that cover: commitment to MSPO, transparency, compliance with laws, social responsibility, environmental protection, best management practices and new plantings. MSPO requires that internal audit procedures and results are documented and evaluated, in order to implement necessary corrective action through continuous improvement action plans.

The General Principles and Certification Procedure for the MS 2530 can be seen in the illustrations. More details are available at the www.mpocc.org.my

Who should be certified:

Mandatory for smallholders, oil palm plantations, palm oil mills.

Benefits:

• Assurance of an organisation’s transparency and credibility
• Compliance to local (and selected international) legal requirements
• Commitment to a high level of environmental protection
• Improved image and competitiveness
• Implementation of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)
• Secure market share in legally regulated area

Contributes to SDGs:

• Goal 2: Zero Hunger
• Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
• Goal 13: Climate Change
• Goal 15: Life on Land