2026 Palm oil scorecard
The palm oil sector is making progress, but gaps remain in demonstrating that sourcing protects forests, natural ecosystems, and respects human rights.
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This year’s scorecard provides a more comprehensive picture of the palm oil value chain.
The 2026 assessment looks at both major palm oil buyers and the processors and traders that link producers to global markets. Together they provide a more comprehensive view of progress, gaps, and accountability across the sector.
VALUE CHAIN
- PRODUCERS
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- TRADERS
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- PROCESSORS
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- BUYERS
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- CONSUMERS
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BUYERS SCORECARD
CHECK THE BUYERS' SCORESWith an average score of 16.1 out of 25 (64%), companies in the 2026 Scorecard have shown progress since the last assessment, while also reinforcing the need for more urgent action across palm oil supply chains.
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TRADERS SCORECARD
CHECK TRADERS SCORESWith an average score of 58.6 out of 100, companies in the 2026 Index serve as a stark reminder of the substantial progress yet to unfold. Not a single company achieves a perfect score, underlining the immense journey ahead.
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KEY FINDINGS FOR BUYERS
SEE MORE IN ANALYSISDiscover all the insights and analysis of the buyers scorecard results
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KEY FINDINGS TRADERS
SEE MORE IN ANALYSISDiscover all the insights and analysis of the traders scorecard results
ABOUT PALM OIL
A versatile vegetable oil used widely across households and industries globally
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