FGV’s estates and mills segment manages 214 estates across Malaysia with 335,420 Ha dedicated to oil palm, rubber, and other crops. Through its 66 mills, the segment processes FFB from internal production, FELDA settlers, and thirdparty smallholders into CPO, contributing 4% to global CPO production. To enhance productivity, we apply GAP, focusing on soil health, nutrient management, and high-yield planting materials. Mechanisation is integrated into harvesting and in-field collection, in improve efficiency and reduce labour dependency. Our mills optimise processing and oil extraction rates (OER), refining FFB handling to maximise output. Sustainability is embedded in our operations through biogas capture, wasteto-wealth solutions, and water conservation. These initiatives ensure responsible plantation management while reinforcing FGV’s role in Malaysia’s agribusiness sector. Business Review: Plantation Division ESTATES AND MILLS KEY FOCUS AREAS Loose Fruit Collection Optimising loose fruit collection processes to reduce wastage and maximise yield recovery. Unharvested Bunches Elimination Focusing on harvesting and collecting all bunches to minimise losses and enhance productivity. Accessibility Improvement Maintaining sufficient weeding cycles and ensuring roads and bridges are ready for easy access to oil palm trees. Crop Security Enhancement Strengthening measures to protect crops from theft and damage, ensuring consistent yield quality and quantity. Mechanisation Ensuring corrective action and continuous improvement. Manuring Implementing the most effective formulation & methods suited to changing weather patterns. Replanting Establishing best practices in replanting, including the use of cover crops to preserve soil health and other GAP. Crop Quality Improvement Enhancing the quality of harvested crops to meet market standards and consumer demand. Milling Efficiency Improvement Improving milling efficiency to optimise OER and reduce energy consumption. Mill Capacity Upgrading Expanding processing facilities to increase capacity and accommodate higher throughput. WHO ARE WE AND WHAT WE DO Enhancing productivity for efficient and sustainable plantation operations. 82 FGV Holdings Berhad | Annual Integrated Report 2024
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