OBJECTIVE:

 Sembang Sawit Seminar 2025 was successfully held on Sunday, 28 September 2025 at UCSI University, bringing together industry experts, academics, students, and youth to engage in meaningful discussions about the palm oil sector, its sustainability journey, and its role in the global economy.

The seminar featured insightful presentations, including:

• Prof. Dato’ Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim on the significance of the oil palm as an “amazing crop.”
• Mr. Joseph Tek on understanding and appreciating oil palm.
• Dr. Sean Andrew Labansing on turning waste into profit through sustainable practices.
• Ir. Ts. Dr. Gideon from FGV, who highlighted the “Pollinate, Protect, Prosper” initiative and the EduGame journey to Net Zero.

The event also included a vibrant open dialogue session between palm oil experts and youths, fostering intergenerational exchange of ideas on sustainability, innovation, and the future of the industry. Additionally, the seminar featured an IBM Badges briefing, a live performance by Junior Ambassador Zahrah Laaiqah, and concluded with networking opportunities among participants.

The seminar provided a platform to raise awareness, strengthen knowledge sharing, and inspire action towards making palm oil production more sustainable while supporting Malaysia’s position as a key global player.