| Autor: |
Alhaji AM; Department of Food Technology, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Avenida PH Rolfs, s/n, Viçosa 36570-000, Minas Gerais, Brazil.; Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology, Wudil P.O. Box 3244, Nigeria., Almeida ES; Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Technology, University of Brasilia, Brasília 70910-900, Brazil., Carneiro CR; Department of Chemistry, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Avenida PH Rolfs, s/n, Viçosa 36570-000, Minas Gerais, Brazil., da Silva CAS; Department of Food Technology, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Avenida PH Rolfs, s/n, Viçosa 36570-000, Minas Gerais, Brazil., Monteiro S; Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Technology, University of Brasilia, Brasília 70910-900, Brazil.; Institute of Chemistry, Federal University of Goiás, Goiânia 74690-900, Goiás, Brazil., Coimbra JSDR; Department of Food Technology, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Avenida PH Rolfs, s/n, Viçosa 36570-000, Minas Gerais, Brazil. |
| Abstrakt: |
Palm oil, derived from Elaeis guineensis , is a critical component of the global edible oil and industrial fat market. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the sustainability of the palm oil chain, focusing on industrial applications, environmental implications, and economic sustainability. The processing of palm oil, from fruit pulp to refined oil, is detailed, highlighting the importance of refining in maintaining quality and extending application ranges. While palm oil offers health benefits because of its rich fatty acid composition and antioxidant properties, its production poses significant environmental challenges. This review underscores ongoing efforts to balance technological and culinary demands with environmental stewardship and sustainable economic growth. Emerging trends, including interspecific hybrids such as E . guineensis and E. oleifera , are discussed for their potential to increase sustainability and productivity. |
