Palm oil industry leaves Indonesian village struggling with loss and regret

In 2002, Rukam villagers sold their land to a palm oil company. Since then, they’ve seen their peatlands, forests and fish stocks vanish. Now they’re weighing up the environmental cost of their decision and future hopes. Free, prior, & informed consent is critical in industry/community partnerships. A case study from Indonesia featuring Terry Sunderland.

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