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Which of the following is a potential human rights abuse linked to palm oil production?
Which of the following is a potential human rights abuse linked to palm oil production?
- Use of solar energy
- Forced labor (correct)
- Fair wages and benefits
- Sustainable harvesting practices
What is a common working condition faced by palm oil harvesters?
What is a common working condition faced by palm oil harvesters?
- Flexible hours and high pay
- Regular breaks and comfortable accommodations
- Working 12 hours a day, 7 days a week for below-minimum wage (correct)
- Guaranteed health insurance and pensions
What toxic chemical, banned in Europe, is sometimes used in palm oil plantations?
What toxic chemical, banned in Europe, is sometimes used in palm oil plantations?
- Glycerin
- Citric acid
- Paraquat (correct)
- Sodium bicarbonate
What is the name of the organization that is supposed to monitor the palm oil industry for sustainability?
What is the name of the organization that is supposed to monitor the palm oil industry for sustainability?
What is a common form of discrimination faced by women workers on palm oil plantations?
What is a common form of discrimination faced by women workers on palm oil plantations?
Which company stated that the Wilmar palm oil they use is only sent to China?
Which company stated that the Wilmar palm oil they use is only sent to China?
What does Nestle require of its suppliers?
What does Nestle require of its suppliers?
What action are consumers encouraged to take regarding palm oil?
What action are consumers encouraged to take regarding palm oil?
Which company claims to have a policy against child labor and forced labor?
Which company claims to have a policy against child labor and forced labor?
According to the content, what is true about the identified issues with palm oil production?
According to the content, what is true about the identified issues with palm oil production?
Flashcards
Wilmar's Response
Wilmar's Response
Acknowledges awareness of employee exploitation issues and is addressing them within the industry.
Kellogg's & Wilmar
Kellogg's & Wilmar
States palm oil from Wilmar is solely used for products in China.
Nestle's Supplier Code
Nestle's Supplier Code
Suppliers must adhere to a code emphasizing human rights, safety, environmental sustainability, and business integrity.
Unilever's Approach
Unilever's Approach
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Consumer action
Consumer action
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Palm Oil: Human Exploitation
Palm Oil: Human Exploitation
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Palm Oil: Labor Conditions
Palm Oil: Labor Conditions
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Palm Oil: Women Discrimination
Palm Oil: Women Discrimination
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Palm Oil: Supply Chain Issues
Palm Oil: Supply Chain Issues
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Palm Oil: Company Accountability
Palm Oil: Company Accountability
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Description
Explore the dark side of palm oil production and its links to human rights abuses. Learn about forced labor, child labor, and exploitative working conditions on Indonesian plantations. Understand the challenges harvesters face, including low wages and pressure to meet unrealistic targets.
