At the invitation of Professor Dato’ Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim — Fellow of the Academy of Sciences Malaysia, author of the cover story “The Transformation and Future of the Oil Palm Industry” in Volume 4, Issue 3 of Agricultural & Rural Studies (A&R, ISSN 2959‑9784), and Organizing Chairman of the 6th International Oil Palm Biomass Conference 2026 — we will jointly host a Cover Story Launch Ceremony and Academic Seminar in conjunction with the conference.
Date: 21–22 September 2026
Venue: Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Conference Theme: “Revolutionizing Sustainable Innovation in Evolving the Biomass Economy”
About the 6th International Oil Palm Biomass Conference 2026
This premier global gathering serves as a dedicated platform for advancing the biomass economy. It brings together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, technology providers, and sustainability practitioners from around the world to exchange insights on innovative strategies, emerging technologies, and policy frameworks for oil palm biomass utilization. With a strong focus on cross-sector collaboration, the conference addresses the full spectrum of challenges and opportunities in transforming biomass waste into sustainable value, aligning perfectly with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
About the A&R Session
Co-located with this major conference, the A&R Cover Story Launch and Academic Seminar will provide a dedicated forum to discuss the future of oil palm biomass utilization and the transformation of the oil palm industry. This special session underscores A&R’s commitment to serving as an international, multidisciplinary platform for advancing agricultural and rural studies.
You're Invited!
We extend a warm invitation to the entire Agricultural & Rural Studies community. All Editorial Board members, authors, reviewers, and readers are most welcome to attend the Cover Story Launch Ceremony and the associated academic activities. Whether you are presenting, networking, or exploring the future of the oil palm industry, your presence will enrich this cross-border academic exchange. We look forward to connecting with you in Kuala Lumpur!