Since 2019, we use the industry-leading NDPE Implementation Reporting Framework (IRF) reporting tool to systematically assess our supplying mills’ progress on implementing industry No Deforestation and No Peat commitments and classifying them into one of six categories: Unknown, Known, Awareness, Commitments and Starting Action, Progressing, and Delivering.
Using a consistent framework for reporting on commitments and activities allows Musim Mas and the palm oil industry to understand what is required to deliver commitments, monitor their progress, identify gaps, and drive improvement. We also see the NDPE IRF as a way for the industry to identify and address the challenges faced by suppliers and avoid using the assessment process to cherry-pick or ‘green-pick’ suppliers.
Musim Mas has achieved high levels of traceability by successfully collecting the required data for NDPE IRF reporting from our supply base through our supplier monitoring and engagement programs.
We know that 98.8% of the total volumes sourced in 2024 were “Delivering” on their No Deforestation commitments, and 98.6% were “Delivering” on their No Peat commitments.
Musim Mas continues to enhance our sustainable development over the past years through the updated framework of NDP IRF version 6.0. This latest version strengthens our commitment to No Deforestation and No New Planting on Peat, while incorporating more advanced monitoring and deepens the integration of independent plantations and smallholders, supported by improved traceability systems that respond to increasing global expectations.
NDP IRF v6.0 introduces a more structured view of progress by segmenting reporting across Directly Managed Areas, Independent Plantations, and Independent Smallholders. This updated framework also enhances the standardization of definition for third-party traceability and strengthens the methodologies and data requirements, including Land Use Change Analysis (LUCA) and HCV/HCS assessments, to ensure a more comprehensive and consistent evaluation across the supply chain.
In addition, refinements to smallholder methodologies, including the recognition of those involved in dealer engagement programmes and PPBC-aligned landscape initiatives, further support inclusive and responsible sourcing.
Musim Mas has achieved an overall 77.7% delivering score under NDP IRF version 6.0. While the transition to IRF version 6.0 has presented some challenges, we continue to strive for improvement, building greater confidence in our progress toward a fully sustainable and deforestation-free supply chain.
Control Union (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. verifies our NDPE IRF version 6.0. You can find our verification statement here.
We maintain 100% completion of NDPE IRF for all facilities, which is available in the map below.
