Wilmar chief urges India to target 60% edible oil self-sufficiency as retail prices spike 20-25%
AWL Agribusiness parent Wilmar International calls for India to cut its 60% edible oil import dependence and aim for 50-60% self-sufficiency. Retail cooking oil prices have jumped 20-25% in four months amid biodiesel diversion and Iran conflict disruptions. Palm oil accounts for 38% of consumption.
Wilmar chairman urges India to target 50-60% edible oil self-sufficiency. Retail cooking oil prices surged 20-25% in four months amid biodiesel diversion and Iran war. Wilmar took full control of Adani Wilmar (now AWL) in July 2025.