Monrovia, Jan. 16 -- The Liberia Agriculture Commodity Regulatory Authority (LACRA) has formally announced the introduction of a national policy framework for the palm oil sector under its regulatory regime, marking a major milestone in the structured governance and development of one of Liberia's most important agricultural value chains.

In an announcement issued on Thursday, January 15, 2026, the LACRA disclosed that stakeholder consultations and policy validation activities have officially begun. The Authority said this represents the first comprehensive policy process for the palm oil sector since LACRA was established, underscoring its mandate to regulate, develop, and promote key agricultural commodities in a coordinated and transp...