Ocho Sur, a palm oil company with US backing, faces scrutiny for deforestation in Peru's Amazon.

A palm oil company, Ocho Sur, backed by major US investments, operates two large plantations in Peru's Amazon, causing significant deforestation and environmental concern. These plantations generate about $50 million annually and represent the largest foreign agricultural investment in the Peruvian Amazon. Despite claiming sustainable practices, Ocho Sur faces scrutiny over its impact on the rainforest and biodiversity.

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