Abaca fiber is processed into composites with other local fibers like pineapple, spider lily and vetiver, which can replace up to 40 percent of plastic in products. Products made from natural ...

Abaca Pulp Market The market growth is primarily attributed to the rising demand for abaca pulp in various end-use industries such as paper ...

“We are providing our abaca farmers’ group or associations with direct access to processors or buyers so that they can discuss the right price and the demand needed,” Marbella said.

THE Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFida) is mulling over regulating the entry of imported fibers, particularly abaca, as part of efforts to bolster the local industry. PhilFida ...