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 ...

Specialty papers made of abaca fibers are lightweight and possess ... Superior performance and strength offered by the product are also expected to emerge as the key factors prompting the demand ...

“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.

Specialty papers made of abaca fibers are lightweight and possess high tensile ... Superior performance and strength offered by the product are also expected to emerge as the key factors prompting the ...