MAFF mulls distributing improved rubber varieties to farmers
Synopsis: The high-yield rubber varieties developed by the Cambodian Rubber Research Institute offers improved resilience, higher yields, and better adaptability to environmental conditions.
Myanmar’s annual rubber output is estimated at 400,000 tonnes, with more than 100,000 tonnes currently exported, and the country aims to boost exports to 300,000 tonnes in the 2025–2026 financial year.
Japanese rubber futures dip on slowing China auto sales
SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures fell on Thursday, pressured by a slowdown in Chinese auto sales, although a weaker yen provided some support to prices.