Monthly Archives: November 2019

9th Starch World Asia

November 28th 2019 9th Starch World Asia. Key Highlights: An update on the Cassava Mosaic Disease, extent of the damage and how the industry is tackling this issue Changing dynamics of the Thai root market and implications for starch and … Continue reading

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Tapioca Starch Imports To Japan Surge

Novermber 25th 2019 Tapioca imports to Japan surge, thanks to bubble tea popularity. Taiwan has overtaken Thailand as top tapioca starch supplier. The huge popularity of bubble tea in Japan is driving an import boom in tapioca. Japan imported some … Continue reading

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Scientists Develop Biodegradable Plastic From Cassava Starch

November 12th 2019 Cassava roots: Bioplastic from cassava starch is as tough as traditional plastics made of petroleum. A team of scientists in Brazil has developed a biodegradable plastic that could be used for food packaging or carrier bags, by … Continue reading

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