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Philippines will remain as the world’s top source of abaca, the strongest-known natural fiber, according to TechSci global market research and consulting company as the global demand for Philippine abaca fiber is expected to grow 5.7 percent through 2019. The UK, Japan and China are the country’s major markets for abaca.
Increasing consumer preference for lifestyle projects will further boost demand for abaca-based products in the coming years.
