Malaysia launches pilot project to increase latex rubber output


KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 23 (Xinhua) -- Malaysia launched a latex production incentive pilot project on Monday as it seeks to increase the production of latex rubber.

The incentive aims to help small rubber producers increase their income by switching their production to rubber milk instead of cup lump rubber, according to Malaysian Plantation and Commodities Minister Fadillah Yusof.

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