Industry Strategic Science and Technology Plans (ISPs) Platform

Ruby Candano

Bamboo as a sustainable textile fiber source

“The Sustainable Development Goals noted that bamboo has the potential of supporting sustainability in economic growth as it grows very fast and can be grown easily in different climate conditions and altitudes,” said Cynthia Villar, the Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Agriculture. Image Source: DOST-PTRI The Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Ms. …

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Boosting the tropical fabrics industry through innovations

The Philippine Tropical Fabrics (PTF) Month, celebrated every January, aims to promote natural textiles, advance local industries, and create livelihood opportunities. Image Source: DOST-PTRI In the Philippines, January is designated as the month to celebrate indigenous fabrics under Proclamation No. 313 Series of 2012. The Philippine Tropical Fabrics (PTF) month aims to promote natural textiles, …

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