Malaysia’s natural rubber industry faltered in April 2025, with production plunging to its lowest level in recent years amid deep-rooted structural challenges and seasonal headwinds. Despite the government’s sustained push to revitalise the smallholder-driven sector, a shortage of tappers and shifting rural labour priorities—particularly during the durian season—have exposed the sector’s fragility.
What is covered in the Full Insight:
Introduction to Malaysian Rubber Industry
Decline in Natural Rubber Production
Import and Export Trends
Glove Sector Outlook
Market Challenges and Future Outlook
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