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ASEAN Cassava Centre and BIOTEC-NSTDA showcased sustainable cassava innovations at the World Tapioca Conference 2025, held at ICONSIAM, Bangkok. Under the theme “From Root to Riches,” the exhibition highlighted science-driven solutions across the cassava value chain—from clean planting material and disease diagnostics to biogas systems, functional sugars, and biofuel production—reinforcing regional collaboration for a sustainable bioeconomy.

Thailand is set to host the World Tapioca Conference 2025 (WTC 2025) in Bangkok on July 29–30, reinforcing its global leadership in tapioca exports. Led by the Department of Foreign Trade, the event will spotlight innovation, sustainability, and international collaboration to boost the industry’s competitiveness and value creation

This research developed resistant maltodextrin (RMD) from cassava pulp using pyrodextrinization and enzymatic hydrolysis, yielding 18.6% RMD under optimal conditions. The product exhibited high digestion resistance (91.7%) and promoted the growth of probiotics, highlighting its prebiotic potential.

The Indonesian government plans to restrict cassava and tapioca imports to support local farmers, stabilize agricultural product prices, and promote food self-sufficiency. The initiative is part of President Prabowo Subianto's policy to reduce reliance on imported goods by 2025.

The China-Laos Railway has reshaped Southeast Asia’s trade, significantly impacting Vietnam’s cassava and tapioca starch exports. Laos has capitalized on this route, boosting direct shipments to China while bypassing Vietnam. Chinese investment in Lao cassava production has intensified this shift, posing a major challenge for Vietnam’s industry.

Vietnam’s cassava exports fell in 2024, with total shipments reaching 2.62 million tons, valued at $1.15 billion. China remained the dominant market, accounting for over 92% of export volume despite a decline in demand. The government anticipates continued reliance on China while seeking diversification into other markets.

Scientists have identified Ceratobasidium theobromine as the cause of Cassava Witches' Broom Disease (CWBD), severely impacting cassava crops. This discovery is vital for managing the disease and preventing its spread.

Thai cassava producers are urged to adopt sustainable practices to meet European, especially UK, demand for eco-friendly products. With the UK importing $6.82 million of Thai tapioca starch last year, there’s significant growth potential in this market.

Cassava pulp in Thailand can be converted into VFAs using bacteria, yielding significant amounts of acetic and butyric acids, supporting the Bio-Circular-Green economy and reducing emissions.

The Cambodia-China Cassava Alliance Association (CCCAA) was formed on June 24, 2024, to boost Cambodian cassava exports. Led by Va Roth San, it connects investors and offers technical aid, supporting the 2020-2025 cassava policy.