More Information on Natural Rubber Production
Research and development in the rubber industry.
Agricultural Research Service
The USDA’s main research arm. ARS’ Western Regional Research Center in Albany, Calif., is on the forefront of natural rubber research. www.ars.usda.gov/main/main.htm
Association for the Advancement of Industrial Crops
AAIC conducts research into the development of natural rubber-producing crops. www.aaic.org/rubber.htm
International Rubber Study Group
An intergovernmental organization providing, among other data, quarterly reports on the production and consumption of rubber, both natural and synthetic. www.rubberstudy.com
Yulex
An Arizona-based company that’s on the forefront of guayule development. www.yulex.com
