WASHINGTON—Neofusicoccum ribis, one of more than 90 fungi in the genus Fusicoccum, is causing leaf fall disease among Hevea brasiliensis trees in Indonesia.

FAIRLAWN, Ohio—When it comes to the International Latex Conference, one thing is certain: You're bound to make a connection.

HANOVER, Germany—One of Continental's top research and development officials is pleased with the progress made thus far at its Taraxagum Lab Anklam research laboratory for dandelion rubber.

FAIRLAWN, Ohio—Latex industry innovations took the spotlight during the first day of the 2019 International Latex Conference, organized by Rubber & Plastics News and Akron Dispersions. The biannual event opened Aug. 6 at the Akron/Fairlawn Hilton in Fairlawn.

BRASILIA, Brazil—Vystar, manufacturer of Vytex deproteinized natural rubber latex, has received a notice of allowance from the government of Brazil for its process to remove proteins, lipids and lutoids from latex.

WORCESTER, Mass.—Vystar, manufacturer of Vytex deproteinized natural rubber latex, has signed an agreement to purchase Murida Furniture, dba Rotmans Furniture and Carpet.

HAIKOU, China—Hainan Rubber Group, a leading natural rubber producer in China, will acquire an 80 percent stake in mattress and pillow maker Aidefu Latex Products.

FAIRLAWN, Ohio—Latex industry innovations are set to take the spotlight when Rubber & Plastics News and Akron Dispersions present the biannual International Latex Conference Aug. 6-7 at the Akron/Fairlawn Hilton in Fairlawn.

BERWYN, Pa.—Trinseo's acquisition of Dow Chemical’s German latex assets indicates the company’s interest in both expansion and product innovation, according to Trinseo executives.