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Natural fibers link communities in the Amazon with the world

China Daily Global | Updated: 2026-03-23 09:16

A Brazilian farmer spreads malva fibers in the sun in the community on March 12. MICHAEL DANTAS/AFP

After washing and cleaning, the transformation is complete. What was once a common bush becomes a lightweight yet durable strand, strong enough to bind the sacks that carry Brazil's coffee and cocoa to ports around the world.

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