Prof. Terry Sunderland, Lorenzo Pradella and Dr. Krisdianto Sugiyanto will be speaking at a webinar on 23rd Feb 2020 and examine the innovative applications of rattan and its economic potential. Rattans are spiny, climbing palms (Arecaceae) whose long, flexible stems provide the canes of commerce which have unique properties such as strength, lightness, durability, appearance and flexibility. As an important raw material for the furniture and handicraft industry, rattans play a significant role in supporting the livelihood of many forest-dwelling communities.