About ATSSMA

Information and resources for Tamil Nadu’s tapioca, sago and starch sector.

A common platform for sector progress

The All Tapioca Starch and Sago Manufacturers Association – Mallur (ATSSMA) connects stakeholders across Tamil Nadu’s tapioca, sago and starch value chain. The Association supports industry representation, farmer–industry coordination, engagement with government and institutions, technical awareness, research connections and accurate public understanding.

VISION

A resilient, responsible and competitive tapioca, sago and starch ecosystem that creates lasting value for farmers, industry and society.

MISSION

Represent sector concerns, encourage responsible manufacturing, strengthen farmer–industry cooperation, support research and innovation, improve regulatory awareness and promote accurate product understanding.

Industry representation

Bring common sector priorities into constructive engagement with government, regulators and institutions.

Government and institutional engagement

Farmer–industry coordination

Create a structured channel around planting-material quality, crop health, harvest planning, root quality, procurement understanding and market conditions.

Farmer and value-chain engagement

Technical and regulatory awareness

Share practical information on regulation, food safety, testing and responsible processing, supported by authoritative sources.

Industry knowledge

Research connection

Frame field and factory problems as research questions and connect them with TNAU, ICAR–CTCRI, laboratories and technology institutions.

Applied research partnerships

Market development

Improve understanding of product applications, buyer requirements, value addition and emerging market opportunities.

Food, industrial and export markets

Public communication

Provide clear information about tapioca, sago, starch and their roles in food, industry and rural livelihoods.

Consumers, media and institutions