Flax is making a comeback in Belgium
Who said flax was a thing of the past? In the Belgian province of West Flanders, it’s a booming industry.
The durable flax fibre is currently very much in demand in different sectors, whether it’s for the production of linen clothing or for other sustainable solutions in, say, construction, isolation materials or even the automobile industry.
West Flanders has a centuries-long history with the mysterious fibre, bringing business and prosperity to the region. With demand for durable materials growing, business is back, and investors from all over the world know exactly which Belgian doors to knock on. Believe it or not, our country has the perfect climate and soil to grow flax in optimal conditions, and the sector is growing by the year.
Forgive us if we flax poetic but of all the industrial prowess found in Belgium, it’s certainly a not to be forgotten sector, and the West Flemings can be proud of their linen heritage. May they reap what they sow!