The Dutch Province of Limburg grants co-financing to the cross-border project Hemp2Comp. This project focuses on the sustainable cultivation of fiber hemp and the development of biocomposites as an environmentally friendly alternative to fiberglass and polyester. This support is in line with the provincial ambition to make the agricultural sector more sustainable and to develop new earning models for farmers.
According to the province, hemp has significant advantages: it is completely organic, uses little water, requires no crop protection, stores CO2 and helps clean up PFAS-contaminated soils. "Although its cultivation in Limburg is still limited, the crop offers great potential for farmers and the industry. Hemp2Comp is responding to this by investing in innovation, knowledge sharing and cooperation within the entire value chain."
Future-proof agriculture
The project supports Limburg's ambition to remain a leading agricultural region. By investing in crop diversification, it contributes to future-proof agriculture. At the same time, the development of biocomposites opens up opportunities for applications in construction, industry and other sectors, such as funerals. The three-year project (2024-2027) has a total budget of €3,590,509.40. Co-financing by the Province of Limburg amounts to €60,900.
Broad support
The co-financing fits within the province's core ambitions: mission-driven innovation, circular production, strengthening the market chain and cross-border cooperation. The involvement of parties, such as Compas Agro and the LLTB, shows the broad support for this project and the opportunities it offers for the region. "This project not only offers our farmers new opportunities, but also contributes to a more sustainable economy and society. Hemp has great potential as an environmentally friendly crop, and with this project we strengthen the cooperation between Limburg and Flanders. This is how we invest in a strong, sustainable future," said Agriculture Deputy Jasper Kuntzelaers.
Source: Provincie Limburg
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