Sustainable solutions for modern manufacturing

We create products that stand the test of time with our locally grown and sustainably farmed hemp and wool.

Paving the way for forward thinking businesses

Embrace the wool and hemp revolutions with our industry-specific, sustainable solutions as your foundation. Our innovative natural fibres are tailored to the construction, built environment, interior furnishing, and textile industries.

Together, let's shape a future that redefines industry standards, making better products in a better way.

Discover our range of locally-made fibres, fabrics and materials

Sustainably sourced and manufactured in New Zealand’s beautiful backyard.

Wool Yarn

Wool yarn is at the centre of what we do. There is not an ounce of synthetic fibre in sight, as we strive to make world leading, high-end luxury yarn systems. You can find our products in some pretty cool places, from the Tom Ford store in Milan, to Air Force One.

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Geotextiles

Our 100% natural, biodegradable and durable product perfect for all of your landscaping needs. New tree planting, weed suppression, erosion and sediment control or any other use you can think of - just know eventually our product is going to leave the site without a trace, and with no risk of microfibre pollution.

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Hemp hurd

Hemp hurd boasts numerous benefits that make it a valuable and eco-friendly material. As a byproduct of hemp cultivation, it supports sustainability by minimising waste. Its exceptional insulating properties make it an ideal choice for eco-conscious construction, reducing energy consumption. Hemp hurd is lightweight, yet sturdy, enhancing the strength of building materials. It also acts as a natural fire-retardant and soundproofing material. With its versatility and positive environmental impact, hemp hurd stands out as an excellent choice for sustainable construction and insulation needs.

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Hemp fibre

Our hemp fibre is sourced from premium, organically grown plants, ensuring minimal environmental impact. Its natural strength and durability make it ideal for various applications, including textiles, paper, and even eco-friendly construction materials. Moreover, our raw hemp fibre boasts excellent absorbency and breathability, making it perfect for clothing and bedding products.

Merino fibre

Merino fibre offers exceptional qualities that set it apart from other materials. Its fine, soft texture ensures luxurious comfort against the skin, making it ideal for clothing and active wear. Merino's natural moisture-wicking and temperature-regulating properties keep you cool in the heat and warm in colder climates. Additionally, its breathability prevents odours, making it perfect for extended wear. Sustainable and biodegradable, Merino fibre also reflects a commitment to eco-conscious choices. Embrace the unrivalled performance and comfort of Merino, a fibre that elevates your experience in every aspect.

Bio-fabrics

We are committed to elevating New Zealand grown products into high-value goods. We have combined hemp and wool into this open-weave fabric which is a suitable substitute for almost any glass fibre composite material.

Why hemp?

We believe in growing hemp up, to draw down carbon

A sustainable crop

Hemp is a highly sustainable crop that requires minimal water, pesticides, and fertilisers compared to other traditional crops like cotton or corn. It grows quickly, helping to replenish the soil and reduce soil erosion. Choosing hemp is a choice for the planet.

Adds value to wool

Hemp and wool both cooperate, and cover for each other. With a tensile strength 20x that of merino wool fibre, hemp can bring more durability to wool products. Wool still contributes its moisture management, and odour trapping qualities that make wool products so special - just made even better with hemp.

Versatility and usability

"Hemp can't possibly do all of that?". It really can! With total plant utilisation hemp is an incredibly versatile plant which can be used to produce various products, including textiles, paper, biodegradable plastics, construction materials, and even nutritious food items like hemp seeds and hemp oil.

Eco-friendly success stories

We're proud to have supported so many businesses on their journey to switch to natural materials.

"Prestige Carpet is thrilled to be involved at the inception of this exciting new programme being developed by Rubisco. We are looking forward to creating new and unique carpet styles and textures by blending the hemp with NZ wool. Furthering our vision of natural, renewable, and sustainable fibres, the inclusion of hemp will be a wonderful addition to our Prestige Portfolio, and we can't wait to launch our exclusive new products to the high end Australian and New Zealand flooring markets."

Paul McGinty

Prestige Carpets

"The world is waking up to how bad oil is and the synthetic materials made from it. Natural Fibres are the solution and at Mons Royale we see the combination of merino and hemp as a big opportunity in the bike-outdoor market."

Hamish Acland

Mons Royale

"The Te Ahu a Turanga Manawatu Tararua Highway project is proud to be using the wool/hemp geotextile fabric for out wetlands and treatment swales throughout the project. This product ticks a lot of boxes for the project, sustainably produced from local materials, manufactured right here in New Zealand and offers high performance as a geotextile for our landscape applications compared to the alternative options."

Paul Heaton

Fulton Hogan

“Business jet designers are constantly on a quest for NEW. Something outside the box without compromising quality and performance. We are waiting with baited breathe for the launch of NZ hemp/wool yarn. A raw material that will amplify our eco-friendly, sustainable offerings to the aviation. The world is calling for products that do not harm our environment, creating a demand for innovative raw materials.”

Judy Connolly

Kalogridis

"Verdure are really excited to be working with and surfing boards make from materials that are grown right here in NZ, the fabrics we are working with from Rubisco are amazing and a game changer for bio-composites."

Jack Candlish

Verdure

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Paul McGinty

Prestige Carpets

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Hamish Acland

Mons Royale

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Paul Heaton

Fulton Hogan

Judy Connolly

Kalogridis

Jack Candlish

Verdure

Innovation is at our core

We are constantly looking for ways to elevate our offerings and find new solutions, so that you can too. Embrace the future of sustainable materials with us, and be the first to experience the game-changing advancements that are just around the corner.