FlaxTech is promoting a renaissance of flax fiber, prized for centuries as the fiber of quality linens and paper. Flax (linum usitatissimum) plants originated near the Mediterranean over 10,000 years ago to supply both food and fiber. Its resistance to rot is legendary. Flax linen, the fiber of the pharoahs continues to be discovered at archeological sites in remarkable condition.

Flax fiber was so valued the pioneering settlers of the North Dakota plains carried the precious seeds with them. FlaxTech is a proud part of this tradition. Over a century of flax growing history in North Dakota has been passed on to the founders of FlaxTech through their family farms. It is through this tie to the land that FlaxTech can assure the quality of its products with such a remarkable value. Quality starts from the first field inspections, to selection, harvest and refining of the fiber.

FlaxTech LLC was formed as a result of discoveries from fiber research that began in 1997 and has facilities at Rock Lake and Sarles, North Dakota. This location is in the midst of a strong flax production area in North Dakota. North Dakota grows 85 to over 90% of the total US production, with over a half million acres in 2001.

FlaxTech uses unique processing methods to bring the exceptional strength, durability and water holding capacity of flax fiber to homeowners and gardeners. The flax fiber mats, basket liners and skirts are oven sterilized to further assure the finest product available for horticultural uses. Our products deliver exceptional performance value, they are phenomenal at conserving moisture, controlling unwanted vegetation, and moderating temperature.