Jute

Jute is a natural bast fibre obtained from the stems of the jute plant (Corchorus genus), which is grown mainly in tropical and subtropical regions. The jute plant is an annual crop that grows to a height of about 2–5 metres. It is also known as the “golden fibre” because it typically has a golden-brown colour with a natural sheen. In terms of production and global consumption, it is second only to cotton and is one of the most affordable natural fibres. History: Jute originates from India, where it has been cultivated on farms for centuries. Jute sacks for spinning and weaving were developed in Dundee, Scotland, where a jute museum is located today. Jute products were largely replaced by synthetic fibres in the 1970s, and by the late 1990s the use of jute sacks declined further due to the rise of bulk packaging systems.