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Natural fibre geotextiles for weed suppression, erosion control, moisture retention, and plant establishment.
FuturFiber® made by Rubisco® is a New Zealand-made natural fibre geotextile range using locally sourced hemp and wool for weed suppression, erosion control, planting stabilisation, moisture retention, and plant establishment. The range is 100% biodegradable, BioGro Certified for organic inputs, and supported by a Global GreenTag EPD compliant to ISO 14025 and EN 15804.
FuturFiber® is Advance Landscape Systems’ premium range of natural fibre geotextiles, designed for landscape, civil, revegetation, and ecological restoration projects. FuturFiber offers a 100% biodegradable alternative to synthetic weed matting and erosion control materials, helping reduce microplastic risk while supporting healthier soil and stronger early plant growth.
With hemp and dag wool products innovatively designed for use across commercial and residential applications, these 100% biodegradable options for weed suppression and erosion control also provide moisture retention, temperature moderation and nutrient release benefits to plants throughout their establishment stage.
BioGro Certified for organic inputs and supported by a Global GreenTag Environmental Product Declaration, FuturFiber gives specifiers, contractors, councils, and project teams credible third-party environmental documentation alongside practical on-site performance.
Learn more about BioGro Certification for organic inputs.
FuturFiber natural fibre geotextiles are developed for projects where both performance and environmental outcomes matter. The range supports weed suppression, erosion control, planting stabilisation, moisture retention, and soil temperature moderation across commercial and residential landscapes, revegetation works, transport corridors, riparian margins, and public green spaces.
FuturFiber is backed by third-party environmental certification and published product data. The range is BioGro Certified for organic inputs, and Rubisco wool and hemp geotextile holds a Global GreenTag EPD compliant to ISO 14025 and EN 15804.
FuturFiber hemp and wool geotextiles are designed to biodegrade over time, supporting projects that want to avoid plastic residue and microplastics in the landscape. The range is 100% biodegradable, with an approximate breakdown period of 18 to 24 months under typical field conditions.
The EPD verifies FuturFiber has low VOCs and notes no plastics, glues, or formaldehydes in the assessed wool-hemp geotextile.
FuturFiber wool and hemp geotextile is listed with measured water permeability of 111 L/m²/s, and has been tested for resistance to tearing, puncture, and bursting.
FuturFiber hemp and dag wool are sourced locally from New Zealand farmers.
FuturFiber geotextiles support weed suppression, moisture control, nutrient release, and healthy plant establishment.
FuturFiber is suited to a wide range of applications across landscape, horticultural, civil, and ecological projects, including:
erosion control matting
weed suppression blankets
planting stabilisation
revegetation and land rehabilitation
slope and embankment protection
riparian margins and restoration planting
urban greening and public landscape planting
roadside and infrastructure planting interfaces
This makes FuturFiber a strong choice for landscape architects, civil engineers, designers, councils, contractors, and restoration teams seeking a biodegradable geotextile with documented environmental credentials.
FuturFiber Hemp geotextiles are BioGro certified and Global GreenTag EPD certified. This geotextile harnesses the strength and absorbency of hemp fibre to help manage weeds, retain moisture, and support plant growth. Hemp is one of the strongest natural fibres used in the range, offering durability while remaining fully biodegradable.
FuturFiber Dag Wool geotextiles are made from BioGro Certified and Global GreenTag EPD certified dag wool and are designed for weed suppression, soil conservation, and planting support. Dag wool rolls are suitable for projects where soil conservation and weed suppression are required.
FuturFiber made by Rubisco is supported by product resources for specifiers and project teams, including specification sheets, brochures, installation guides, and case studies. Advance consultants are available to support landscape architects, designers, civil engineers, and contractors with tailored recommendations for project requirements.
For teams seeking natural fibre geotextiles with transparent environmental reporting, the EPD provides independently published lifecycle information for Rubisco Wool and Hemp Geotextile, including New Zealand scope, cradle-to-grave declaration type, and manufacturing data drawn from New Zealand operations.
See examples of how FuturFiber has been used in projects and applications.
Everything you need to know about installing and using FuturFiber products.
FuturFiber® has been specified in New Zealand landscape and public realm projects published by Advance Landscape Systems. One featured case study is Basque Park, Mt Eden, Auckland, where FuturFiber Hemp 600gsm natural fibre geotextile was used as part of the park landscaping following major infrastructure works associated with the City Rail Link project. FuturFiber Hemp was specified for erosion control and weed suppression within the landscape design.
Faringdon Pump Track, Rolleston and the SH51 Awatoto Roundabout Project are case studies using natural fibre geotextile project materials from Advance Landscape Systems.
FuturFiber made by Rubisco brings together natural fibre innovation, local supply, and verified environmental reporting. Advance partnered with Rubisco to develop the FuturFiber hemp and wool range as an economical, sustainable, and effective solution for erosion control, weed suppression, and plant establishment support, using Rubisco’s locally sourced hemp and dag wool fibre.
This positioning is reinforced by the Global GreenTag listing, which describes the wool-hemp geotextile as made in New Zealand from local hemp and wool, intended for soil stabilisation and erosion control.
Need help selecting the right natural fibre geotextile for your project? Advance Landscape Systems supports councils, landscape architects, engineers, contractors, and restoration teams with practical product advice, technical resources, and specification support for the FuturFiber® range.
As strong advocates of green landscaping and environmental preservation, Advance are proactive in designing innovative and environmentally-friendly products and solutions that address genuine environmental problems.
Partnering with Rubsico to use their materials in the development of the FuturFiber Hemp and Wool range was a value-synergised venture to provide end users with a proven environmentally friendly natural fibre geotextile solution for erosion control and weed suppression. Rubisco’s story resonated with Advance’s vision and values, where innovation and nature unite in perfect harmony.
Rooted in nature’s regenerative cycles, Rubisco transform natural fibers into revolutionary materials. From regenerative agriculture to innovative design, these natural materials work in perfect harmony with the earth, offering high-performing solutions directed towards a more regenerative, bio-circular world, where materials not only serve a purpose but return to the earth safely.
Using Rubisco’s locally sourced hemp and dag wool fibre, Advance developed the trade-marked FuturFiber product range of natural fibre geotextiles, as an economical, sustainable, and effective solution to erosion control, weed suppression and plant establishment support.
Advance Landscape Systems’ consultants work with licensed engineers and architects offering comprehensive support throughout the design and specifying process.
Specifier tools and resources for use by specifiers, including landscape architects, designers, civil engineers and contractors are available via the Knowledge Hub.
With a wide range of climate and topography in NZ, we provide tailored recommendations where required to meet client’s specific needs and objectives.
Developed through more than two years of testing and product validation, FuturFiber® is now the first natural fibre erosion control and weed suppression matting product in New Zealand to hold a GreenTag EPD.
“Achieving New Zealand’s first Global GreenTag EPD for our hemp–wool geotextiles is more than a milestone—it shows that regenerative natural fibres can deliver world-class performance and sustainability across infrastructure, horticulture, landscaping, and beyond. At Rubisco, we see this as part of a broader shift: moving global industries towards materials that restore ecosystems while building a better future.”
– Guy Wills, CEO Rubisco.
With a negative carbon footprint, FuturFiber® Hemp sequesters more than it emits, locking away -1.4 kg of CO₂ during production. At end-of-life, it safely biodegrades, returning nutrients to the soil and closing the loop in the natural cycle. See the EPD Certificate for FuturFiber® for more details of its Life Cycle Analysis.
FuturFiber® Hemp and Dag Wool, and EcoWool are sourced locally from New Zealand South Island farmers.
Made from South Island hemp cultivated and processed within Rubisco’s vertically integrated hemp fibre platform, blended with New Zealand strong wool, the needle-punched nonwoven geotextiles provide strength, permeability, and soil stability without the use of microplastics.
We recommend using Ground Staples, Greenstake Pins or BioPins to fix the matting in place. See staple and pin options here.
Typically available in weights of 600gsm and 1000gsm, at widths of 1m and 2m, custom size rolls up to 6m wide can be requested as well as custom weights 300 – 1200gsm
12-30 months dependent on conditions. See FuturFiber® Dag Wool Specification Sheet in our Knowledge Hub for full details.
Our trade account customers enjoy regular purchasing options with prompt service and competitive trade pricing. They also gain access to our exclusive, customised products tailored to their needs. Conditions apply to qualify for a trade account — contact our team today to learn more!
For large projects or landscaping jobs, you can easily submit a bulk pricing request. Our team will review your needs and get in touch with a tailored quote. We’re here to help you get the best value for your project.