The prestigious publication Vogue Business presented an in-depth analysis of contemporary challenges facing global linen production, revealing fundamental transformations in the sector. The previous concentration of long-fiber flax in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands – around 75% of global production – is gradually giving way to new geographical and technological solutions.
Producers are experimenting with alternative strategies, including introducing winter linen cultivations and expanding territorial coverage to the United Kingdom. This transition is determined by the need to adapt to changing climatic conditions and geopolitical realities.
Artisanal farmers like Mallon Linen in Northern Ireland demonstrate innovative low-emission methods. Despite limited processing infrastructure, design circles are showing growing interest in linen due to its ecological qualities and aesthetic value.
This trend is gradually transforming linen from a traditional agricultural product into a luxurious and sustainable textile material with high added value.