Tag: flax
How flax became the forgotten cash crop of 19th-century Ohio
Long before modern synthetic fibers, flax was arguably the most vital crop across 19th-century Ohio. Learn about the history of this ancient plant, how settlers harvested it to make durable linen and linseed oil, and why its agricultural legacy is worth remembering today.
What would it take to build a natural fiber future in...
Ohio State University's "Farm to Fashion" event on April 21 brought together farmers and natural fiber advocates to discuss a natural fiber industry future in Ohio.
