The biocomposite market cannot grow fast enough (WK-intern) - Fibre reinforced polymers (FRPs) are predominantly made of synthetic fibres, such as glass or carbon, and a petrochemically sourced thermosetting resin or thermoplastic matrix. However, natural fibres and resins are on the rise because of their beneficial properties, competitive cost, legislative drivers, and consumer preferences. IDTechEx forecasts the revenue for bast fibres used in composite parts to exceed $140m by 2027, which would have been greater still if the supply could be grown fast enough to match the burgeoning demand. Wood fibres have been extensively used in composite materials for applications such as garden decking,