The SIFOR group is a supplier of sisal, operating in the cultivation and transformation of this natural fiber in Madagascar.
The SIFOR group focuses on the cultivation and harvesting of sisal, a plant whose fibers are used to manufacture various products. The company processes sisal fibers into different finished products, such as ropes, mats, bags, and other items.
The SIFOR group is committed to promoting sustainable agricultural practices, minimizing environmental impact, and fostering biodiversity. The company also contributes to community development by improving education and local infrastructure. The SIFOR group collaborates with NGOs, governmental institutions, and other stakeholders to support sustainable development and promote sisal products.
Sisal fibers come from the Agave Sisalana. This resilient plant grows year-round in hot and arid climates. It is a valuable resource in Madagascar, specifically in the southeast, along the Mandrare River. To thrive, the Agave Sisalana requires no artificial fertilizers or pesticides.
Sisal is a 100% natural and completely biodegradable fiber that boasts unparalleled elegance. It is a vegetable fiber that can be dyed. Thick and strong, sisal is increasingly used in composite materials for the automotive industry, furniture, construction, geotextiles, and as reinforcement fibers in fiberglass, rubber, and concrete products.
Sisal is also found in various products: polishing cloths, bags, rugs, dartboards, mattresses, specialty papers (banknotes, Japanese paper...), and artisanal goods. It is also commonly used in the maritime transport industry for tying small boats and handling cargo.