Review of Some Factors Influencing Jute Fiber Quality

Abstract

Different factors that influence the production of quality jute fibers are presented. These include the soil, retting, and jute genotype. Several soil quality parameters influence fiber quality. Different aspects of retting, right from quality and quantity of retting water, microorganisms with balanced pectinolytic and xylanase activities with minimal or low cellulase activities, largely determine fiber quality. Efficient pectinolytic bacteria as well as fungi could be used in retting process. Future research needed in this respect has been expressed.