Louisiana's Industrial Hemp Pioneer

Building a
Carbon-Negative
American South

The first company in Louisiana to successfully grow, harvest, and process industrial hemp from seed to structure — turning one of the world's most versatile crops into the building blocks of tomorrow's economy.

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1st
In Louisiana to process hemp
4×
More fiber per acre than trees
95%
Less water than cotton
CO₂
Sequestered, not emitted
Delta AgroFiber hemp field Louisiana
Mandeville, Louisiana
Our Story

Born in the Bayou.
Built for the Future.

Delta AgroFiber Solutions was founded on a conviction that agriculture can lead the charge in sustainability. Led by CEO Shawn Ledig — structural engineer, regenerative agriculture advocate, and American South entrepreneur — we became Louisiana's first company to successfully grow, harvest, and process USDA-compliant industrial hemp for fiber and bioplastics.

What began as a bold idea to reclaim underutilised farmland has grown into a pioneering operation transforming Louisiana's agricultural landscape through innovation, collaboration, and grit.

2020
First harvest. Louisiana's first commercial industrial hemp crop, grown from certified seed on reclaimed farmland in St. Tammany Parish.
2022
Seed to structure. First Louisiana company to process hemp from field through to fibre, hurd, and structural material outputs.
2024
Good Delta Biochar. Launch of premium carbon-negative biochar product from sustainable Louisiana hardwood and hemp feedstocks.
2026
Scaling the Delta. Expanding farmer partnerships, carbon credit programmes, and hempcrete construction supply across the American South.
What We Produce

One Plant.
Dozens of Industries Transformed.

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Industrial Hemp Seed
Hand-selected cultivars tested and proven in Louisiana's unique climate. Backed by performance data, regional adaptation, and direct agronomic support.
Varieties available
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Delta Hempcrete Lime
$120/ton. Engineered for performance and sustainability. Optimal binding, breathability, and strength for carbon-smart construction. Milled in Louisiana.
Available now
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Good Delta Biochar
Premium carbon-negative soil amendment from sustainably sourced hardwood, pine, and industrial hemp. Produced using EPA-compliant clean pyrolysis technology.
Coming soon
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Hemp Bast Fibre
Long-strand fibre for automotive composites, construction panels, technical textiles, and bioplastics. Stronger than fibreglass. Lighter than steel. Fully biodegradable.
In development
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Hemp Hurd
The carbon-negative woody core of the stalk. Primary input for hempcrete, animal bedding, insulation panels, and biochar production. Turning agricultural waste into structural gold.
Processing now
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Carbon Credits
Verified carbon credits from hemp biochar production and regenerative farming practices. A new income stream for Louisiana growers participating in the Delta programme.
Programme open
Why Industrial Hemp

The Numbers That
Change the Conversation.

4×
More Fibre Per Acre Than Trees
Industrial hemp produces four times the usable fibre per acre compared to timber. A single growing season. No replanting cycle measured in decades.
95%
Less Water Than Cotton
Hemp requires a fraction of the water demand of conventional cotton agriculture — critical for sustainable production in an era of increasing climate pressure on water resources.
−CO₂
Carbon Negative as It Grows
Hemp sequesters carbon as it grows and locks it into biochar, hempcrete, and fibre products for decades. It does not just stop emitting — it actively removes carbon from the atmosphere.
100+
Industrial Applications
From construction materials and automotive composites to bioplastics, biofuels, textiles, and nutraceuticals — one crop displaces petroleum-based inputs across dozens of industries simultaneously.
Supporting Louisiana Farmers

From Seed to Sale.
We Are With You.

01
Agronomic Consulting
Expert guidance on hemp cultivation in Louisiana's American South conditions. Cultivar selection, planting schedules, soil preparation, and crop management from Delta's team and partners.
02
Crop Purchase Agreements
Guaranteed buyback contracts for hemp fibre, hurd, and biomass. Growers in the Delta programme have a reliable market for their harvest before a seed goes in the ground.
03
Soil Testing and Improvement
Precision soil analysis and targeted amendment programmes including Delta's own agricultural lime and biochar — building the soil biology that supports yields season after season.
04
Carbon Credit Structuring
Delta structures and administers verified carbon credit programmes for participating farmers — creating a new revenue stream on top of crop income for growers adopting regenerative practices.
05
Harvest and Processing Support
Hands-on support through harvest logistics, field-to-facility transport, and processing standards — ensuring every crop meets specification from the moment it is cut.
06
Research and Development
Partnership with colleges, universities, and industry to advance hemp science in the American South — developing new cultivars, processing techniques, and market applications specific to Louisiana conditions.
Why Louisiana
"What began as a bold idea to reclaim underutilised farmland has grown into a pioneering company transforming Louisiana's agricultural landscape. Every acre we plant is a step toward healthier soil, cleaner air, and a more resilient future."
Shawn Ledig — CEO, Delta AgroFiber Solutions LLC
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For Farmers

Your Land.
Your Legacy.

Whether you are reclaiming underperforming fields, diversifying into fibre crops, or transitioning to regenerative practices — Delta provides the seed, the support, and the guaranteed market to make it work.

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For Investors

The Infrastructure
America Needs.

Louisiana's first vertically integrated industrial hemp operation represents a ground-floor opportunity in one of the fastest-growing sectors of the American agricultural economy. The market is real. The product is ready. The team is proven.

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Something Big.

Whether you are a farmer, builder, investor, or simply curious about what we do — we want to hear from you. Reach out with questions, ideas, or partnership opportunities.

Location
Mandeville, Louisiana — St. Tammany Parish
Email
shawn@deltaagrofiber.com
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