The circular raw material Kaumera is found in wastewater and has versatile properties. It acts as a biostimulant, can retain and repel water, is fire-retardant and an excellent binding agent.
We find applications for Kaumera in agriculture, forestry, horticulture and industry such as bio-based construction.
Highlights
Fascinated bij EPS
Yuemei Lin has been involved with Kaumera from the beginning. in her career, she has always been fascinated by EPS. her knowledge is invaluable to Kaumera.
Young trees benefit from Kaumera
Do young trees grow better when Kaumera is mixed into the soil to retain moisture longer? Trials by gardening company Hoefakker from de Bilt in their nursery were promising.
News
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From Lab to Market: “You need partners who believe in it”
6 November 2025Interview with TU Delft’s Mark van Loosdrecht on bringing biopolymers like Kaumera from lab to market and why industry partnerships are essential.
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Anand Raja Joins Kaumera to drive biopolymer innovation
26 September 2025Kaumera expands team: Anand Raja appointed as Application Research Engineer.
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Kaumera confirmed as effective biostimulant for bell peppers under drought stress
31 July 2025Kaumera foliar spray increases bell pepper fruit weight by 16.4% under drought stress, new Landlab trials confirm. Promising biostimulant for horticulture.
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Kaumera facts
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20%
less watering is required for young plants
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45%
more soil activity thanks to Kaumera as an additive
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35%
less sludge discharge due to Kaumera extraction