Peat

Latvian Peat Association

Latvian Peat Association (LPA) was established in 1996. LPA unites Latvian peat producers, entrepreneurs and natural persons, which have given significant investment for the industry development.
The aim of the Association is to stimulate the development of Latvian peat producers’ industry, creation of workplaces and a rational, environment-friendly and sustainable use of peat resources, preservation of environmental diversity and bog resources, as well as to represent and defend the interests of members.

PEAT - FOR HEALTHY FOOD AND A GREEN ENVIRONMENT

Latest News

Upcoming Event: Baltic Peat Producers Forum (BPPF) 2026 in Pärnu, Estonia

The Baltic Peat Producers Forum (BPPF 2026) is returning this autumn! This year’s event will take place from September 23–25, 2026, in the coastal city of Pärnu, Estonia, hosted by our colleagues at the Estonian Peat Association.

Prolonged rainfall threatens peat extraction – industry calls for state of emergency

This summer, Latvia’s peat extraction industry is enduring one of its toughest seasons on record - with average harvests reaching just 29% of the planned volume.

Latvian Peat Association has entered contract No. SKV[1]TL-2022/26 with the Latvian Investment and Development Agency for support of the measure “International promotion of competitiveness” program co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund.