NFCs can be processed by various processing techniques like compression molding, hot pressing, resin transfer molding and injection molding. The ideal manufacturing process should be able to transform the raw materials to the desired shape without any defects. The selection of the manufacturing process for the fabrication of NFCs is based on:

1. Desired properties of NFCs.

2. Geometry of resultant composites.

3. Processing limitations of matrix and fibers.

4. Production output desired.

5. Manufacturing cost.

NFCs can be tailor made according to the desired properties of the composite by varying the percent fraction of reinforcement and additives into the polymer matrix. The manufacturing processes might limit the amount and size of fibers to be used as in case of injection molding process. The manufacturing process should be careful­ly chosen while designing the composite. The geometry of the desired composites plays an important role in determining the appropriate fabrication process. Large components are usually manufactured by open mold process where as for small to medium size products compression and injection molding process is preferred. The complexity of geometry of a component also plays an important role in determining the manufacturing process. Usually, complex components which require precision are made by injection molding process. The shape of the component to be made is the replica of the mold cavity. During the molding process the polymer matrix and natural fibers are subjected to heat and both the matrix and natural fibers have a ten­dency to degrade at higher temperatures. Hence, suitable raw materials and appro­priate processing technology should be selected based on the desired performance of the composite. The selection of the manufacturing process for NFCs involves various considerations to be taken into account. The aspect (length/diameter) ratio, interfacial bonding, orientation, and amount of percentage of natural fibers highly influence the properties of the end product.