New research could mean wonders for industrial hemp growers
A test that predicts THC versus CBD in cannabis plants has been developed, which could save industrial hemp growers a lot of time, money and effort.
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Can farming hemp help fight climate change?
A small farm in upstate New York is working to revolutionize the organic farming industry, starting with supporting their local ecosystem while growing, among a variety of grains, hemp — the plant behind the multi-million dollar CBD industry.
6 ways hemp growers can defend their farms against wildfires
As outdoor hemp growers contend with wildfires ravaging the western United States, the need for preventative steps is even more important now that fire season starts earlier and ends later.
USDA Grant Allows WVU Professor to Study ‘Hot’ Hemp Crops
Beginning last month, West Virginia University professor Michael Gutensohn took up a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) project to study the terpene-cannabinoid metabolic network of industrial hemp.
Hemp CBD industry pushes for a 1% THC solution
Hemp industry voices are alerting hemp backers—especially farmers and operators—to petition now to change the definition of hemp from the 0.3% maximum THC content to an even 1%.
What are the Differences Between Hemp and Marijuana?
Most people have heard the words ‘hemp’ and ‘marijuana’ and probably know that they are used to refer to cannabis plants. Many will also know that you can’t get high from smoking hemp. However, a lot of people may not understand the actual difference between hemp and marijuana.
Paraguay to begin hemp marketing soon
Paraguay’s Ministry of Agriculture says marketing hemp products in the country could start as soon as December, with the help of a government program.
USDA Approves Tennessee Hemp Plan
The U.S. Department of Agriculture approved Tennessee’s hemp program for the 2021 season earlier this month, bringing one of the early adopter states into the new era of industrial hemp.
Ecofibre (ASX:EOF) launches Hemp Black facemasks in the U.S.
Hemp company Ecofibre (EOF) has started distributing its Hemp Black facemasks for sale in the United States.
Texas Will Begin Accepting Hemp Production License Applications This Month
The U.S. Department of Agriculture approved a Texas-sized plan to regulate hemp in the Lone Star State Jan. 27. By the end of this month, the Texas Department of Agriculture will begin accepting applications to grow the crop. Demand is expected to be high this year.
USDA Secretary Blames DEA For Strict Hemp Rules
The head of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently said that the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is partly responsible for restrictive policies included in its hemp rules.
USDA approves Montana hemp plan, but state will keep pilot rules for now
Montana agriculture officials have pushed through with getting federal approval on the state’s hemp production plan. But they will still operate the 2020 production season under the existing pilot rules, which expire Oct. 31.