Tag: hemp

Study Finds Hemp Is An Eco-Friendly Alternative For Dye Removal

Written by Johnny Green on May 14, 2025. Posted in Science.

The textile industry often uses toxic chemicals to prepare fabric, especially in fabric dyeing and finishing processes. Industrial dyes, which can create environmental issues, are commonly used because...

Industrial Hemp’s Market Potential Is Nearly Double Consumable Cannabis’ Potential

Written by Johnny Green on May 11, 2025. Posted in Business.

One of the most insightful moments for me at the recent International Cannabis Business Conference in Berlin occurred during leading international cannabis economist Beau Whitney’s presentation....

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Global Industrial Hemp Market To Experience Continued Growth

Written by Johnny Green on December 30, 2024. Posted in Business.

The global market for industrial hemp and hemp-related products is far from being a new thing. Humans have valued hemp fibers and hemp seeds for thousands of years. It wasn’t until the 20th century...

International Hemp Sector Seeks Science-Based Animal Feed Regulations

Written by Frank Schuler on December 6, 2024. Posted in Policy, Science.

Members of the global hemp sector are calling for uniform international science-based regulations for animal hemp feed. Hemp-derived animal feeds are increasing in popularity as countries worldwide...

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Hemp Leaves No Longer A Novel Food Under EU Law

Written by Hazel Norman on June 7, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Cannabinoid-based products are increasing in popularity across the globe, and particularly so in Europe. ‘Cannabis light’ products are widely available in Europe, although they are not...

Hemp May Be Increasingly Used As A Plant-Based Meat Ingredient

Written by Frank Schuler on March 2, 2023. Posted in Science.

The hemp plant is one of the most versatile crops on earth, capable of producing numerous textiles and wellness products. According to new research out of Japan, it may also be capable of revolutionizing...

Hemp Increases Cow Health – and Reduces Bovine Stress

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 1, 2022. Posted in Science.

A federally funded study published in Scientific Reports suggests that hemp has similar effects on humans and cows A US Department of Agriculture-funded study of hemp-based cattle feed, which has been...

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Yet Another Reason Why Hemp Should Be Used To Clean Up Contaminated Areas

Written by Johnny Green on March 11, 2022. Posted in Science.

It is estimated that there are as many as 10 million contaminated sites around the globe, with over half of those sites involving heavy metal contamination specifically. Heavy metals are metallic elements...

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European Parliament Agrees To Raise THC In Hemp – Equivalent Of US Farm Bill

Written by Marguerite Arnold on December 8, 2021. Posted in Politics.

The European Parliament has agreed to raise the THC limits in hemp to .03%, bringing the EU into line with the US. Will this mean a growing new international hemp trade between the US and Europe? Late...