As new and sustainable methods for tackling the world’s problems gains more and more traction, hemp has become more of a center of focus. Hemp grown for fiber has gained popularity in recent years thanks to research from organizations and individuals from around the world. Hemp fiber can be used to create a number of…
Texas is known for a lot of things. BBQ, rodeos, football…and hemp? As the hemp industry evolves, the Lone Star state is showing the world just why they say everything is bigger in Texas. It is estimated that by the end of 2022, over 2,000 acres of hemp will have been grown in Texas alone….
As the 2018 Farm Bill comes to the end of its outlined life, lawmakers are looking to update the legislation to keep up with the evolving hemp and agricultural industries. After the 2018 Farm Bill was signed by President Trump, the hemp industry took full flight, evolving into what we know it today. According to…
As the hemp industry continues to grow, niche sectors are emerging on the market. This age old plant has been utilized in new ways to help combat modern problems like soil erosion, deforestation, and the housing crisis. In December 2022, Yahoo Finance published the findings from the Hemp Industries Association showing the current supply chain…
Tennessee State University receives $4.9 million grant from USDA As the hemp industry grows, finding new ways to increase its sustainability becomes an even greater focus for the global community. The United States has been a leader in the industry for years, helping explore new possibilities concerning the hemp plant. The research surrounding the hemp…
The hemp industry has been busting down barriers left and right, including international one. This year at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, hemp was a special focus for the assembly. This new spotlight brings the individual industries of each nation together in a unique way that has not been explored for hundreds…
When planting your garden, one of the first things to think about is the soil your plants will grow in. We all want our plants to be the healthiest and happiest they can possibly be. And while there are hundreds of different soils to grow in, the rise in sustainable and biodegradable materials used for…
There has been a lot of buzz surrounding the possibility of hemp based feed being used in the agricultural industry. As rising demand for hay due to summer droughts has placed strain on our food supply, researchers have begun to look for alternative livestock feed options. According to Psy.org, a team of researchers from the…
The need for sustainable soil preservation and erosion repair has become a focal point of conversation in recent years. As a result, some towns have incorporated hemp as a way to help improve the quality of life for their residents. This is the case for the city of Decatur in Illinois, whose water quality improvement…
Paper is a commodity we all use, no matter our age or what we do in our lives. It helps us remember the items we need to grab from the grocery store and is the canvas for some of the greatest works of art known to mankind. But as sustainability becomes a focal point in…