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Hemp is a part of the Cannabis Sativa plant and was first used in China and the Middle East in 8000 BCE. Having been around for millennia, hemp has quite a bit of history, and this quide will outline the many uses of hemp.
Throughout generations, its growth has been marked with cultivation and how its various uses became incorporated in our daily lives.
The purpose of this guide is to outline the many uses of hemp. Before we dive into its benefits and uses, let us know a bit more about hemp.
What is Hemp?
Let’s get something clear right off the bat – hemp is nothing like marijuana.
Yes, they are both parts of the cannabis family but are very different.
For starters, you cannot get high on hemp as its tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is less than 0.3%. It is a fast-growing plant that takes up to 3 to 6 months grows at a height of almost 15 ft.
Here’s to let you in on a few little known facts:
Did you know that even the US Presidents George Washington and Thomas Jefferson used to
grow hemp?
Another interesting fact: the first 10$ bill in the year 1914 was printed on hemp.
There was also a picture of farmers plowing hemp on the backside of the note.
Cultivation of Hemp
Due to selective breeding, hemp can thrive in almost any kind of environment. But the ideal conditions for cultivation are in warm areas with well-drained soil, rich in organic material.
Currently, in the US, hemp farming is one of the most profitable textile and industrial crops.
For years, hemp had been vilified and put under scrutiny because of its connection to the psychoactive plant marijuana. But with the 2018 Farm Bill, industrial hemp has been made legal on a federal level after years of prohibition.
Top 50 Uses of Hemp
Incredibly versatile, unique, and durable, hemp has been around for centuries and has a wide variety of uses. It is only recently after years of prohibition that hemp is being used to its full potential. This guide will help you browse through the top 50 uses of hemp.
