Hemp

Hemp is the common name used for Cannabis plants that are grown primarily for their fibre content, and can be utilized as a material for a variety of purposes (from textiles, to fuels, to foods for humans and animals alike). Hemp isn't anything new - we've been making use of cannabis plants for thousands of years! However, nearly a century of misinformation and competing industrial interests have left this truly valuable crop in the shadows. North America is only just starting to wake up to the benefits and necessity for hemp again, so we want to spread the word! Read more to learn about the history, benefits and uses of this ancient (but still under used) natural resource!