American colonists primarily grew hemp, the non-psychoactive form of cannabis, and for good reasons. In this post from Civilized, read about the six most common ways the colonists used hemp. Next Thursday is Thanksgiving, a holiday for us to reflect on the things we’re thankful for in our lives. But if you asked the American colonists living during the time of the first ... Continue Reading
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McConnell Sure Farm Bill Will Be Legalizing Hemp
McConnell has put his considerable clout behind legalizing hemp as an agricultural commodity. This post from Leafly discusses why there’s a high possibility of it happening. The Senate’s top Republican guarantees the final version of the farm bill will include legalization of hemp. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said Friday that completing work on a new farm bill ... Continue Reading
What Makes Hemp One of The Best Sources for Plant Protein?
Hemp protein is not only full of health benefits, but it's also environmentally friendly. This post from Green Flower shares insights about this exceptional plant protein. Did you know hemp is one of nature’s best sources for a plant-based protein? Made from grinding the seeds of a hemp plant, hemp protein powder is full of essential fats and vitamins. In fact, hemp ... Continue Reading
Did CBD Get A Quiet Go-Ahead From DEA?
DEA quietly approves CBD and other non-psychoactive cannabinoids. This post from Westword highlights how hemp still needs to be formally, federally removed as a Schedule I drug. The industrial-hemp industry may have gotten a nod of approval from the Drug Enforcement Administration in late May, when the agency clarified that not all compounds of cannabis fall under the ... Continue Reading
What’s the Deal with CBD’s Rising Popularity?
It can help treat pain, isn't addictive and won't get you high. Is CBD really the miracle drug? In this post from Rolling Stone, read about how CBD became the unexpected star of legal weed. These days, a significant number of cannabis users aren't getting stoned – and they're not trying to. Instead, the products they're consuming are high in cannabidiol, or CBD, a compound ... Continue Reading