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Congratulations to Bronwyn Blake, PhD, AgriFutures Australia and all the parties involved in achieving this incredible Phase 2 milestone with the “Opening the Gates to Hemp-Grazed Livestock” report. Hemp Farms Australia is proud to support such groundbreaking research that explores the potential of industrial hemp forage as a sustainable feed for livestock, opening up a […]
Last week, our CEO Lauchlan Grout visited University of Sydney Australian Plant Phenomics Network field day to engage with iHemp NSW members and other industry guests, with a particular focus on our dual-purpose varietal, ‘Ruby.’ The trials showcased impressive results in cover cropping comparisons, highlighting the potential of winter dry-land hemp in the North West […]
Optimal Post-harvest Processing At Hemp Farms Australia, we trust Julian Gehrke and his experienced team to handle our cleaning, grading, and drying with precision. Maintaining crucial moisture levels (7-8%) and 99% seed purity is vital, and their slow, careful dry-down process ensures our seeds retain high viability and germination rates. Gehrke Grains & Transport has […]
While Australian-bred hemp grain and fiber varieties have proven their mettle in irrigated fields, upcoming trials will look at how those genetics perform as dryland winter crops. The trials, to commence in Western Australia next month, will compare two local varieties, dual-purpose Ruby and grain-specific Bundy, against three from China, according to Brisbane-based Hemp Farms […]
Full Research Article: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14486563.2024.2377779 Hemp-based construction materials have increasingly captured attention in recent years as viable alternatives to carbon-intensive materials. A benefit of using hemp (Cannabis sativa L) in construction is its ability to sequester carbon dioxide during plant growth, thereby providing the potential to create carbon-negative materials. However, hemp production can contribute to other […]
Unlocking Scalable Carbon Removal At Hemp Carbon Standard (HCS), we are revolutionizing carbon removal with our scalable and cost-effective HCS RegenAg/Biochar methodology. As the demand for permanent Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) outpaces the supply of engineered credits from DACC, BECCS, and other CCS methodologies, our innovative approach offers a promising alternative for those seeking scalable […]
In short: Australian charity Collective Fashion Justice is urging the government to provide support for industrial hemp to allow more farmers to grow it alongside other natural fibres. It suggests wool producers be supported to switch to the fibre with the goal of reducing the overall number of livestock. What’s next? The Victorian government is […]
Antwerp Fire Brigade to use hemp to decontaminate PFAS-polluted soil (brusselstimes.com) University scientists are working on a pilot project using hemp plants to naturally purify soils contaminated with polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the port village of Lillo, a part of Antwerp. PFAS of “forever chemicals” are a group of synthetic organofluorine chemical compounds that have multiple fluorine atoms attached to […]
By Rachel Simmonds Updated May 15 2024 – Stock & Land Legalise Cannabis Victoria MP Rachel Payne, with “green steel”, housing material made with hemp. Picture by Rachel Simmonds Hemp farmers and manufacturers have showcased their products to Victoria’s politicians ahead of tomorrow’s Hemp Industry Bill debate. Legalise Cannabis Victoria has hosted a showcase event for ministers […]
May 14, 2024 / Europe, Environmental, Farming, Innovation, News, Research University researchers and a village in Belgium are testing the potential of hemp growing for remediation of soil contaminated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) – “forever chemicals” that have long been used in a wide range of industrial and consumer products. The initiative aims to clean up a location in the […]