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Fast-growing industrial hemp could soon play a vital role in cleaning up PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) contaminated soils, according to Hemp Farms Australia (HFA). PFAS, a group of persistent and toxic chemicals, have contaminated large areas across Australia due to extensive use in firefighting foams. In a submission to a Senate Select Committee on […]
Our Hemp Farms Australia team and I are proud to introduce Wongarra —our newest FIBRE varietal to hit the market after 4 years of meticulous selective breeding and trait optimisation. Engineered for exceptional versatility across multiple latitudes, Wongarra is designed to deliver outstanding FIBRE performance and adaptability for growers everywhere. We have listened to the […]
Hemp is making headlines again, and this time it’s Hollywood meets sustainability! ✨ Zac Efron’s plans to build an eco-friendly “hempcrete” house in Australia have just been approved by council, shining a spotlight on the incredible potential of industrial hemp in sustainable construction. As leaders in Australia’s hemp industry, we at Hemp Farms Australia are thrilled to see […]
More from our recent trip to University of Sydney Narrabri Plant Breeding Centre and tour of Good Earth Cotton®. Collaboration, Communication and Clear Foresight were key takeaways from these visits. We want to thank Guy Roth, Thomas O’Donoghue, Edward C., John Muir and Rob Eccles for their continued effort and drive within the Australian Industrial […]