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Introduction The effects of human activity on the environment, notably the discharge of harmful substances into our ecosystems, have come to more people’s attention worldwide in recent years. Hazardous compounds have gotten into everything from industrial processes to everyday consumer goods, including the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the land we depend […]

Introduction The construction industry seeks innovative solutions for reducing carbon footprints to achieve sustainable living and environmentally responsible construction practices. One such eco-friendly construction is possible with Hempcrete. Constructing buildings with Hempcrete is gaining popularity nowadays, as it is an eco-friendly substitute for construction materials. Hempcrete is an appealing alternative to traditional construction materials due to […]

The National Industrial Hemp Council (NIHC) sent a letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Nov. 3, urging the federal agency to approve hemp as an animal feed ingredient.  In the letter, the NIHC referred to a virtual webinar it co-hosted with the American Association of Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) on Aug. 9, which addressed the steps needed to approve hemp […]

Testing and compliance experts say fraudulent practices could be detrimental to consumer trust. Various hemp cannabinoid products in the marketplace may not have the same cannabinoid content as their labels state, and they may contain harmful contaminants, sources tell Cannabis Business Times. As CBT has reported, “lab shopping” is an issue that occurs in state-legal cannabis markets. There […]

A national animal food group is urging Idaho officials to delay enforcement of a ban on sales of animal foods that contain hemp or hemp derivatives. The ban, set to go into effect next Tuesday (Nov. 1), was announced by the state’s Department of Agriculture in July. Affected are CBD and other hemp-derived products intended for pets […]