Chronicle Book Review: Hemp Bound
With Hemp Bound, veteran journalist Doug Fine has embraced an enthusiastic new role as an apostle of weed's country cousin. He's taken up the mantle of Jack Herer, but with more rigorous scientific backing,
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Building the First Public Use Hemp Building in the United States
Matthew Mead and Tyler Mauri are behind the first ever public use hemp building using Hempcrete, a sustainable material created by blending hemp hurds.
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Instafire: Toke Soaps by Rad Soaps
The Toke Hemp Body Bar, with a blend of hemp and other natural oils, is a "green" themed toke soap. I couldn't even wait to get out the shower to get this 420 weekend off to a bang.
Tennessee: Lawmakers Approve Measures Reclassifying Hemp as an Agricultural Commodity
State lawmakers have signed off on legislation to reclassify and regulate industrial hemp, it now goes to Republican Gov. Bill Haslam for his signature.
Indiana: Lawmakers Approve Legislation Reclassifying Hemp as an Agricultural Commodity
Indiana House and Senate lawmakers have signed off on legislation, Senate Bill 357, to reclassify and regulate industrial hemp. As passed, the measure reclassifies cannabis possessing less than 0.3 percent THC as an industrial crop
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Momentum Builds In Puerto Rico For Major Marijuana Reforms
If approved, Puerto Rico will become the first U.S. overseas territory to join 20 states, including Washington, D.C., to reform their marijuana laws.
Product Review: RedHook's Joint Effort Ale
RedHook partnered with Hilliards to produce the Joint Effort, a "dubious collaboration between two buds." Joint Effort is a brew made from hemp seeds, Zeus, Cascade, and Summit hops.
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South Carolina Hemp Bill Moves Forward, MMJ Bill Introduced
A South Carolina hemp bill has cleared the Senate agricultural panel, and a bill to allow patients to use CBD-rich oils was introduced.
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Earliest Hemp Fabric Found in 9,000-Year-Old House
Excavation of the stone age city Çatalhöyük in Turkey has yielded the earliest hemp fabric ever found.
Hemp Amendment Becomes Law as Prez Signs Farm Bill
President Obama signed into law the omnibus farm bill, which includes an amendment allowing for research into hemp production in states that authorize it.
Farm Bill Passes Second Chamber With Hemp, No Drug Testing
The Senate passed the Farm Bill, meaning that the legislation, which authorizes industrial hemp growing by universities, will now go to President Obama.
In Breakthrough, Farm Bill Includes Hemp Amendment
The federal farm bill approved by Congressional conference committee negotiators includes the hemp amendment that was approved by the House last year
German Cannabis Activist George Wurth Wins a Million Euros!
Cannabis activist George Wurth of the German Hemp Association (Deutscher Hanf Verband) has won a million-Euro prize to expand the group's legalization activism from the German television program Millionaire Choice (Millionaerswahl).
High Scientist: Check out Zeoform, A New Plastic Alternative Made from Hemp
Using hemp, an Australian company is now producing products made of Zeoform, a revolutionary material that can apparently be made into just about anything.
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Hemp Trade Alliance: Canadian Regulations Impeding Growth
Canadian regulations are restricting industry growth, according to the Hemp Trade Alliance.
New Jersey Assembly Committee Approves Industrial Hemp
“We commend the Committee for taking a common sense approach to allow the growth of industrial hemp in New Jersey,” stated NORML NJ Director Evan Nison.
Hemp Seeds, Great Ways to Add This Healthy Food to Your Diet
Hemp seeds are among the nutrient-dense healthy foods I incorporate into my regular diet. I eat hemp seeds shelled and raw, which has a slightly nutty...
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Tennessee Considers Legalizing Hemp
Tennessee Senator Frank Niceley is drafting legislation to remove barriers to hemp production, legalizing hemp in Tennessee if it passes.