Biodiversity

This article reviews the scope of the hemp industry in the United States as well as providing information of the growing and cultivation of hemp, including its use to improve soil health and as a cover crop.

Biodiversity

Characterisation of Hemp (Cannabis Sativa L.) Roots under Different Growing Conditions.

Biodiversity

Impact of Organic Cultivation Technology of Fiber Hemp (Cannabis Sativa L) on Soil Agrochemical and Bioecological Properties.

Construction and Biocomposites

This review details the history, usage and prospects of industrial hemp as a reinvigorated agricultural resource. Not only does this paper offer a comprehensive review of the agronomy of industrial hemp but also gives concrete examples of a multitude of its uses.

Construction and Biocomposites

This paper addresses the lack of long-term studies on the use of hemp-lime concrete (HLC) in real climatic conditions at the building scale. HLC has already been proven to possess excellent hygrothermal (moisture + heat) regulation properties as well as low energy requirements.

Construction and biocomposites

This review analyses the renewed interest in industrial hemp as a sustainable agricultural commodity.

Construction and Biocomposites

This paper analyses the feasibility of using industrial hemp as a reinforcement in polymer composites for various industrial applications. Moreover, it addresses the need for a more sustainable alternative for mineral (glass) fibre reinforced structural polymer, in line with Polish and European policy. In addition, this paper gives on overview of the long history of hemps industrial purposes

Construction and Biocomposites

This study compares the hygroscopic activity of three hemp concretes to determine whether composition

and manufacturing impacts its hygric (moisture-related) properties. It does this by analysing thee

measurement of the sorption curve, the water vapor permeability versus humidity and, the moisture

buffer value.

Construction and Biocomposites

This study examined the suitability of 10 different hemp cultivars for commercial animal bedding, using the hurds of the plants. Specifically, it assessed each cultivar’s moisture (M), water absorption (WA) and ammonia absorption (AA).

Sustainable Development and Hemp

This latest paper from EIHA - European Industrial Hemp Association is designed to provide concise, yet comprehensive information on how hemp can contribute to achieving ESG objectives. From environmental benefits such as carbon sequestration and soil remediation to social advantages like job creation and community development, hemp offers a multitude of opportunities for companies committed to sustainability.

Phytoremediation Agriculture

This study investigates the impact of field retting industrial hemp on soil carbon and microbial communities.

Phytoremediation and Heavy Metals

This report focused on addressing heavy metal pollution in soils via hyperaccumulator plants. It focuses on industrial hemp to identify two important response genes: glutathione-disulfide reductase (GSR) and phospholipase D-alpha (PLDa).

Construction and Biocomposites

This study compares the thermal insulator properties of industrial hemp with wood-based materials. The hemp shives were processed to produce hemp fibreboards, using urea-formaldehyde resin. Characteristics tested included density, swelling, screw withdrawal resistance, tensile and building strength.