Hemp Research

Tokyo Scientists Uncover Enzyme That Could Lead to Anti-Bacterial Pesticides for Cannabis, Other Crops

The enzyme plays a pivotal role in the biosynthesis of a compound used by pathogenic bacteria Xanthomonas to accelerate its ability to cause diseases.

Amazon’s CBD, Hemp and Delta-8 Problem

A new study of hemp products sold on Amazon found that nearly half contained no hemp, several contained high doses of delta-8 THC, and more than half made an unapproved medical claim, among other concerns.

Researchers Wrap Up 2nd Year of Hemp Breeding Study Aimed at Optimizing Genetics for Domestic Farmers

Cornell University recently received two grants to support a three-year research program meant to streamline hemp cultivation for grain, fiber and CBD production in various U.S. regions.

Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research’s Hemp Research Consortium Provides Grants to Cornell University for Hemp Breeding Program

The research aims to improve yields and traits in U.S. hemp crops.

Research Explores How to Reduce Transplanting Stress in Autoflowering Cannabis

A trial conducted in Western New York sheds insight on how transplant timing and container size can impact plant growth in autoflowering plants.

USDA Survey Shows Hemp Industry’s Dramatic Decline

2022 figures for seed, floral, fiber and grain production were down across the board compared to 2021.

Hemp Numbers Plummet Across the Board in 2022 USDA Acreage and Production Survey

The value of industrial hemp totaled $238 million in 2022, down 71% from $824 million in 2021.

Hemp Building Institute Opens to Help Progress Industry Forward

HBI President and Founder Jacob Waddell will work alongside a board of directors of industry professionals to help tackle industry-wide barriers and establish the necessary standards and testing procedures for hemp building materials.

'2023 is the Year’: Q&A With U.S. Hemp Building Association President Henry Gage Jr.

Gage describes the USHBA’s latest advancements in the hemp building industry and what the organization has in store for 2023.

Risky Research

Far-Red Research

Bruce Bugbee, Ph.D., is shaking up the lighting world with his findings on far-red photons. Here's how he and other industry researchers have impacted cannabis science as we know it ... and what may come next.

In 2022, Outdoor Cannabis and Hemp Growers Braced for and Encountered Climate Change Effects

Severe weather events, such as drought, wildfires, heat waves and hurricanes have impacted cannabis production and motivated employee health and safety protocols.

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