Canadian Hemp Crop Looks Good

Commodity News Service Canada Canada s hemp crop came off in good shape this year, with better-than-average yields and no serious quality issues, according to an industry source. We re seeing average to above-average yields, said Anndrea Hermann, of Manitobabased hemp processor Hemp Oil Canada and vice-president of the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance. On the

Hemp Genome Deciphered

staff / The fine line between the stuff rope and paper are made of, and the stuff Cheech and Chong s movies are made of, has been found on the plant s genome. A team of Canadian researchers has sequenced the genome of Cannabis sativa, which, depending on the strain, is known for its industrial


Canadian Hemp Acres On The Rise

Canadian farmers are expected to grow more hemp this year. Demand for both the seed and fibre is increasing, and the crop can offer good returns to producers, according to an industry official. “This year there is a lot of optimism in the market,” said Kim Shukla, executive director of the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance,

Province releases national hemp strategy with industry partners

Manitoba’s reputation as a leader in the hemp industry is being reinforced with a national hemp strategy that identifies new opportunities for farmers, processors, researchers and exporters, Agriculture Food and Rural Initiatives Minister Rosann Wowchuk announced Nov. 12. “Manitoba’s farmers and processors are at the leading edge of hemp production,” said Wowchuk. “We are among