5 things we love about hemp

Hemp is one of the most
sustainable fibres out there.

Hemp grows rapidly, is naturally resistant to many insect species, and requires minimal water to cultivate. Its farming practices typically involve little to no use of pesticides and rely largely on natural compost. What’s more, it requires no irrigation and serves as an excellent rotational crop, even enhancing soil health.

Hemp is one of
the strongest fibres.

Clothing made from hemp is not only durable but also easy to care for, standing up to even the most rigorous washing and high temperatures. Hemp fabrics improve with each wash as they adapt to the wearer. In addition, hemp contains no known allergens and feels great on the skin.

Hemp has a unique
role in history.

As one of the earliest domesticated plants in the world, hemp has been indispensable in the advancement of sailing. It was the only fibre capable of withstanding seawater and harsh winds, and was used for everything from ensuring the watertightness of ships, to sails, ropes, sailors’ clothing. Hemp-seed oil was even used in lamps and papermaking, and hemp seeds for food.

Every part of the
hemp plant can be used.

From the hemp seeds to the stalk, fibre, and flower, every part can be used in food, cosmetics, textiles, paper products or construction. It’s no wonder that hemp is known as the ‘Swiss Army Knife’ of plants.

The difference between
hemp and marijuana.

Coming from the same family, Cannabis indica, also known as Indian hemp or marijuana, is a subspecies of Cannabis sativa, the variety grown for fibre. The main difference lies in the THC (psychoactive substance) content, which must be less than 0.3% in plants grown for fibre, and is highly regulated.