Hemp is often referred to as nature’s purifier. For every ton of hemp produced, 1.63 tons of carbon is removed from the air, making hemp more effective at removing carbon dioxide from the air than trees.
There are thousands of uses for its seed, oil and fiber. The North American Industrial Hemp Council estimates hemp can be used to make more than 25 thousand products including food, textiles, paper and even building materials.
Top 5 Environmental Benefits of Hemp
1. Uses less water
2. Prevents soil erosion
3. Pest resistant
4. Reduces CO2
5. Drought tolerant
Original author: Cannabis News