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Hemp is one of the most sustainable products on the planet. It can be used for food, fuel, textiles, and even building materials. Not only is hemp so useful — but hemp farming is also incredibly environmentally friendly.
This wonder crop can grow in a variety of climates with very little water, absorbs massive amounts of CO₂, doesn’t require the use of harmful pesticides, and can help improve soil health. All these reasons make supporting hemp and hemp-derived products — like CBD — a great choice for those looking to live a more sustainable lifestyle.
Hemp is a versatile crop that has been used for centuries for a variety of purposes. Hemp is a strain of the cannabis plant — the strain that contains CBD and less than 0.3% THC.
In the US, hemp production was banned until the 2018 Farm Bill reclassified hemp as an agricultural commodity. Since then, the hemp industry has been growing rapidly. More recently, industrial hemp cultivation has led to a boom in CBD production.
There are so many reasons why hemp is good for the environment. The uses are pretty much endless, and the hemp farming itself supports a sustainable agricultural system.
Take a look at how this renewable resource can help show the planet some love.
Hemp is very effective at capturing and storing carbon dioxide (CO₂). It’s one of the most efficient carbon sequestering plants in the world. Per acre, hemp can capture more CO₂ than trees.(1)
This is important because the release of greenhouse gasses like CO₂ is a major contributor to climate change. By sequestering carbon, hemp may be a tool to help slow down the effects of climate change.
The need for paper puts pressure on the forests and sustainable forestry management. There's a demand for non-wood-based raw materials for the paper industry.
Hemp yields more biomass than wood — up to two times more.(2) Hemp is also much faster growing than trees. Trees take a decade or more to grow, whereas hemp can reach full maturity in as little as four months.
This all means that hemp could be used as a sustainable source of paper products, which would help to protect our forests.
Hemp is well adapted to growing in a variety of climates and terrains. It can also be grown in tight spaces and still do well.(3)
This is great news for farmers as it means that they can cultivate hemp even if they live in an agriculturally-challenging climate or don’t have a lot of land.
Not only can hemp grow basically anywhere, it needs very little to do so. It’s a very drought-tolerant plant, needing minimal amounts of water to grow.
And best of all, hemp’s easily grown without harmful pesticides. Hemp is perfect for growing organically, because it naturally repels pests. This helps to keep water and soil clean and healthy.
Hemp crops help to combat ground erosion, as the roots of the plant help to hold the soil in place. Hemp can also clean up polluted soil — a practice known as bioremediation — as it's a bioaccumulating plant.
This helps to keep the land stable, purer, and more fertile. Organic hemp farming can be an awesome way to leave the land in better condition than it was before!
So far, we’ve covered why hemp is such an environmentally-friendly crop. But it has a variety of uses that make it even more valuable for sustainability efforts.
Hemp can be grown to create many products, including paper, clothing, insulation, biodegradable plastics, and even fuel. As a building material, hemp can make structures more energy and resource efficient, reducing their drag on the environment.
Hemp is also a great source of food. The seeds are high in protein and essential fatty acids. And most recently, CBD oil has been extracted from hemp, which has a variety of potential health benefits.
Be sure to check out our blog Hemp — It’s In There! [Hemp Uses & Products] for an impressive list of hemp products.
CBD is one of the most common products made from hemp. Unlike THC, CBD is non-psychoactive, meaning it won’t get you high.
Industrial hemp is a great source of CBD because it contains very little THC (less than 0.03%), so it’s safe and legal to use in the United States.
Many people turn to CBD for a variety of reasons — including pain relief, anxiety reduction, sleep support, and more. And organic CBD oil can be used to support an overall wellness regime.
So, hemp’s not
At Pure Craft, we believe that hemp and CBD products can be a force of greatness. We’re committed to pure products and sustainability, and these start at the source.
We get our hemp from farms using organic practices so the crops are growing in healthy, living soils. This means that our products are not only doing the planet good — they’re doing a world of good for you, too!
When you choose Pure Craft, you’re choosing products that are:
By buying organic hemp products — like hemp-derived CBD — you're not only supporting your wellness. You're also supporting organic hemp farming, which in turn helps to protect our environment. It's a win-win-win!
When shopping for CBD products, just be sure to look for wording like “organically grown” in the product description or certifications like “USDA Organic.”
Hemp truly is a sustainability superstar, and has a lot to offer the planet and its people. It’s sturdy, fast-growing, and all parts can be made into different products — including CBD.
From its ability to capture carbon to its many uses as a renewable resource, hemp is a versatile and sustainable plant that can help us create a better future.
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