We heard that Prohibition Creamery had a CBD ice cream flavor, so we knew Ministry of Hemp had to go check it out!

Owner & founder, Laura Aidan, told us about how she discovered CBD and why she decided to make a CBD ice cream! We also got to try the flavor, “Afternoon Delight.”

Spoiler alert: we loved it and it definitely had us feeling relaxed after! If you are in or visiting Austin, check out Prohibition Creamery!

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In today’s article we’re going to be looking at the newest cannabinoid to rock the health and wellness industry since CBD made its splash a few years back. 

What’s interesting about CBG is that it’s sort of an enigmatic cannabinoid. Cannabis plants contain only trace amounts, yet it’s considered the “mother of all cannabinoids.” And, because it’s found in such small amounts, it makes it tough to study and research. 

“You have to be able to get enough to be able to test it and study it.”

With that said, we’re going to share what we do know about this amazing cannabinoid, so you can determine if it’s right for you. 

Table of contents

• Why is cannabigerol the ‘mother of all cannabinoids’?
• Video Introduction to CBG
• What is CBG?
• What are the benefits of CBG
• Why is it so expensive?
• Possible drug interactions
• CBD vs. CBG
• How to take CBG
• Is cannabigerol just hype?

The ‘mother of all cannabinoids’

Before we jump into what all the fuss is about, it’s important to first give an overview of the science behind this cannabinoid, and why it’s considered the “mother” of all other cannabinoids. 

You see, cannabinoids start out in an acidic form. Before CBD becomes CBD, it starts out as Cannabidiolic acid (CBDA) and through heat or sunlight the acid burns off and you’re left with CBD. The same is true for THC and other cannabinoids; CBG is the precursor for this.

Cannabigerol (CBG) starts out as Cannabigerolic acid and morphs into other acid based cannabinoids, which in turn through heat and sunlight form into their various non-acid cannabinoids, such as CBD, THC, etc. 

Want a quick introduction to CBG? This video will get you started. Our video producer Desiree explains the basics of CBG, including comparing it with CBD, the better known compound made from hemp.

Thanks to our friends at Social CBD for sponsoring this video introduction to CBG!

We explain CBG in a lot more detail in the article below.

What is CBG oil?

So what exactly is CBG? Like CBD, CBG is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid — it won’t make you “feel high.” It’s most abundant in high-CBD hemp plants. High CBG strains also typically contain low levels of THC — the most common cannabinoid that is psychoactive. 

CBG works directly on receptors in our brain and nervous system, including CB1 and CB2 receptors, 5-HT1A and alpha-2 receptors, along with the TRPV1 and 2 receptors, and some other cannabinoid receptors. That sounds complex, so just know that brain receptors affect our senses, thoughts, mood, and even our central nervous system. 

CBG may even lessen the effects of paranoia sometimes caused by THC.

Possible benefits of CBG

Although medical studies are just getting underway, this compound shows great promise in aiding or treating a number of ailments.

We examined a number of published articles and research studies. We found healthline.com had the most thorough list of the medicinal benefits of CBG. Below is a summary of our research:

• Inflammatory bowel disease.  According to a 2013 study conducted on mice, CBG reduced the inflammation that is common with inflammatory bowel disease.
• Glaucoma. According to a 2008 study, CBG showed promise in treating glaucoma because it reduces intraocular pressure. 
• Bladder dysfunctions. A 2015 study examined the effects of five different cannabinoids on the bladder, and concluded that cannabigerol showed the most promise in treating bladder dysfunctions.
• Huntington’s disease.  According to a 2015 study on mice, this cannabinoid might hold the key in treating neurodegenerative conditions such as Huntington’s disease. 
• Bacterial infections.  According to a 2008 study, CBG can kill bacteria, particularly methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). MRSA is a bacterial infection that is hard to treat and dangerous to those with the infection.
• Colon cancer. According to a 2008 study that looked at colon cancer in rats concluded that CBG might reduce the growth of colon cancer cells and other tumors.
• Appetite loss.  Another study on rats in 2016 showed that CBG might stimulate the appetite.  This could prove valuable to those with HIV or cancer. 
• Regulates Mood. Cannabigerol is believed to regulate mood by boosting anandamide, the body’s native cannabinoid ‘bliss’ molecule.

Of course, initial research is just that: an indication that this substance requires closer study. Just because something shows promise in the lab, or on rats, does not mean it will always help people in the real world.

One of the problems with studying CBG is the price – It’s expensive. 

Why is CBG so Expensive?

Like most things, the price of CBG comes down to supply and demand.  When the popularity of CBD really first hit the marketplace, the price was also high due to a lack of supply versus demand.

“You have to be able to get enough to be able to test it and study it.”

Perry Solomon, M.D., medical cannabis expert

However, CBG is a little different. As we touched on earlier, most hemp plants only contain trace amounts of CBG. In fact, a high-CBD hemp strain might contain as much as 20% CBD and only 1% of CBG. That means it takes huge amounts of biomass (hemp plant material) to a tiny amount of extract. Obviously, this increases the price.

According to Kent Vrana Ph.D., chair of the department of pharmacology at Penn State College of Medicine, that’s because cannabigerol doesn’t stick around for long.

In an article published on MSN.com chair of the department of pharmacology, Kent Vrana Ph.D., says it best “The plant (cannabis) generally doesn’t store it or accumulate CBG because it all gets converted to THC, CBD, and another compound,” Vrana told MSN.com.

There is an opportunity cost that comes down to two choices:

1. Capture CBG before it synthesizes into the other cannabinoids (early harvest)
2. Wait to harvest and get only trace amounts of CBG at full harvest.

No matter which choice is made, something else must give. If you capture CBG before it synthesizes, you aren’t able to harness the other cannabinoids. If you wait until a full harvest, you get only trace amounts of cannabigerol. 

According to Vrana, “plant biologists are now creating strains to increase the amount of CBG.”

Hopefully, prices will come down at some point. 

Interactions with medications

We still need to learn more about how CBG interacts with other medications.

Presently, there are no known interactions when combining CBG with medications. That could change as CBG sees more research and widespread usage. As always, it’s best to check with your doctor before taking CBG or any other cannabinoid. 

Users do need to need to be aware when taking medications that come with a grapefruit warning. We know that CBD can bind to the same enzymes that grapefruit does, specifically CYP450 enzymes. That could theoretically cause the body to take longer to process the drug, increasing levels in the bloodstream. Right now, we’re still learning how this works with CBD, so we know even less about CBG.

The most common medication types with grapefruit warnings are:

• Cholesterol medications
• Blood pressure medications
• Heart rhythm medications
• Anti-infection medications
• Mood medications
• Blood thinners
• Pain medications
• Erectile dysfunction and prostate medications

Be sure to check with your doctor before combining any of these drugs with CBG or CBD.

CBG vs. CBD 

Besides the fact CBD and CBG are different cannabinoid compounds, there are more similarities than differences between the two.

Both CBD and CBG:

• Are Non-Psychoactive (won’t alter your state of mind)
• Can counter the effects of THC
• Have medicinal properties
• All natural
• Anti-Inflammatory
• Anti-Bacterial
• Have neuroprotective properties
• Can lower glaucoma-related pressure

Can these two cannabinoids be taken together? Absolutely! In fact, it’s encouraged. Certain cannabinoids are known to work well together. CBD and CBG are two that do.  

CBD regulates levels of the body’s natural cannabinoids, which bind to brain receptors. CBG works closely with those same receptors. So, in a sense by combining the two, you’re getting benefits from both sides, a synergistic approach. 

For more information about these two cannabinoids, check out our complete CBD vs. CBG comparison.

How to take CBG

There are multitudes of ways to dose CBG. In general, taking this compound will be similar to CBD.

Here are the most common ways to take CBG:

Take a tincture

Just like CBD, tinctures are the most common way to take CBG. CBG, along with other cannabinoids, are extracted from hemp plants. Then, they’re mixed with a carrier oil (like hemp seed oil or MCT oil) to make a tincture.

Cannabinoids can easily be combined in tincture form, meaning some products may contain cannabigerol alone while many more combine CBG with CBD and other trace cannabinoids.

How to consume: Tincture drops should be applied under the tongue and held for 60-90 seconds before swallowing.

Smoking high CBG flower

Instead of undergoing the extraction process, it’s possible to simply smoke strains of hemp that are high in CBG. Smoking is one of the most rapid and efficient ways of absorbing cannabinoids. As long as it contains less than 0.3% THC, hemp flower is fully legal to possess and consume in most parts of the U.S.

How to consume: The method is the same as other smokable hemp or cannabis products. You can buy pre-rolled hemp “joints,” or hemp buds that can be broken up and rolled into joints or smoked in a pipe.

Other ways to take CBG

• You may be able to obtain an isolate powder. Take the powder directly. Just like CBD isolate powder, cannabigerol isolate can be taken directly under the tongue, sprinkled over food, etc. It is fat-soluble so it will dissolve nicely in liquids with a high fat content. 
• Topically in skin-care creams. Since this compound has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, it makes perfect sense to incorporate it into skin care products. There are companies working on CBG infused skin care products, so stay tuned.
• We can expect to see gummies and other innovative products as the market expands.

More than just hype

We sincerely hope this article sheds some light on the newest cannabinoid to hit the marketing since CBD. Just like the splash CBD made a few years back, there is a great deal of hype surrounding CBG and its potential uses and benefits.  

While CBG might be the “buzzworthy” supplement at the moment, early research is promising. However, as with all cannabinoids, the market is still in its infancy. Much more research needs to be done.

In the meantime, try CBG out for yourself, experiment to find your perfect dosage, combine it with CBD and see if it works for you. 

Kit O’Connell contributed to this guide.

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In addition, terpenes work in concert with the better known compounds found in the plant such as the cannabinoids THC and CBD to provide their own unique health benefits.

One reason we enjoy writing about hemp is the opportunity to learn new cannabinoid science and then get to share it with our readers. We’ve said it before, but it bears repeating, there really is so much more to the cannabis plant than just CBD and THC.

Of course, both of these two cannabinoids, along with the other hundred or so cannabinoids, are instrumental in the healing and feel better properties of the cannabis plant. But increasingly researchers believe other parts of the hemp plant work synergistically with the cannabinoids to maximize the healing properties, Today’s article focuses on one of those parts: terpenes. While all forms of hemp contain terpenes, some are especially prevalent in psychoactive cannabis (“marijuana”), which we’ve noted below.

Table of Contents

• Video: An introduction to terpenes in hemp
• What are terpenes?
• Learn about different common terpenes
• How to use terpenes for better health

What are terpenes?

Cannabis isn’t the only plant that produces terpenes. According to Wikipedia, terpenes “are a large and diverse class of organic compounds, produced by a variety of plants, particularly conifers.” Terpenes give these plants their unique scents and assist plants in a variety of ways.

Terpenes attract pollenating insects for plant reproduction. They also ward off or even kill predators. They slow plant maturation and regulate metabolism. Terpenes are a major component of plants’ essential oils. Aromatherapy treatments frequently use terpenes due to their medicinal properties. Some terpenes develop because of stress to a plant, like excessive heat.

The exact number of terpenes found in the cannabis plant ranges between 100-200 depending on different variations in scientific classification.

For example, the popular terpene limonene gives citrus fruits their unique smells. It is found in both lemons and oranges, but in different concentrations thus creating a different scent, or variations.

Here we discuss nine primary terpenes found in hemp and share the healing properties of each.

Types of terpenes explained

Below, we look at 9 of the most prominent terpenes: mycerne, limonene, carophyllene, pinene (Alpha/Beta), terpineol, borneol, linalool, eucalyptol, and nerolidol.

Myrcene

Mycerne is the most common terpene found in hemp. In some strains, over 60% of the essential oil is made up of mycerne. It smells very similar to cloves. Scientists consider myrcene a potent analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antibiotic.

Mycerne blocks cytochrome, aflatoxin B, and other pro-mutagenic carcinogens. It has a relaxing, calming, anti-spasmodic, and sedative effect. Myrcene works synergistically with THC and may also increase the psychoactive potential.

The essential oil of  citrus fruits contains high levels of myrcene. Many claim that eating a mango 45 minutes before consuming psychoactive cannabis results in a faster onset and greater intensity.

Limonene

Limonene is often the second, third or fourth terpene found in cannabis resin and produces the smell we find in citrus fruits. Like mycerne, limonene contains anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-carcinogenic properties. It is also said to protect against Aspergillus and other carcinogens found in smoke.

Even more, a cancer study from 2013 revealed that terpene reduces tumors in women with early-stage breast cancer. Limonene quickly and easily penetrates the blood barrier, which increases systolic pressure. What’s more, some experts say limonene increases attention, mental focus, well-being, and sex drive.

Citrus fruit rinds, rosemary, juniper, peppermint, and several pine needle oils all contain limonene.

Caryophyllene

Many herbs and spices contain caryophyllene. Black pepper contains high amounts, giving it that spicy flavor.

As with the previous two terpenes, caryophyllene has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-fungal properties. It has affinity for our bodies’ CB2 receptors making it a common ingredient for anti-inflammatory topicals and creams. Topical application of caryophyllene also relieves toothaches.

One interesting note about this terpene is its promising role in alcohol rehabilitation. In a study on mice, scientists found that caryophyllene reduces the voluntary intake of alcohol.

In addition to black pepper, Thai basils, cloves, and cinnamon leaves have caryophyllene. Lavender also produces caryophyllene in small quantities.

Pinene

Pinene, as the name implies, creates the smell associated with pine and fir trees. Doctors use pinene in medicines as an expectorant, bronchodilator, anti-inflammatory and local antiseptic. Pinene also improves concentration, personal satisfaction, and energy. Patients suffering from arthritis, Crohn’s Disease, and cancer may benefit from pinene.

A unique fact about pinene: Smoking cannabis with high levels of Pinene may give the sensation of sucking more air, which can lead to coughing or hyperventilation.

Many conifers and non-coniferous plants, balsamic resin, pinewoods, and some citrus fruits produce pinene.

Terpineol

Terpineol smells of lilacs, crabapple, blossoms, and lime blossoms. Plants with high-levels of pinene often also produce terpineol. If you’ve ever enjoyed Lapsang souchong tea, part of the flavor came from the terpineol in the pine smoke used during processing.

Terpineol creates a sedative effect often connected to indica strains of psychoactive cannabis. During tests on mice, terpineol reduced mobility by 45 percent. Experts also believe terpineol has antibiotic and antioxidant properties.

Commercial producers of terpineol often derive this terpene from Monterey cypress trees.

Borneol

Borneol smells like mint and camphor. Chinese herbalists use borneol in medicines against fatigue, stress, lingering illness.

Some researchers believe this terpene’s natural insect repellent properties and could be used against diseases caused by ticks, fleas, and mosquitoes such as West Nile Virus. One study published even show that borneol kills breast cancer cells.

Linalool

Linalool has a floral smell similar to lavender and spring flowers. It is currently being used in the treatment of various cancers.

Linalool has a calming action, antianxiety, and produces sedative effects. Linalool is responsible for the sedative effects of certain psychoactive cannabis strains. In tests on mice their activity decreased by 75%. It also has analgesic and anti-epileptic properties.

Patients suffering from arthritis, depression, seizures, insomnia and cancer have all found relief with this terpene.

The Lamiaceae plant and herb family, which includes mints, laurels, cinnamon, rosewood, and Birch trees, all produce linalool. Linalool is a precursor in the formation of Vitamin E.

Eucalyptol

Eucalyptol is the main ingredient in eucalyptus essential oil. It has a minty smell and found in small amounts in psychoactive cannabis.

Eucalyptol relieves pain, improves concentration, and inner balance. Plants containing eucalyptol enhance meditation and concentration. It is showing promise as a treatment for Alzheimer’s, but it’s still in early stages of research.

The Eucalyptus plant, bay leaves, sage, sweet basil, and cardamom contain notable quantities of eucalyptol.

Nerolidol

Nerolidol has a unique woody and fresh bark aroma. This terpene may have anti-fungal, anti-cancer, and anti-malarial properties. It could also prevent certain kinds of parasites.

Neroli, ginger, jasmine, lavender, and tea tree oil contain nerolidol.

Understanding and using terpenes

Again, these are just some of the most common terpenes found in hemp and cannabis. There are many more. These profiles were summarized from Alchimia and Greencamp, where you can read more on terpenes.

After reading this article, we hope you understand how the benefits of terpenes and pair so perfectly with the benefits of CBD, and all the other cannabinoids. We hope you start incorporating them into your daily CBD regimen.

More and more CBD supplement companies recognize the importance of terpenes and now add different terpenes to their products to supplement those already found in hemp. Some brands even sell terpene concentrates for customers to incorporate on their own.

However, if you’re unable to find the terpenes you want through your local CBD store or online, try looking to a non-cannabis plant type or spice and simply combine with your CBD.  You might not achieve the same synergistic effect as when the terpenes are naturally present, but you should still receive the healing properties of the terpenes themselves and the healing properties of the CBD.

Jessica St. Cyr contributed to this article.

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Keep those summer vibes going longer with this delicious CBD spritzer recipe, featuring muddled raspberries and fresh mint.

These late summer afternoons can be so relaxing as we move into fall. Raspberries are in full ripeness and the mint has been growing strong all year.

There’s no better way to enjoy all of these things and feel better with CBD (or even CBG, CBN, etc) at the same time. Some research suggests even the smell of mint can promote alertness and well-being. Here’s a yummy spritzer recipe you can easily make at home.

Thanks to Healist Naturals for creating this video with us!

Raspberry Mint CBD Summer Spritzer

Prep time: 5 minutes

Servings: 1 serving

Ingredients

• 1 can flavored, carbonated water
• Healist Naturals Calm Drops (or other CBD oil)
• 6-10 fresh raspberries
• 4-6 fresh mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon agave syrup
• ice

Directions

• In a small bowl with the back of a spoon muddle the raspberries
• Measure and add in CBD oil
• Tear up mint leaves, add those
• Pour in agave syrup
• Mix
• Pour into a tall drink glass
• Add carbonated water on top, stir
• Add ice, maybe a little more water, stir
• Garnish with a tiny bit of mint on top and enjoy!

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This video will help you read and understand a CBD oil label.

So you’ve decided to try a CBD product! Maybe you want to foster relaxation or get better sleep? Awesome! This video is made to help you figure out what you’re doing.

It’s important to know that there are no industry standards for CBD labeling so they’re all a little different. There are a few things to look for in reliable brands. 

For this video, we used two products for comparison: Healist Naturals Calm Chews and their Double Strength Calm Drops. Thanks to Healist for partnering with us on this video!

Tips on reading CBD product labels

Everyone reacts a little differently to CBD, so it’s important to know how much you’re buying. One thing to watch out for are brands that sell hemp seed oil as CBD, or only list total amounts of hemp extract on the label, instead of the total amount of CBD.

In this video, we show you how to read the exact dosage per dropper, using the label for Healist Naturals Double Strength Calm Drops. We also talk about other features you might find in CBD products like terpene blends.

Finally, it’s important to compare the product label with the third-party lab results. Reputable brands pay to have their products carefully tested by an independent laboratory. These results, also known as a Certificate of Analysis (COA), verify the potency and purity of the product. Some brands only test for cannabinoids without also showing you terpenes or testing for impurities. However, the more thorough the better.

In the video, we also explain briefly how to compare the lab results and product label. If you can’t easily find these labs, look for a better brand!

So that’s basically how to read labels for different CBD products.

Enjoy! Feel well! 

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In our newest video, we get to know Ministry of Hemp’s Editor in Chief, Kit O’Connell.

Kit O’Connell is an experienced journalist, activist and community organizer with a passion for hemp in all its forms. He has fibromyalgia, an illness which combines chronic pain, fatigue, sleep disturbance and other challenging symptoms. Like so many others, he uses THC and CBD to treat fibromyalgia.

In addition to our website, you can find Kit’s writing has appeared in Hemp Magazine, the Texas Observer, Truthout, YES! Magazine, and other publications. He lives in Austin, Texas with his spouse and two cats.

Got questions, feedback or story ideas? You can reach Kit by email at kit@wordpress-559906-1802377.cloudwaysapps.com.

Jessica St. Cyr contributed footage to this video.

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Today we’re here with Drew and she’s going to show us one of her favorite recipes, a tasty and fresh summer hemp seed salad!

Thanks to the power of hemp seeds, this is is an easy and quick meal packed full of omega 3 & 6 fatty acids, as well as other essential nutrients. This hemp seed salad also makes a great base for other ingredients. You can easily add more protein, like tofu, nuts, eggs or chicken, depending on whether you want a vegan salad.

With this recipe, we focused on fresh vegetables that are in season right now in Central Texas. You can pick some great vegetables that are in season where you live, too.

Have an idea for a recipe? Let us know in the comments!

Easy Hemp Seed Salad Recipe

Prep time: about 20 minutes

Servings: Serves 2 or more

Ingredients

For Salad

• Arugula lettuce
• Strawberries
• Carrots
• Radishes
• Cherry tomatoes
• Ripe avocado
• Hemp hearts
• Sunflower seeds

For dressing

• Olive oil
• Apple cider vinegar
• Salt & Pepper
• Fresh lime juice

Preparation

• Chop lettuce and slice other ingredients into bite-sized pieces. Dice avocado into cubes.
• Combine salad ingredients in a bowl, adding at least 2 tablespoons of hemp hearts and mixing well.
• Mix olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt and pepper, and fresh-squeezed lime juice in a bowl. Whisk or stir well with a fork.
• Add dressing to salad and serve immediately.

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We’re right in the middle of summer! What better way to cool down & relax than a refreshing drink? That hot weather inspired this delicious CBD strawberry limeade.

Our recipe is quick & easy to make and delicious!

Quick note from our video producer: Please note that I misspoke about the dosage! It’s not 600mg, 2 droppers is equivalent to 20mg. As I was filming I was thinking about the number 300 and mixed it up.

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CBD Strawberry Limeade Recipe

Prep time: 15 minutes, plus time to chill

Servings: Makes 2 servings

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup of sugar
• 1/3 cup of water (for simple syrup)
• 1/2 lb sliced strawberries
• 20 – 30 fresh mint leaves, washed
• 1/2 cup lime juice, the fresher the better!
• CBD Oil (such as Elixinol 300mg CBD Hemp Oil)
• Topo Chico (or other sparkling or still water) for the lemonade

Preparation

• Combine sugar and water in a pan over medium heat to make simple syrup. Stir for 5-10 minutes until sugar is dissolved.
• Combine simple syrup with other ingredients.
• Chill in the fridge for 2-3 hours.
• CBD oil can be added before chilling or when serving.
• Stir well and enjoy CBD strawberry limeade!

This video was sponsored by our friends at Elixinol. Get your own Elixinol 300 mg CBD tincture.

Read more about sponsored content on Ministry of Hemp.

More CBD cooking recipes

• Cranberry Sparkling CBD Cocktail
• Homemade CBD Hot Cocoa
• Ministry of Hemp Podcast: Eat, Drink & Be Hempy!
• Our Favorite CBD Cocktails

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A pioneering hemp company is helping to reduce cannabis waste and clean up our oceans.

Update December 16, 2020: Sana Packaging founders visited the Ministry of Hemp podcast to discuss how they started their hemp plastic packaging company, after forming Ron Vasak-Smith, CEO, and James Eichner

The cannabis industry produces massive amounts of single-use plastic. The packaging regulations instituted in many legal cannabis states make single-use plastic almost mandatory.

Sana Packaging is helping to change this pollution problem. In our new video, hemp advocate Cait Curley talks with Ron Basak-Smith, CEO of Sana Packaging. Basak-Smith explains how Sana started, and how they are pioneering innovative hemp and ocean plastic solutions for the cannabis industry.

Thanks to Cait Curley for filming this interview for Ministry of Hemp!

More about cannabis waste & hemp plastic

We previously interviewed Sana Packaging last year:

Here are some other articles about the immense potential of hemp plastic and hemp sustainability:

• Hemp Will Change The World
• Recycling Hemp & Cannabis Bio-Waste
• Why Isn’t Hemp Plastic Everywhere?

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Can hemp help change the world?

Meet Drew! Drew is the sales and sponsorship assistant at Ministry of Hemp.

She talks about everything from how she discovered hemp, what she thinks the hemp industry needs to focus on, her thoughts on if hemp can change the world, and of course why she takes CBD.

HOW HEMP CAN CHANGE THE WORLD

Here’s more about hemp’s sustainability and potential to change the world:

• ‘American Hemp’ Review: New Book Offers Guide To All Of Hemp’s Benefits
• Hemp Makes Great Plastic, So Why Isn’t Hemp Plastic Everywhere?
• How Hemp Can Help Heal Our Soil

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