History: Hemp cultivation, amongst the oldest industries on the planet dates back to more than 10,000 years (even before the beginning of pottery). In the USA, Presidents Washington and Jefferson both grew hemp, and during the Second World War US farmers were subsidized for growing hemp.

Biology: The fibers which make up the bark of the hemp stalk are one of the worlds longest, natural soft fibers. Hemp fibre is rich in cellulose which helps to make it longer, stronger,more absorbent and insulating than cotton fibre.

Practical: The US Department of Energy reports that hemp as a biomass fuel requires the least specialised growing and processing procedures of all hemp products. The hydrocarbons in hemp can be processed into a wide range of biomass energy sources, from fuel pellets to liquid fuels and gas. Development of bio fuels could significantly reduce our consumption of fossil fuels and nuclear power.

Organics: Hemp grows well without the use of herbicides fungicides or pesticides. This is unlike cotton, in which almost half of the agricultural chemicals used on US crops are applied to its production

Nutrition: Hemp seed is very nutritious (more than a soybean) and contains more essential fatty acids than any other source. Hemp is only second to soybeans in complete protein, is high in B Vitamins with about 35% fibre. Hemp Seed does not contain any THC content.

Paper: Hemp is used worldwide to make paper. Hemp produces more pulp per acre than timber on a sustainable basis, and can be used for every quality grade of paper. Hemp paper manufacturing can reduce wastewater contamination. Hemp's low lignin content reduces the need for acids used in pulping, and it's creamy color lends itself to environmentally friendly bleaching instead of harsh chlorine compounds. Less bleaching results in less dioxin and fewer chemical byproducts.

Longevity: Hemp fibre paper stands the test of time resisting decomposition, yellowing of age and can also be recycled more than conventional paper.

Fibre Board: Hemp is also used to created fibreboard. A study by Washington State University found hemp fiberboard to be twice as strong as wood based fibreboard.

Ecology: Hemp can replace many toxic petrochemical products. Current research is exploring the use of hemp in manufacturing plastic products such as cellophane, resins made for oil and recycled plastic mixed with hemp for injection-molded products.