Hemp, also known as industrial hemp, is the plant species Cannabis staiva L that is bred to have a low concentration of delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive component of the cannabis plant. Cannabis plants and products must meet the acceptable THC level (at or less than 0.3% delta-9 THC) to be considered hemp. Hemp is not a "relative" of marijuana. Rather, the terms "hemp" and "marijuana" are legal definitions for the same genus and species of plants. The only difference between the two is the concentration of THC in the plant.
Hemp, also known as industrial hemp, is the plant species Cannabis staiva L that is bred to have a low concentration of delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive component of the cannabis plant. Cannabis plants and products must meet the acceptable THC level (at or less than 0.3% delta-9 THC) to be considered hemp. Hemp is not a "relative" of marijuana. Rather, the terms "hemp" and "marijuana" are legal definitions for the same genus and species of plants. The only difference between the two is the concentration of THC in the plant.
Many products can come from the hemp plant. Hemp seeds can be harvested from the plant, pressed into hemp seed oil, or ground into hemp seed protein powder. Fiber can be made from the hemp stalk, which can be used in materials like textiles, clothing, or insulation. Additionally, a variety of plant extracts can come from the flower of the hemp plant, including cannabinoids like cannabidiol (CBD) and a variety of terpenes (aromatic compounds).
Many products can come from the hemp plant. Hemp seeds can be harvested from the plant, pressed into hemp seed oil, or ground into hemp seed protein powder. Fiber can be made from the hemp stalk, which can be used in materials like textiles, clothing, or insulation. Additionally, a variety of plant extracts can come from the flower of the hemp plant, including cannabinoids like cannabidiol (CBD) and a variety of terpenes (aromatic compounds).
Yes, growing and transporting hemp is legal in Minnesota. However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has stated that adding certain hemp extracts to foods, including CBD, is prohibited. The 2018 Federal Farm Bill removed hemp from the Controlled Substances Act, separating it from marijuana. Hemp is now a recognized agricultural crop across the United States, which allows for the interstate transport of the seed, plants, and processed hemp products.
