Weed Control

Description:

The dense growth of hemp helps kill unwanted weeds.

How it’s Made:

Hemp are planted densely to help suppress growth of weeds.⁽¹⁾

Advantages:

The use of hemp to improve soil and as weed control reduces health risks for the farmers and consumers and provides lesser cost.⁽²⁾

Disadvantages:

Considering hemp’s fast phase cultivation, some areas ban the use of hemp for weed control because it is a noxious weed.⁽³⁾

History:

The discovery and used of hemp are very well documented throughout history. Hemp is the main agricultural crop responsible for the American economy during the time of slavery.⁽⁴⁾

Looking to the Future:

Industrial hemp is a very versatile product with many potential uses thus the policy of hemp cultivation is expected to change at the state and federal levels over the coming years.⁽⁵⁾