Scientists at the U.S. Department of Agriculture are reshaping how the industrial hemp plant is understood, and their discovery could have major implications for both farmers and medical research.
The U.S. hemp industry is facing a pivotal moment as the Department of Agriculture moves to update how it collects data from farmers, regulators, and tribal authorities.
The global hemp seed oil market is entering a period of remarkable growth, signalling a shift from niche interest to mainstream adoption.
Cannabidiol, commonly known as CBD, may one day help address some of the most damaging and persistent effects of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, a condition caused by alcohol exposure during pregnancy. That is the key finding of a new preclinical study conducted in mice by researchers at the Institute for Neurosciences.
A groundbreaking study has revealed that cannabidiol, commonly known as CBD, may play a surprising role in improving the welfare of exotic fish during transportation.
An Indiana congressman is pushing back against a looming federal crackdown on hemp derived THC products, introducing new legislation that could give farmers and businesses several more years to adapt.
In the past decade, hemp, a low-THC variety of Cannabis sativa, has shifted from a marginal agricultural crop to a focal point in international legal debates. From industrial cultivation and fibre markets to cannabidiol (CBD) wellness products, policymakers are grappling with how to regulate hemp and its derivatives.
Recent studies highlight how effective industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) can be at removing toxic metals from polluted soils, a process known as phytoremediation.
A new quasi‑experimental study has found that a commercially available, hemp‑derived, broad-spectrum CBD vaginal suppository (100 mg) can significantly ease menstrual-related pain and symptoms.
A 2025 review has renewed interest in Cannabis sativa (industrial hemp) as a powerful tool for environmental remediation. Hemp shows strong potential for cleaning up contaminated soils, removing pollutants from water, and even helping with air purification.
