THE HEMP INDUSTRY IN INDIA: MYTHS V/S FACTS

by Vinit Kumar Digital Marketing

Hemp, a variety of Cannabis Sativa plants, grows naturally in several parts of India. Its benefits use, and applications are penned down in several ayurvedic scriptures, proving its endless wellness has been historical to Indian culture. But the popularity of the Hemp plant has only recently found its footing. It can be said the Hemp Industry is still in its nascent stage, blooming with possibilities.

Hemp Leaf

There are several misconceptions about the industry and the plant that need to be busted.

Myth #1: Industrial Hemp is the same as Marijuana

FACT! This has to top the list of myths about the plant, which further stems from myths. Like Lemon and Orange come from the same plant- citrus- hemp and marijuana are members of the same family (cannabis Sativa) with different compositions and thus, vastly different effects. They even differ in terms of cultivation and applications.

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