HempTalk News and Blog
27 June 2025
Processing & extraction is one of the most critical and capital-intensive segments of the hemp industry. It serves as the bridge between raw agricultural production and high-value end products—especially in the fiber, seed, and cannabinoid (CBD a...
25 June 2025
Hemp's deep root system is one of its most valuable and underrated characteristics—especially for farmers and environmental planners. Here's a closer look at why it matters: How Deep Do Hemp Roots Go? Hemp roots typically reach 6 to 10 feet deep, dep...
20 June 2025
What Makes Hemp Seeds Nutrient-Dense 1. Complete Plant Protein Hemp seeds provide all nine essential amino acids, making them a complete protein source. About 25–30% of their calories come from protein—more than chia or flax. 2. Healthy Fats Ri...
19 June 2025
Legal Hemp Contains Very Little THC Hemp is legally defined—especially in the United States—as Cannabis sativa with no more than 0.3% Delta-9 THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) by dry weight. That threshold is important because THC is the compound responsibl...
17 June 2025
Definition & Legalization Under federal law, hemp is defined as Cannabis sativa L. that contains no more than 0.3 percent Delta-9 THC by dry weight. Any plant exceeding this threshold is considered marijuana and is not protected under hemp-specif...
11 June 2025
Hemp: A 10,000-Year History Ancient Roots Hemp has been cultivated for over 10,000 years, making it one of humanity's first domesticated crops. Archaeologists have found hemp fabric in ancient Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) dating back to 8000 BCE. An...