Strain of the Day - Cannakomp

Hemp strains refer to varieties of the Cannabis sativa plant that are specifically cultivated for industrial purposes, such as fiber, seed oil, food, and cannabidiol (CBD) production. Unlike marijuana strains, hemp strains are bred to contain very low levels of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the psychoactive compound found in cannabis. Here are some popular hemp strains known for their various uses:

1. Futura 75

• Type: Fiber Hemp
• Description: Known for its tall stature and robust fiber production, Futura 75 is commonly cultivated in Europe for industrial purposes, including textiles, paper, and bioplastics.

2. Finola

• Type: Seed Hemp
• Description: Originally from Finland, Finola is prized for its nutritional hemp seed oil and its versatile applications in food products, cosmetics, and animal feed.

3. Carmagnola

• Type: Fiber Hemp
• Description: Originating from Italy, Carmagnola is valued for its strong fiber quality, making it suitable for textiles, ropes, and construction materials.

4. Felina 32

• Type: Dual-Purpose (Seed and Fiber)
• Description: A French hemp strain known for its balanced cannabinoid profile and adaptability. It is used for both seed production (hemp seed oil) and fiber production.

5. USO-31

• Type: Fiber Hemp
• Description: Developed in Ukraine, USO-31 is recognized for its high fiber content and resilience to various environmental conditions. It is used for textiles, building materials, and biofuel production.

6. Santhica

• Type: Dual-Purpose (Seed and Fiber)
• Description: Originating from France, Santhica is cultivated for both its seeds and fiber. It is used in food products, cosmetics, and textiles.

7. Cannakomp

• Type: High-CBD Hemp
• Description: This strain is bred specifically for its high CBD content and low THC levels. It is used in the production of CBD oils, extracts, and other medicinal products.

8. ACDC

• Type: High-CBD Hemp
• Description: Known for its exceptionally high CBD content and minimal THC levels, ACDC is popular in the medical cannabis community for its therapeutic properties.

9. Charlotte's Web

• Type: High-CBD Hemp
• Description: Named after Charlotte Figi, this strain gained fame for its use in treating epilepsy and other medical conditions due to its high CBD and low THC content.

10. Sour Tsunami

• Type: High-CBD Hemp
• Description: A cross between Sour Diesel and NYC Diesel, Sour Tsunami is celebrated for its high CBD levels and is used in various CBD products for its therapeutic benefits.

These hemp strains highlight the diversity in uses and applications within the industrial hemp sector, from fiber and seed production to the extraction of cannabinoids like CBD for medicinal and wellness products. Each strain is bred and cultivated to optimize specific characteristics suited to its intended industrial or medicinal purposes.