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State ag commissioner updates Boyle chamber on hemp production
Posted: Thursday, March 27, 2014 8:17 am By VICTORIA ALDRICH valdrich@amnews.com Of all the plants that humans have cultivated throughout history, few are as versatile as hemp. Its fibers easily convert into rope, clothing and furniture material, insulation, plastics, paper and mulch. Its seeds are perfect for birdseed, hemp milk, protein powder and fish bait. … Continue reading
Comer says decision greenlights Kentucky hemp
Ralph B. Davis rdavis@civitasmedia.com FRANKFORT — Kentucky’s agriculture commissioner says a recent decision by the U.S. Department of Justice now clears the way for Kentucky farmers to once again grow industrial hemp. Last week, the Justice Department announced it would not seek to challenge state laws regarding the medical or recreational use of … Continue reading