National Hemp Association

While h**p is approved as feed for laying hens, it took many years of research and regulatory hurdles to get there. Sadly, most animals are still waiting. When ingredient rules were created in 1958, h**p was banned—meaning it wasn’t grandfathered in. That’s why we’re pushing for an exemption for companion animals to open markets while the required studies continue for livestock.

Retrofitting existing homes with h**pcrete improves energy efficiency, regulates moisture, and adds fire and mold resistance. Upgrade your walls, attics, and basements with this durable, natural material for a healthier, more resilient home. **pForHomes

H**p sequesters carbon at impressive rates and acts as a powerful phytoremediator, removing toxins like heavy metals and PFAS. As if that wasn't enough, it can also bolster domestic manufacturing!

Policy. Support. Representation.

The National H**p Association is proud to co-found the HEMI Working Group—a strategic alliance uniting national leaders in fiber and grain h**p. By coordinating across our strengths, we’re helping create the foundation for a globally competitive American h**p industry that serves farmers, processors, and consumers alike. Together with HEMI, HFC, and USHBA, we are amplifying our impact across policy, education, feed, and construction.

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This Independence Day, let’s celebrate a crop rooted in American history.
From the sails of ships to the future of sustainable agriculture, h**p has always stood for resilience, innovation, and freedom.

Wishing you all a safe and meaningful 4th of July—as we reflect on the roots of our democracy and the work still ahead.

H**p builds resilience from the ground up.

With deep roots that reduce erosion, improve water retention, and break up compacted soil, h**p enhances the health and productivity of farmland. By boosting organic matter and supporting microbial life, it’s a smart addition to regenerative crop rotations.

H**p doesn’t just grow—it heals.

With the ability to extract heavy metals and toxins from soil, industrial h**p offers a natural, cost-effective solution for remediating contaminated sites. Over 1,300 Superfund locations across the U.S. could benefit from this powerful plant.

A recent Congressional Research Service (CRS) report highlights language from the House Appropriations Committee that, for the first time, defines industrial h**p as distinct from cannabinoid h**p — a meaningful win for the fiber and grain sectors.

But not all the news is as good. The report also notes the shift toward a total THC standard, which could increase compliance risks for farmers and undermine progress.

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Traditional plastics are polluting our planet—and most are never recycled. H**p-based bioplastics offer a smarter alternative: lightweight, durable, biodegradable, and made without fossil fuels. From everyday packaging to industrial use, h**p paves the way for cleaner, greener manufacturing.

The future doesn’t have to be traditional plastic.

H**p seeds are a complete protein, rich in healthy fats and essential nutrients. Grown quickly in diverse climates, they offer a sustainable, high-yield food source that can strengthen global food security.
Let’s nourish the world—one h**p seed at a time.

Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in the U.S., but the work of building an equitable future continues. 🌱 Industrial h**p offers opportunity—from farm to factory—and we’re committed to ensuring those opportunities are accessible to all.

H**p grows fast. But the real challenge? Building markets and infrastructure that can keep up.

In just 100 days, h**p can become fiber, grain, oil, feed, bioplastics, textiles, building materials — and more. But without investment in processing, farmers are left without buyers and potential stays untapped.

We don’t have time to waste. Let’s match the speed of this crop with bold action — in policy, innovation, and market development.