Hemp is a wonder crop that offers many agronomic, economic and ecological benefits, holding the potential to transform our farms and society at large.

This session will describe the opportunity to harvest seed, leaf and straw in order to create a huge range of valuable natural products. These include therapeutic essential oil, omega-rich seed oil, complete protein powder, carbon-negative housing, super strong textiles, composite materials and much more. After outlining its fantastic potential, the session will explore the practical and legislative barriers that currently limit the wider application of hemp, and collectively devise strategies for extending the positive influence of this miraculous plant.