Industrial hemp project yields incredible crop
WAIMANALO, OAHU -
"It's crazy. It's crazy fast". That's how Dr. Harry Ako, the lead researcher on UH Manoa’s industrial hemp project, describes how well one of the varieties has taken to the local environment.
In just ten weeks, several plants have grown to nearly 10 feet in height.
"Notice they destroy the weeds underneath because they grow so much faster than the weeds" he continued.
Longtime advocates were thrilled with the results.
"I'm so excited. It means so much for our farmers, it means so much for our entrepreneurs" said State Representative Cynthia Thielen, who has long championed the effort.
"This is an amazing plant. It's going to be a boon for Hawaii farmers, for the Hawaii economy" said State Senator Mike Gabbard, Chair of the Committee on Water, Land and Agriculture.
While the...
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