Industrial hemp, also known as non-psychoactive hemp, refers to the Cannabis sativa plant that is grown specifically for industrial use, and it should not be confused with psychoactive marijuana.

Industrial hemp focuses on the use of the hemp plant material, which is composed of the stalk, seeds, and leaves of the plant and marketed as a seed, fiber, or dual-purpose crop. Because hemp is a versatile plant, there is a multitude of applications for hemp that range from clothing and beauty products to building materials and biofuel.

Other potential uses for hemp continue to be discovered and developed. For the industry to flourish, processing technology is essential to result in high value-added products. In this guide, we will discuss harvesting equipment, how hemp is processed, agricultural practices, the best equipment to process hemp, and how to maintain industry product quality standards.

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