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Hemp has been used in many capacities since as long ago as 8000 BC – it is an agricultural commodity grown for its fibers and extracts. Hemp and its by-products are used to produce textiles such as clothing, canvas, and boat sails; construction materials such as concrete; paper; body lotions and oils; and oil-based products such as candles, lanterns, and paint.1<\/sup><\/p>\n

Long used for livestock feed, hemp has gained traction in human food products as a nutrient-dense, plant-based ingredient in products such as cereals, beverages, and nutrition bars, yet it has only one percent penetration in US households.2<\/sup> The US hemp market does, however, show growth. The US hemp foods retail market is up to $43.6 million as of February 2018.3<\/sup> This illustrates that, while the industry is growing, there is space for further expansion and new applications of hemp in food and beverages.<\/p>\n

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Hemp sourcing<\/h3>\n

Experts believe sourcing hemp and hemp by-products will soon be easier to accomplish in the US. Newly-introduced legislation at the federal level is geared toward helping domestic producers be able to legally grow hemp.3<\/sup><\/p>\n

Historically, although sale and consumption of hemp-containing foods and beverages is legal in the US, there are restrictive laws regarding growth of hemp crops. If this new legislation is passed, sourcing domestic hemp rather than seeking out-of-country sources will be dramatically more simple for product manufacturers. Should hemp growth be legalized, it is thought that hemp prices will stabilize and make this plant-based ingredient much more affordable not only for the manufacturer, but then in turn for the consumer.4<\/sup><\/p>\n

Applications and nutrition<\/h3>\n

Hemp\u2019s flourishing reputation as a food and beverage ingredient is predicated on bolstered recognition as a versatile nutritional powerhouse.5,6<\/sup> Hemp seeds can be eaten raw, cooked, or roasted, and are harvested for varied edible products:<\/p>\n