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Australian based firm, Hemp Resources, that recently conducted hemp trials in China just concluded additional trials in its native country. It also seems that they went well enough that the firm is considering cultivating another crop next year, even though Australian law would prevent them from selling it in the country. As ABC.net.au reports:
Western Australia’s Ord Valley region has just wrapped up its first hemp harvest in nearly a decade, and the company involved in the trial says it will now look to plant 500 hectares next year.
Hemp hasn’t been grown in the Kimberley since an unsuccessful trial in 2000, and growers have mixed feelings about the crop’s value.
The story goes on to explain how Chief executive of Hemp Resources, Kim Hough, believes that the Australian law that prohibits the consumption of hemp will soon be changed, and if that change doesn’t come soon enough, Hemp Resources will simply look at exporting the seeds. Hemp Resources is both a company focused on developing sustainable business and lobbying for hemp in Australia. Here’s a picture of their team (click to enlarge).