It seems that there’s yet another hemp-food merchant in the marketplace. Health food manufacturer, Bob’s Red Mill, has announced a new line of hemp-based products. They will be selling hulled hemp seed and hemp protein powder. The website PortlandFoodandDrink.com has the press release:
Portland, Ore. – December 9, 2008 – Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods announces the launch of Hemp Protein Powder and Hulled Hemp Seed, both derived from one of the world’s most nutritionally complete food sources.
“The hemp seed may be one of nature’s most perfect foods,” said Bob Moore, Founder of Bob’s Red Mill. “And like all of our hundreds of products we wanted to provide our customers with something that is fully nutritious and delightful to eat.”
The press release goes on to cover all the health benefits and nutrition to be gained from incorporating hemp seeds into your diet.
More importantly, however, I think that a mainstream company such as Bob’s Red Mill moving into the hemp food market is indicative of future growth. Not only must Bob’s Red Mill see a market demand, but having a brand name such as this marketing hemp products will undoubtedly raise awareness which, in turn, will stimulate additional demand.