Cannabis Cultivation
Cannabis is the only plant on planet Earth that can fulfil all your basic needs
Clothe
Hemp Fiber is strong and versatile and can be blended easily with other fabrics. Hemp garments are light weight, absorbent and weather resistant
Food
Hemp Seeds are rich source of Protein, Omega-3, amino acid, fibre, minerals (Magnesium, phosphorous, potassium etc.) and vitamins. Protect brain, heart, skin and boosts immune system
Medicate
Cannabinoids present in Cannabis helps in managing Chronic diseases like Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis, rheumatic diseases etc.
Fuel
Hemp is the largest biomass resource and can be processed into biofuels like Ethanol, biogas, biodiesel, etc. using Hydrolysis and Pyrolysis methods.
Shelter
Hempcrete, Hemp Boards & Hemp wall insulations are lightweight, energy efficient, versatile, hygroscopic and carbon negative as compared to cement and wooden boards
Heal
CBD along with other Cannabinoids and Terpenes present in Cannabis, helps in relieving chronic pain, and raises the level of anandamide in body which controls mood and eases depression
Cannabis Cultivation & Usage History
Cannabis has been cultivated for more than 3000 years. It was originated from central Asia, and spread to whole world. India has written record for cultivation and uses of cannabis in Atharvaveda during 2000 B.C. to 1000 B.C.
Soil & Climatic Conditions for Hemp Cultivation
Land should be well aerated and free from waterlogging. Waterlogging kills the pant. Suitable soil types for cultivation are; Sandy loam, Clay loam, silt loam etc. High organic content is favorable. Soil pH value should be between 6-7.5. Acidic soil is not suited for Hemp cultivation. Temperature between 16oC to 27oC is best suited for Hemp cultivation. But Hemp can tolerate up to -5oC. Ideal required rainfall is in between 630mm to 700mm per annum.
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Niche Agriculture Limited with experience of more than 20 years in organic farming and advanced technologies, plans to diversify its business into hemp cultivation and processing after getting adequate licences from concerned Governments and reimaging the future of Hemp Cultivation. We innate power to redefine the experience of farming and advocating Industrial Hemp to build a future that rests in sustainability and optimisation.