Hemp Construction in the United States and Efforts to Grow the Raw Material Here

The nation’s first house to be constructed primarily with hemp is located in Asheville, NC. It was built with blocks of hempcrete (a composite of hemp fibers and a lime mixture). One of the companies involved in its construction, Hemp Technologies, is a leader in promoting the use of hemp for a wide range of purposes including construction, clothing, landscaping, lubrication, art, and bedding. Currently, the hemp used in these products is imported from other countries, but many individuals, organizations, and companies are working to change that. This presentation plus a short video will provide a brief overview of hemp construction, farming of industrial hemp, and efforts to bring hemp production to the U.S.