Hemp is a universal crop that is easy to irrigate, maintain, and harvest. Hemp belongs to the family of cannabis sativa, the hemp ranges in height from 4 to 15 feet. Hemp is specialized for industrial use and used to make a wide range of products, including rope, paper, textiles, clothing, biodegradable plastics, and biofuels. Industrial hemp production has multiple uses for its seed, oil, and fiber. Hemp cultivation in India is done to produce textiles, building materials, and paper products. It is stronger and more durable than cotton, which requires less space and less water to grow.

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TYPE OF SOIL REQUIREMENT FOR HEMP CULTIVATION The hemp plant can be grown in different variety of soil types, they are mostly grown in deep, well-aerated soil with having pH level of 6 or more, along with good moisture and nutrient holding capacity.

Soil preparation is cardinal for hemp cultivation in India, and the soil must be well equated to let the roots of the hemp plants penetrate. Whereas a compounded layer may prevent the actual growth.

The most suitable soil for hemp cultivation is fertile, clay loamy, or silt loam soil with some alkalinity.

HEMP CULTIVATING STATE AND LEGALIZATION STATUS

The Uttarakhand state is prime amongst the other states for giving license for hemp cultivation in India, one can legally grow hemp, but given the situation, it should have a low THC content is less than 0.3%. Another state is UP, which has loosened the legal restrictions on hemp. Himachal Pradesh is soon going to be another state to grow hemp.

Is hemp being legalized in India?

Cultivation of hemp for Industrial purposes, for medicinal purposes, is being legalized in a few states of the hemp cultivating district.

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