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Local hemp producers stunned as deal to reopen government attacks hemp
Local hemp producers stunned as deal to reopen government attacks hemp Article

Local hemp producers stunned as deal to reopen government attacks hemp

Minnesota hemp business leaders say their industry will shutter if Congress passes a proposed deal to reopen the government. That’s because a federal ban on hemp-derived cannabinoid products has made its way into negotiations to end the federal government shutdown. The deal introduces a cap of 0.4 milligrams of THC per container for hemp products, which local hemp producers say…
Morris Beegle
November 10, 2025
Student researcher develops building materials from mycelium
Student researcher develops building materials from mycelium Article

Student researcher develops building materials from mycelium

Chanterelles, oysters, morels and more — Stamps Scholar Charlotte Kamman arrived at the UO with a taste for wild mushrooms. She parlayed her gustatory interests and passion for sustainability into a fungi-focused research project that doubled as her Clark Honors College thesis. And it may lead to publication in an academic journal.
Morris Beegle
November 6, 2025
Mycelium Leather Invites Exploration At 3DaysofDesign
Mycelium Leather Invites Exploration At 3DaysofDesign Article

Mycelium Leather Invites Exploration At 3DaysofDesign

A presentation during Copenhagen’s 3DaysofDesign showcased the versatility of a patented mycelium-derived “leather” developed by biotech company MycoWorks—and celebrated the symbiosis between groundbreaking materials and Danish design traditions. Curated by architect and creative director Marie-Louise Høstbo, the exhibition featured objects made from mycelium—the rootlike filaments of fungus—engineered at the cellular level to grow interwoven.
Morris Beegle
November 4, 2025
An Australian hemp milestone: Trial results shed light on which varieties work where
An Australian hemp milestone: Trial results shed light on which varieties work where Article

An Australian hemp milestone: Trial results shed light on which varieties work where

Australia has crossed a threshold that every emerging agricultural sector must eventually reach: it now has a national, evidence-based guide for selecting industrial hemp planting seed. With the release of a final report on the country’s Industrial Hemp Variety Trials (IHVT) by AgriFutures, Australia’s agricultural R&D and industry-development corporation, the country has completed a three-year, coordinated set of trials across…
Morris Beegle
October 31, 2025
USDA Staffing Crisis: Eroding Capacity Within the Foreign Agricultural Service
USDA Staffing Crisis: Eroding Capacity Within the Foreign Agricultural Service Article

USDA Staffing Crisis: Eroding Capacity Within the Foreign Agricultural Service

The Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is the branch of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) responsible for building international markets for US agricultural products and overseeing international trade negotiations. It is also the division responsible for supporting international food aid programs, producing detailed reports on international market conditions, and helping to ensure food safety for global agricultural markets. In a time…
Morris Beegle
October 28, 2025
Powered by mushrooms, living computers are on the rise
Powered by mushrooms, living computers are on the rise Article

Powered by mushrooms, living computers are on the rise

Fungal networks may be a promising alternative to tiny metal devices used in processing and storing digital memories and other computer data, according to a new study. Mushrooms have long been recognized for their extreme resilience and unique properties. Their innate abilities make them perfect specimens for bioelectronics, an emerging field that, for next-gen computing, could help develop exciting new materials.
Morris Beegle
October 27, 2025
Green Assist: Scaling up sustainable farming on island communities
Green Assist: Scaling up sustainable farming on island communities Article

Green Assist: Scaling up sustainable farming on island communities

In the past years, CurHydro has successfully produced fresh lettuce on 300 m² of land, using solar-powered systems and a method known as hydroponics (growing plants in nutrient-rich water without soil). CurHydro currently supplies its produce to local foodservice and retail partners, but growing demand starts to exceed supply. With local interest booming and its commitment to sustainability, CurHydro is ready…
Morris Beegle
October 27, 2025
Are There Cat Hemp Treats? Vet-Verified Health & Safety Facts
Are There Cat Hemp Treats? Vet-Verified Health & Safety Facts Article

Are There Cat Hemp Treats? Vet-Verified Health & Safety Facts

With hemp products becoming more and more popular, pet owners worldwide are increasingly wondering if hemp-based products can be offered to cats. The answer is yes, cats can have hemp-based treats; however, these products should always be approved by your veterinarian. The use of CBD-containing products in cats is still under study, and their benefits and safety are not yet fully…
Morris Beegle
October 26, 2025
Alabama A&M to pioneer first hemp building in Alabama
Alabama A&M to pioneer first hemp building in Alabama Article

Alabama A&M to pioneer first hemp building in Alabama

Alabama A&M University is advancing sustainability and innovation in construction by becoming the first university in Alabama – and possibly the first Historically Black College or University – to build a structure made of hemp. The recently university hosted world-renowned hemp builder Sergiy Kovalenkov for a two-day workshop that brought together architects, contractors, researchers, students, and community partners to explore the promise…
Morris Beegle
October 25, 2025
Following Legal Reforms, Japan’s Largest Cannabinoid and Hemp Festival Begins a New Chapter in November 2025
Following Legal Reforms, Japan’s Largest Cannabinoid and Hemp Festival Begins a New Chapter in November 2025 Article

Following Legal Reforms, Japan’s Largest Cannabinoid and Hemp Festival Begins a New Chapter in November 2025

By: RootSource Media Staff, Approximately 100 companies, groups, and industry-leading speakers from Japan and abroad will be present, covering the past and future of cannabinoids and hemp Tokyo, Japan, October 2025 – Japan’s rapidly evolving hemp and cannabinoid industry is entering a new era. The Japan International Hemp Expo 2025 (JIHE 2025) will take place November 14–15, 2025, at LUMINE…
Morris Beegle
October 24, 2025