Unfortunately, burdensome testing requirements and lack of processing facilities have stunted the potential for this versatile crop.
Michael Bennet: “Unfortunately, burdensome testing requirements and lack of processing facilities have stunted the potential for this…”
On the recordJanuary 31, 2023
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Bennet discusses challenges facing hemp production due to regulations.
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