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Hempcrete Building Standards

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Standard Development in Australia Work is underway in Australia to develop one national hempcrete construction standards, with a four-part proposal—covering materials, design details, installation, and render/weatherproofing—currently progressing through Standards Australia’s consultation process. The Hempcrete Composite Construction Standard Proposal. The proposal includes the following project(s): This framework aims to formalise best practice, ensuring consistent quality, safety, …

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Advertising iHemp and Medicinal Cannabis in Aotearoa New Zealand

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New Medicinal Cannabis Advertising Rules Raise Concerns Across Industry. The New Zealand Medicines and Medical Devices Safety Authority (Medsafe) has released advertising guidelines for medicinal cannabis—and they’re being met with strong resistance from across the sector. As reported by The Post, the new guidelines prohibit nearly all forms of public communication, including websites, brochures, social …

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Sponsor Spotlight: Midlands Nutrition – New Hempishere

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Where There’s Inflammation, Hemp Can Help. We know industrial hemp is a powerhouse in textiles, construction, and nutrition but its oil is also gaining ground as a natural support for joint health. Rich in anti-inflammatory Omega-3s, New Hemisphere’s Omega-3 Boost helps reduce internal inflammation offering relief from: With 1-3% of Kiwis affected by arthritis, the …

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Sponsor Spotlight: HempCentral

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In mid-May, we took delivery of the largest amount of hemp fibre we’ve ever had available for processing — a big step forward! It’s been fantastic working with the Midlands Seed team, and we’re already planning this year’s crops together. We’ve now moved the Mackie textile plant into its permanent home — a huge thank …

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Hemp-Connect Forum: 25-27 June 2025

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Innovation, Investment & Industry Momentum Organised by the Australian Hemp Council (AHC) in partnership with La Trobe University at the AgriBio Centre, this was the second national forum, bringing together growers, builders, architects, investors, and researchers to chart the future of iHemp fibre in Australia. Here’s a look at some of the standout moments and why …

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