Sowing the seeds of
something bigger
Caroline Spencer finds out how 40 million hemp seeds are going to put Jersey on the map
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ersey Hemp is about to branch out into a new market - selling hemp seeds around the world.
In 2022, 5,000 plants will be grown for seed, generating up to 40 million seeds, which will be sold worldwide. It’s one of the projects being overseen by Bruce Casely, who was appointed as chief executive officer of Jersey Hemp in May 2021. ‘Once our organic, high-strain seeds obtain UK certification, they will be available worldwide and the Jersey Hemp brand will begin to obtain global recognition,’ said Bruce.
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‘Not only will it help raise the profile of our business, but also Jersey as a centre of excellence for hemp production and innovation. Seeds trade on the commercial market for anything from 17 cents to $1.50 per seed, so clearly it is an attractive proposition. ‘The seeds we produce will be unique – certified, organic, feminised, and a high CBD strain. Feminised seeds help ensure an optimal crop yield.’ Jersey Hemp is already established in the health and wellness market for CBD oils and other hemp seed products.
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There are more than 120 identified cannabinoid compounds that come from the cannabis plant genus, CBD is just one of them. It’s an important offering in these days of mental wellness
