Hempseed

Hempseed oils (Cannabis sativa L.) has been recognized as an emerging source of nutrient-rich nutraceutical. Commonly known as industrial hemp grown for its fibers, the variety of hemp (Cannabis sativa L.; Cannabaceae) is also a nutritional crop, which has been cultivated for centuries to produce a diverse range of useful products i.e. seeds, oils, fiber, medicine, food supplements, cosmetic, narcotics, insulation, and bio-composite materials such as biodiesel, which meets the global demand for sustainable energy.

In this project, the characteristics of one hempseed oil cultivar were studied. Polish hemp cultivar Henola, which was registered in the Central Research Center (COBORU) list in 2017, was studied.