Author : Dinesh Chandra Agrawal
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 9811687781
Total Pages : 335 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (116 download)
Book Synopsis Cannabis/Hemp for Sustainable Agriculture and Materials by : Dinesh Chandra Agrawal
Download or read book Cannabis/Hemp for Sustainable Agriculture and Materials written by Dinesh Chandra Agrawal and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-04-08 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book contains review articles on the latest evidence-based scientific knowledge and future insights on industrial hemp applications ranging from sustainable agriculture, sustainable development, and commercial uses of hemp-derived innovative products. The research articles evaluate and review the latest research and development on hemp’s agronomy, ecophysiology, the opportunities and challenges of hemp cultivation in the different regions of the world, including Africa. The book reviews complete patent literature on hemp from the publication of the first patent in 1856 till the end of 2020, providing an excellent insight into hemp’s business growth and future potential for industrial applications along with region- and sector-wise patenting activity concerning industrial hemp. In addition, articles describe the applications of hemp-derived green materials for building construction, wastewater treatment, and water purification. The book will be useful as a reference book for students, researchers, farmers, business houses, and individuals interested in industrial hemp for commercial aspects, sustainable development, farming, and other hemp-derived innovative products.