We rely heavily on bees to pollinate our plants to keep them growing. Hemp could help aid the bee population as the plants grown for seed and fiber also seem to be a great source of pollen. A study found that the hemp plant produces pollen that is loved by bees.
Industrial hemp is known as the king of carbon sequestration among crops. Growing industrial hemp can be crucial in fighting carbon emissions and improving our soils for sustainable production of all agricultural commodities.
The fibers of the hemp plant could be used to make cheaper, more powerful and less polluting batteries, researchers say. They can be converted into high-performance energy storage devices, for example for electric cars.