The article highlights the growing interest in industrial hemp cultivation in Russia, with the total area under cultivation increasing significantly since 2016. The article notes the benefits of hemp cultivation, such as increased profitability and the positive impact on crop rotation. It mentions the challenges faced in harvesting and the benefits of incorporating hemp into crop rotation. The article also discusses the establishment of specialized centers and the development of new varieties and technologies in hemp cultivation. Despite these advances, the article points out that Russia still has a long way to go to catch up with China, the global leader in hemp production.