MAPA is committed to promoting the cultivation of industrial hemp in Spain

Published 2024년 5월 22일

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Begoña García, the Secretary of State for Agriculture and Food, highlighted the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food's (MAPA) dedication to promoting hemp cultivation in Spain at the launch of the Industrial Hemp Cluster in Madrid. She pointed out hemp's suitability for Spain's climate and its environmental advantages, such as preventing soil erosion and reducing the need for chemical treatments. The Hemp Industry Cluster, which includes various companies and growers, aims to explore hemp's diverse applications in agriculture, food, pharmaceuticals, and industry. The ministry is also working on clarifying regulations and supporting the sector to help it reach its full potential, akin to other European nations.

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The Secretary of State for Agriculture and Food, Begoña García, has reflected the commitment of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPA) with the cultivation of hemp in Spain, during her speech at the presentation of the Industrial Hemp Cluster that was held this Wednesday in Madrid. The Secretary of State has highlighted that this type of crop "is presented as an interesting alternative, because it adapts perfectly to the agro-climatic conditions of our country, and because of its positive environmental implications." Among these, he has pointed out that it prevents soil erosion and has rapid growth and a short productive cycle that reduce competition with weeds. Likewise, its high tolerance to pests and diseases helps reduce the use of phytosanitary products. He has also pointed out that it can be constituted as an alternative to other crops such as tobacco. The Hemp Industry Cluster is an employer organization made up of companies and growers that work on the ...

Source: InfoAgro