137. Unlocking hemp's potential: A path to sustainable growth and development
Update: 2025-05-22
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Hemp is an environmentally friendly and versatile plant used in various industries, from textiles and ropes to medicine and construction.
Yet, this wonder plant has not reached its full potential, partly because it belongs to the cannabis family. While industrial hemp is not an intoxicating plant, perceptions that hemp is a drug have kept it controversial in many countries.
In the latest episode of The Weekly Tradecast, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) economist Marco Fugazza explores how hemp can support sustainable growth in developing countries and contribute to a greener future.
Tune in for insights into how hemp could help shape a greener and more sustainable future for global trade.
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