In recent days, two countries have made headlines for radically different shifts in cannabis policy. Thailand last week: a rapid about-face from legalisation to renewed criminalisation has sent shockwaves through its booming cannabis industry. Here in Australia, however, the tide may be turning in … [Read more...]
Hemp and Cannabis – Are They Different?
In the near 11 years we've owned and operated the Hemp Store you'd think we'd have posted something about the difference between Hemp and Cannabis? Turns out we haven't. I'm Dawa and in my time at the Hemp Store I've become quite adept at describing the benefits of Hemp and Cannabis to the bodies … [Read more...]
A Win for Hemp!
Hey Hempsters! We're thrilled to share some great news from our little vortex. Many of you know that our store founder, Alex, has faced legal challenges in recent years due to cannabis oil found at our former Hemp Store on Hyde St, Bellingen, back in mid-2021. The trial has been a long … [Read more...]
The Difference Between: Hemp Oil and Hemp Seed Oil
"Hemp oil...the one for pain?" We hear this sentence nearly everyday. Hemp has gained a lot of popularity and place in our lives - in our food, pet, clothing and skincare products. But there are two hemp products that still generate some confusion. Hemp Oil and Hemp Seed Oil While both these … [Read more...]
We need to talk about Terpenes
You've probably seen all the different terpenes rolling onto our digital shelves. At first is was Cannanda back in 2020, and now we have several Australian brands making terpene blends for humans and animals. They can be eaten, used as aromatherapy and rubbed on skin...but just what exactly are they … [Read more...]
Have You Ever Grown A Cannabis Plant? We Need Your Help.
Are you a grower? Have you ever even tried? I know I've kept the seeds in the bottom of a satty to throw in the ground and see what happened. We're really interested, and so is the Global Cannabis Cultivation Research Consortium (GCCRC). Back in 2012, the GCCRC did a survey about Domestic … [Read more...]