Sharmon Lebby is a writer and sustainable fashion stylist who studies and reports on the intersections of environmentalism, fashion, and BIPOC communities. The lure of hemp has been two-fold: It is an ...

Hemp fabric comes from the stem of the hemp plant (Cannabis sativa L.), a cannabis species. Hemp fabric is similar to fabrics like linen, jute, flax, and bamboo, all of which are obtained from plant ...

As environmental concerns intensify, the global textile industry faces growing pressure to adopt more sustainable practices. Increasing consumer awareness of the ecological impact of clothing ...

Hemp is one of the fastest growing biomasses in existence, uses less water than cotton, and requires minimal pesticides to thrive. Yet it is still illegal to grow under U.S. federal law due to its ...

The argument for hemp-based clothing is varied and robust. Most proponents are quick to point out that hemp fabric is UV protective, that it naturally resists odors, that it outlasts cotton and can ...

Staph, or Staphylococcus Aureus, infections are common in health care settings. Many can be cured with antibiotics, but not Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus, or MRSA, which can sometimes be ...

(MENAFN- IMARC Group) Hemp fabric is a natural textile derived from the fibers of the Cannabis sativa L. plant's stem. Similar to linen or jute, it's a bast fiber known for its exceptional strength, ...