Hemp genetics companies have been actively pursuing patents to protect their intellectual property after years of work to develop novel genetics. But despite intellectual property protection that became available after the U.S. legalized hemp production in 2018, some companies are still opting for more expensive and more comprehensive plant utility patents for the highest level… Continue reading Are hemp plant breeders ramping up on utility patents to protect novel varieties?
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21 predictions for 2021: Insiders handicap what’s ahead for the hemp sector
(Click on the orange arrows to advance the slideshow.) Who could have predicted what 2020 would bring to the hemp industry? No one of course. But now thought leaders in the industry are looking forward with the hopes that 2021 is a bit more predictable. That’s why we asked 21 hemp insiders to share their… Continue reading 21 predictions for 2021: Insiders handicap what’s ahead for the hemp sector