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2019 Logan County Farm Outlook Magazine Lincoln Daily News Nov. 1, 2019 Page 19 schedule I drug, which imposed strict regulations on the cultivation of industrial hemp.” A farm bill signed by Obama in 2014 allowed states to start hemp farming for research purposes, but it was not until December 2018 when the Hemp Farming Act Bill passed that hemp was removed from the Controlled Substances Act. Alberti says even with the passing of the bill, hemp is in something of a “limbo” as states allow it, but it is still illegal federally. Therefore, there are many unknowns, which can make growing hemp a bit risky. Uses and versatility of industrial hemp Though there are unknowns, Alberti says growing hemp may be a good alternative at a time when corn and soybean prices are somewhat dismal, but he advises caution before making the plunge into the industry. Grain, seed and fibers are three of the hemp crops being produced. Hemp is an extremely versatile crop. In fact, according to the history of hemp, a 1938 Popular Mechanics article said hemp could be used in over 25,000 products. For example, hemp may be used in housing construction, protein and oils, rope, carpet, clothing, biodiesel and biofuel among others. Hemp can also be used as a food product. One example is hemp seed, which is comparable to flax seed. Several sources say hemp seed is nutritious, easy to digest, has Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, can help with immune system deficiency and is a great protein source. Hemp fibers have long been used in shirts, jeans, socks, shoes, coats and several accessories, and can be found in beauty and skin products such as lotion, lip balm and body wash. One of the more well-known uses of hemp today is for CBD oil, which is sold in many stores as a topical pain reliever. Continue 8