10,000 BC to 0:

Prehistoric Times: Hemp is one of the oldest crops cultivated by humans, with evidence of its use for fiber dating back as early as 10,000 BC. It was likely first used in Asia for making textiles, ropes, and other materials.

Year 0 to 1000 AD:

Ancient Civilizations: Hemp cultivation spreads across various ancient civilizations, including China, Egypt, and India. It becomes an integral part of their cultures, used for textiles, ropes, paper, and medicinal purposes.

Medieval and Renaissance Periods: Hemp remains a vital crop in Europe and Asia, with its fibers used for ship rigging, sails, clothing, and paper. In the Americas, hemp cultivation is introduced by European settlers in the 1600s and becomes a staple crop in colonial America.
The first records of hemp cultivation and use are from China, where the species most likely originated. Migrating peoples likely brought hemp to Europe where, by the 16th century, it was widely distributed, cultivated for fiber, and the seed cooked with barley or other grains and eaten.
Hemp reportedly was first grown in the New World in Chile in 1545. The Puritans brought hemp to New England in 1645 as a fiber source for household spinning and weaving, but it never rivaled flax in importance.
Cultivation spread to Virginia and, in 1775, to Kentucky, where the crop grew so well a commercial cordage industry developed. The hemp industry flourished in Kentucky, Missouri, and Illinois between 1840 and 1860 because of strong demand for sailcloth and cordage by the U.S. Navy. However, increased production of cotton in the South, due to the development of the cotton gin, and imports of cheaper jute and abaca eventually displaced most domestic hemp production.

Early 20th Century: Hemp continues to be a significant agricultural crop worldwide. In the United States, hemp cultivation expands, especially for its fiber used in rope, canvas, and industrial materials.
Industrial hemp was a viable cash crop in the United States in the early 1900s, the Harrison Act of 1914 and the Marijuana Tax Act of 1937 effectively combined all forms of cannabis into a federally prohibited plant even though industrial hemp didn’t contain enough THC to get people high. The Refer Madness campaign frighten Americans into passing these Act’s effectively destroying the Industrial Hemp Industry.

1900s to 1940s:

Hemp Car: Henry Ford builds the first plastic car made from hemp and ran on hemp fuel. video of the car. It was, lighter and more economical than cars made from steel, 10x stronger than steel and was the first sustainable car.
Prohibition and World War II: In the 1930s, with the rise of anti-cannabis sentiment, hemp faces regulatory challenges. However, during World War II, the U.S. government promotes hemp cultivation through programs like the Hemp for Victory campaign, emphasizing its importance for wartime production of ropes, parachutes, and other military supplies.
In 1937, Congress passed the Marijuana Tax Act, which placed all Cannabis culture under the regulatory control of the U.S. Treasury Department. The Act required the registration and licensing of all hemp growers with the Federal Government in an effort to restrict production of marijuana in the United States

1950s to 1960s:

Heightened Regulation: In the post-war era, regulations on cannabis, including hemp, become stricter in many countries due to concerns about drug abuse. Hemp cultivation declines significantly as a result of these restrictions.

1970s to 1980s:

Modern Hemp Movement: Despite continued legal restrictions, interest in hemp as an industrial crop begins to resurface. Advocates highlight its versatility, sustainability, and potential economic benefits. Efforts to legalize hemp gain traction in some regions.

1990s to 2000s:

Legislative Changes: Several countries, including Canada and some European nations, legalize hemp cultivation for industrial purposes. The recognition of hemp's nutritional value and environmental benefits leads to a resurgence in hemp farming and the development of hemp-based products such as food, textiles, and CBD extracts.
In 1998, Health Canada permitted 259 farmers to grow hemp on 6,180 acres, mostly in Ontario and Manitoba (Health Canada, June 1998; Health Canada, June 1999). As of June 1999, Health Canada had issued 674 hemp production licenses, allowing cultivation on 35,000 acres. Manitoba accounted for over half of the acreage, followed by Saskatchewan and Ontario (Hansen-Trip, 1999). Actual acreage under cultivation was lower because of a wet spring in western Canada, lack of certified seed, and license delays (Hanks, Fall 1999). Most of the production was for seed, especially in western Canada.

Hemp Renaissance: The 2010s witness a significant boom in the hemp industry globally. Many countries legalize hemp cultivation and production, leading to a diverse range of hemp-derived products hitting the market, including CBD oils, textiles, building materials, biofuels, and more. Research into hemp's potential in areas like medicine, sustainable agriculture, and environmental conservation continues to expand, positioning hemp as a valuable crop for the future.

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