The Hemp Mine Blog

Buzz Buttons, scientifically known as Acmella Oleracea and commonly referred to as the "toothache plant," "electric daisy," or "Sichuan buttons," have been creating a buzz in the culinary and health worlds. These small, yellow buds offer an exhilarating sensation to those who dare to chew on them, while simultaneously boasting an array of health benefits. A Taste Adventure Awaits The unique sensation that Buzz Buttons provide is what sets them apart in the food industry. When chewed, these tiny buds trigger a tingling, numbing sensation, followed by an increase in salivation and a cooling feeling in the throat. This sensory experience can...

This past growing season Dr. Allison Justice noticed an interesting fungal growth in our field hemp in late October. She immediately took this to the Clemson Plant Pathology Clinic to have it identified by Dr. Xiao Yang. This was actually the first report of this disease in industrial hemp in SC. Industrial hemp is an emerging crop in SC, so the detection of this disease helps SC growers to take actions to monitor and prevent disease outbreak as well as develop an effective management practice when it occurs. This pathogen has been noted in other crops and is ubiquitous in...

Published March 7, 2023 in HortiDaily https://www.hortidaily.com/article/9509310/cea-advisory-board-to-drive-alignment-between-horticulture-lighting-technology-performance-and-price/ Libra Design announced the formation of its Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Advisory Board and the appointment of inauguralmembers Bob Hoffman, Chief Science Officer Emeritus of Soli Organic, and Dr. Allison Justice, Founder and CEO of The Hemp Mine. The CEA Advisory Board will further align Libra investments in the areas with the greatest impact on indoor and greenhouse farming with specific insight from Mr. Hoffman and Dr. Justice to influence the next generation of horticulture lighting.“Indoor and greenhouse horticulture lighting requirements are nuanced, rapidly changing, and most importantly, must address the needs of...

Listen as Dr. Allison Justice discusses the analysis of photosynthesis in cannabis leaves on the CannMed Coffee Talk Podcast.