Canada is the biggest producer and exporter of hemp seed products, including hulled hemp seeds, hemp oil, and hemp protein powder. Canada now accounts for 60-90% of total US hemp import market. Canadian hemp seeds are typically of high quality as the farmers are only allowed to use hemp seed varieties that are listed under Health Canada’s List of Approved Cultivars. All hemp seeds from Canada are non-GMO verified, and farmers do not use any type of pesticides. You can also look for the “Pro-Cert Organic” certifications on the brands that you buy.

Overall, there are 25+ countries who grow hemp[1]. Many of them focus on growing hemp for their fabric or hurds, which are used in clothing, ropes, construction, or other industrial purposes. Check out the map below to get a view of where hemp farming is taking place today:

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