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Stonehedge Bio-Resources to build hemp processing facility

By Bryan Sims



Stonehedge Bio-Resources Inc. is using hemp to produce this replacement to pink fiberglass insulation./PHOTO: STONEHEDGE BIO-RESOURCES INC.

Stonehedge Bio-Resources Inc. is looking to convert hemp into a viable biomass energy crop. In January, the Ontario-based company received $2 million from U.K. investors to construct an industrial hemp processing facility in Northumberland County, Ontario.



According to John Baker, founder and chairman of Stonehedge Bio-Resources, the company has been involved in the plant genetics and breeding of various hemp species for more than a decade, and has been commercializing the crop for myriad industrial uses for the past three years. "We have found that hemp has multiple uses as a biomass crop," he said. "It can also sequester carbon and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions."



Baker anticipates breaking ground for the facility in April or May. Commissioning and start-up could begin within 12 to 15 months after that. The plant may employ up to 27 people within the next two years, he added.



Hemp straw would be sourced from an area of 15,000 to 20,000 acres within a 60-mile radius of the processing facility. The company's equipment would be capable of processing approximately seven dry tons per hour, depending on the amount of shifts and downtime needed during its first year of operation. "We are aiming at an output of about 40,000 to 50,000 tons of hemp derived from 17,000 acres in our first year of operation, but it will take time to ramp up," Baker said.



According to Baker, hemp is a desirable biomass feedstock due to its variety of applications in different industries. It could serve as a replacement for pink fiberglass insulation in houses; it could be used to produce "hemcrete," a biobased masonry composite containing hemp and concrete; and it could be a biodegradable and recyclable fiber-based composite in automobile door panels.



Baker said the company will initially market hemp in Canada as a pelletized fuel that could be implemented at coal-fired plants looking to reduce their carbon footprints.



Stonehedge Bio-Resources may also look into hemp as a cellulosic ethanol feedstock due to the plant's inherently high cellulosic value.

Shelled Hemp Seed Nutritional Analysis

The nutritional composition of a hemp seed is incredible! In it's perfect organic natural state hemp seed is considered by many to be the safest, most digestible, balanced, natural and complete source of protein, amino acids, and essential fats found anywhere in nature.
 Hemp seed is 33% protein
Hemp seed is 35% essential fatty acid
(Omega 3, 6, 9 and GLA)
Contains all 9 essential amino acids
Contains 6.2 x more Omega-3 than raw tuna
Contains an abundant source of GLA
Rich in trace minerals
High in dietary fiber

http://www.purehealingfoods.com/hempHeartsAnalysis.php

Hemp seed is one of the only plants in the world to contain sizeable amounts of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). GLA may play an important role in the etiology of many diseases. Recent studies have shown that GLA and its metabolites are effective in the suppression of inflammation, in the treatment of diabetic neuropathy, atopic eczema, and certain cancers such as malignant human brain giloma.

Also, unique to hemp is a powerful protein called globule edestins. This protein is only found in hemp seed and is uniquely similar to globulin found in human blood plasma.

Ingredients: 100% raw certified organic shelled hempseed. Grown without pesticides. Contains no Genetically Modified Organisms (Non GMO).

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 3 tbs (30g)
Servings Per Container: 9
Amount
Per Serving% Daily
Value*
Total Calories174
Calories From Fat127
Total Fat13.5g21%
Saturated Fat1g4%
Trans Fat0g
Omega-3 ALA3g
Omega-6 LA7.5g
Super Omega-3 SDA.3g
Super Omega-6 GLA.6g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrates2g1%
Dietary Fiber1g5%
Sugars<1g
Protein11g22%
Iron16%
Vitamin E21%
Phosphorus48%
Magnesium48%
Zinc23%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Your daily values may be higher or lower, depending on your calorie needs.

Nutrition Information

A 42 gram (4 heaping tablespoons) serving of Shelled Hemp Seed contains 240 calorie energy from:
15 g. protein
15 g. polyunsaturated fats
(11.4 g. omega 6 and 3.6 g. omega 3)
2.7 g. mono-unsaturated fats
2.1 g. of saturated fats
2.5 g. fiber
4.5 g. carbohydrates
2 mg. iron
31 mg. calcium
3.8 mg. sodium
3.8 mg. sodium
3.8 mg. vitamin E
956 IU vitamin D
.42 mg. vitamin C
.05mg. vitamin B6
.14mg. vitamin B2
.58 mg. vitamin B1
1.68 IU of vitamin A

http://www.purehealingfoods.com/hempHeartsAnalysis.php

The byproduct of pressing hempseed for its nutritious vegetable oil is a high protein seed cake.  Hempseed cake was one of the world’s principle animal feeds until this century. Hempseed can supply a nearly complete diet for all domesticated animal (dogs, cats), many farm animals, and poultry, and allows animals maximum weight gain for less than current feed costs. And without any need for artificial growth steroids or other drugs currently poisoning the human race and food chain.(4U.S. Agricultural Index; Frazier, Jack, The Marijuana Farmers, Solar Age Press, New Orleans, LA, 1972; Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill, Udo, Erasmus, 1996.)

Industrial Hemp Farming Information and Videos

Scottys Hemp Farming Video Collection

Win Hemp stuff and support Farmers

Dear Reader,  Here is a chance to get one of twenty five hemp gifts.  Take a look at the prizes in the image and show your support for the Farmers who grow our most precious resource: "The Food We Eat"

Why shouldn't Farmers be allowed to grow a plant with 100's of uses? 

Take Action through May 31 for a chance to win 1-of-25 hemp stuffed gifts!

Sign the Vote Hemp Petition by May 31 in support of the Industrial Hemp Farming Act and automatically be enrolled for a chance at 1-of-25 hemp-stuffed thank you gift packs from Hemp History Week sponsors and supporters. Together we can put pressure on Congress to remove industrial hemp from the Controlled Substances Act and once again allow U.S. farmers to grow hemp. Sign the Petition here:

http://votehemp.com/hemp-history-week-petition.php

Attend a Town Hall meeting through May 29 while Senators work from their home districts. Don't miss this opportunity to meet your Senators in person and ask them to support the Industrial Hemp Farming Act, S. 134. Visit Vote Hemp's website to search for your Senators' contact information, then call their office or search their website to learn about engagement opportunities in your area.

Call your Senators' DC offices and ask them to support the Industrial Hemp Farming Act, S. 134. We want to put the pressure on leading up to a May 29 Vote Hemp Congressional Hearing. Calls are answered by Senator aids; let these aids know about the upcoming Congressional Hearing and urge them to attend. Visit Vote Hemp's website to find Senators' DC contact information.

Hemp History Week is June 1-7. Thank you for being involved!

Sow the Seed.

Peace & Hemp,
Lauren Berlekamp
National Grassroots Coordinator
Hemp History Week
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Hemp History Week is the largest national grassroots marketing and public education effort to renew strong support for hemp farming in the U.S. and raise awareness about the benefits of hemp products.

Hemp History Week seeks to:
Celebrate America's rich history with industrial hemp and educate the public about the barriers to hemp farming in the United States.
Advocate for a federal policy change while sending a strong, positive message to President Barack Obama and Congress to remove barriers to hemp farming and let farmers grow the versatile and profitable crop.
Engage consumers by showcasing the range of hemp products available and the nutritional as well as environmental benefits that they provide.
Please forward this announcement widely and get involved.

Save the Date: The 6th Annual Hemp History Week is June 1-7, 2015!

Web Site: http://www.HempHistoryWeek.com
About Vote Hemp
Vote Hemp is a national, single-issue, nonprofit organization dedicated to the acceptance of and free market for industrial hemp, low-THC oilseed and fiber varieties of Cannabis, and to changes in current law to allow U.S. farmers to grow the crop.

Web Site: http://www.VoteHemp.com
About the Hemp Industries Association
The Hemp Industries Association (HIA) represents the interests of the hemp industry and encourages the research and development of new products made from industrial hemp, oilseed and fiber varieties of Cannabis.

Web Site: http://www.TheHIA.org

Hemp Farming Infrastructure Lessons

I've been watching and taking a few notes on the Kentucky and European Industrial Hemp Farmers and Hemp processing plants and the business lessons they are learning on the Fly.

This MOhemp Energy blog post will compare its business plan against the lack of planning of the Kentucky hemp farmers are now dealing with.

The snippets of information from hemp.com highlight how easily the Hemp Plants grow but then what?  Without the infrastructure (hemp processing plant) they're dead in the water as far as immediate income potential. 

MOhemp by working directly with Farmers in the growing, harvesting, and processing the Raw Hemp Materials into actual Products for use eliminates the Kentucky Lack of Hemp Infrastructure. 

Here are the snippets from the Hemp.com site that backup my claim:
          "There is still no successful infrastructure to allow local area farmers and land owners the distribution networks they need to supply commercial hemp product companies with their industrial hemp crop.
              ...the hemp crops have begun to flourish at a mind-blowing rate. The industrial hemp stalks have now grown from 6 feet to a whopping 16 feet in just two months...
                “It’s exciting,” University of Kentucky plant researcher David Williams said. “It’s new. It has potential... plans to harvest the industrial hemp crop in September and compare its growth to the 12 other varieties of hemp he has planted. “I think we can grow larger plants with a full growing season,”
             At another industrial hemp plot, Williams says he is very happy with his 7 to 8 foot plants, exclaiming, “We did have one little dry spell after planting, but have not irrigated this crop, so it’s doing quite well,” As you can read in hemp news, the crop doesn’t take much to grow and maintain. Like a weed, it will virtually grow anywhere and in any type of soil. Williams also said he wishes to experiment with fertilizers and herbicides. “This is just a baby step this year…It’s a tiny, tiny step in a very positive direction, but there’s lots that we need to know.” "

http://www.hemp.com/2014/08/update-kentucky-hemp-is-flourishing/

The Future and Green Buildings

Copied from Executive Summary-Sectors With Expected Growth The future for green building is not exclusive to one build- ing or project type. However, there are some areas with higher expected growth.

overall, between 2012 and 2015, the sectors with the largest opportunities for green building around the world include new construction and renovation projects. Between now and 2015, 63% of firms have new green commercial projects planned, 45% have plans for new green institutional projects, and 50% have plans for green renovation work.

United States (US) an established green build- ing market, there is planned green activity in all types of us construction projects, including commercial interiors and retrofits. probably one of the most important shifts is the increased importance of the health and well-being benefits as a reason to build green. evidence of these benefits will help move the us market.

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