19.-20. july 2024

Description

Industrial hemp is often confused with its narcotic relative, but in reality it is a super plant that can be used to make soap, fuel and building materials. Kanepi Festival (Kanep is Estonian for hemp/cannabis) introduces you to the cultivation and benefits of industrial hemp.

At the Hemp Conference, scientists and entrepreneurs will be discussing the role of hemp in agriculture and heritage culture, as well as the environmental sustainability and constraints of hemp cultivation. Cultivation and valorisation of industrial hemp is a growing trend in the world – why not in (Southern) Estonia?

HEMP MAZE

HEMP CONFERENCE

July 20 in Kanepi Seltsimaja:

10.00 The history of hemp fiber in Estonia from the perspective of an archaeologist - Riina Rammo, textile archaeologist
An overview of the use of hemp fiber in Estonia based on archaeological findings.
10.30 The future of hemp cultivation - Nordic Hemp Cooperation, Joonas Põllumäe, Riina Rõõm
Growing hemp is a good way to diversify your crop rotation. Hemp provides a variety of raw materials, including fiber, seeds, and protein. CO2 sequestration during hemp growth and impact on soil. Developments in hemp cultivation both in Estonia and in the USA.
11.00 Hemp wool as a material of the future that can be used already today. - Tarmo A. Elvisto, Sustainable Renovation Information Center
Why is it necessary to pay attention not only to the external style of a building, but also to look inside the structures? What is hemp wool and why and how to use it?
11.30 Workshop: Art from hempcrete - Hannah Segerkrantz, Andrus Needo ( 10€ )
Hempcrete workshop merges ancient material knowledge with a slow design philosophy to meet current values of sustainability.
12.00 Lunch
hemp dishes
13.00 "The head is eaten, the skin is sold, the meat is useless". Hemp on our ancestors' table and consumer goods - Anu Järs, food culture researcher (Estonian National Museum)
About the cultivation of hemp and the use of hemp in Estonia and the surrounding area with an emphasis on the 19th century. The place of hemp in Estonian food culture, its regional characteristics and different hemp dishes.
13.30 Experience story - Relaxationland OÜ deals with the development and marketing of CBD hemp teas and CBD products from Estonian raw materials.
The manager of Relaxationland, Kelly Uuk, talks about what obstacles have come up with the marketing of hemp products, what is the average person's attitude towards hemp products (not awareness), and what the future could be in terms of doing adequate information work.
13.50 Experience story - Obelisk Farm (Latvia), a family farm dedicated to hemp.
The mission of Obelisk Farm unfolds in the simple yet impactful actions of growing hemp, making hemp products, welcoming visitors, hosting events, and organizing hemp gatherings. Family’s shared vision imagines a future where their farm serves as a catalyst for positive change, fostering environmental sustainability, social well-being, and economic growth.
14.30 Discussion - What should be done to have more hemp growers in Estonia?
15.00 Workshop: Hemp paper - Obelisk Farm
Transforming hemp fibers into unique handmade hemp paper.

At Saverna, in the hemp maze:

16.00 Workshop: Hemp, from plant to yarn - heritage technologist Margit Pensa
With today's possibilities, growing hemp and processing hemp fiber in the traditional way.
17.00 Workshop: Hemp field tour - Nordic Hemp Cooperation, Joonas Põllumäe, Riina Rõõm
Overview of Estonia's first hemp seed variety Estica.

The conference is free