Improving hemp genetics for increased yield per acre and profitability
Technology Leadership Priority
Genetics
PROJECT TIMELINE
March 2024 to March 2028
PROJECT STATUS
Fund II: In progress
TOTAL INVESTMENT
$5,722,750
Consortia Contribution
$3,162,806
Cluster Contribution
$2,559,944
Partners
Verve Seed Solutions
Farmer’s Business Network Canada
Fresh Hemp Foods
Goal
To increase yield per acre and bring high-quality, low-cost hemp protein to the market.
Project Summary
Verve Seed Solutions, Farmer’s Business Network Canada (FBN) and Fresh Hemp Foods (FHF) are working to develop hybrid hemp cultivars with the physical and functional traits valued by processors, food ingredient companies and consumers.
Verve, FBN and FHF are positioning hemp as a protein-rich crop with increased yields and expanded ingredient and food usages.
The partners are developing the innovation value chain and ensuing an identity-preserved production system.
