Scientists have long believed that cannabinoids present in cannabis plants afford some level of protection from pest predation.  The bulk of all research related to cannabinoids is focused on medical or intoxicating effects while very little work has been done in areas relevant to the commercialization of cannabis.

Cornell University’s Dr. Larry Smart, whom we’ve featured in Hemp Bulletin commentary numerous times,

Membership required to view content. “Cannabinoids function in defense against chewing herbivores in Cannabis sativa L.” in November, contributing valuable original research to the paltry body of existing research. The project was funded by grant AC477 from the New York…

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