Self-assessment tasks

a. Name what the three main groups of hemp varieties worldwide are.

b. Explain how the climate affects the adaptability of hemp varieties in Europe.

c. Answering the guiding questions below, please suggest the ‘ideal’ conditions for hemp planting

• What is the optimal temperature range for hemp vegetation?

• How much water is required by the hemp plant to produce 1 kg of dry matter?

• What soil conditions are best suited for hemp cultivation?

• Why is soil compaction detrimental to hemp growth, and how can it be avoided?

• What is the ideal pH range for hemp growth?