Interest in hemp as an animal feed ingredient has grown rapidly in recent years, driven by its favourable nutritional profile, the rise in circular bioeconomy models and increasing pressure to reduce reliance on imported protein sources such as soya.
While several countries are actively trialling hemp-derived materials in livestock and aquaculture systems, the legal status of these products remains mixed and, in many cases unresolved. In this Q&A, Farming Future Food outlines the current regulatory landscape and highlights some of the key scientific and commercial initiatives taking place internationally.
Is hemp currently approved as an animal feed ingredient?