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Clothing made from hemp has a number of advantages. Hemp fiber is one of the strongest and most durable of all natural textile fabrics. Hemp holds its shape, stretching less than other fibers, so clothes retain the same look and feel as when they were brand new. While hemp is extremely durable, it’s also extremely comfortable, becoming softer each time it’s worn. Hemp is naturally resistant to mold and ultraviolet light, and due to its porous nature, hemp not only holds dyes longer but “breathes”, keeping you cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Hemp is an environmentally positive crop, actually improving the condition of the ground. It has long roots that work to aerate the soil, promoting healthy microbial life and leaving the ground in a condition where it is easily worked and able to retain moisture during the next season. Hemp is naturally resistant to most pests, precluding the need for pesticides. It grows tightly spaced, out-competing any weeds, so herbicides are not necessary.
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