New Farm Bill Could Represent New High for Hemp Textiles

Hemp has a reputation as a bohemian, earthy alternative to cotton or linen. For many, mentioning hemp clothing brings to mind loose-fitting pants and scratchy tunic tops, all in a dull, unappealing color palette. However, hemp has made some entrées into contemporary apparel that don’t bring to mind ’60s counterculture; like bamboo fiber, hemp is…