An Australian Senate hopeful is calling for cannabis reform to unlock Australia's "hemp potential" ahead of the 2025 Federal Election.
"Australia has the opportunity to become a world leader in industrial hemp production, but outdated and inconsistent cannabis laws are holding the industry back," said Senate candidate Miles Hunt of the Legalise Cannabis Party. Hemp is one of the most sustainable, versatile, and valuable crops on the planet.
"It has the potential to revolutionize Australian agriculture, create jobs, and drive economic growth – yet our outdated laws and excessive red tape are strangling the industry before it can even take off," said Mr Hunt, a lawyer and author based on the Mid North Coast.
Hemp, which contains little to no THC, remains heavily restricted due to Australia's broader cannabis laws. Farmers are required to navigate complex and inconsistent licensing requirements across different states, while strict THC limits mean entire crops can be destroyed due to natural environmental fluctuations.
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