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Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887
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Washington state farmers could soon be growing cannabis for use in a potentially profitable hemp industry. Hemp is an illegal substance under federal law, but two separate state Senate bills would permit development of a hemp industry in the state, and require Washington State University to conduct a yearlong study to research optimal growing conditions and feasibility of hemp in the region. “There’s a huge unfulfilled market, and Washington could be at the forefront,” said Sen. Bob Hasegawa, D-Seattle, sponsor of Senat... Full story