The cultivation of cannabis in our country is a very complex and delicate issue; a topic that brings a clear division also at a political level, as well as an ideological one. cannabis cultivation It is regulated by the law which, currently, allows the cultivation of cannabis only for industrial purposes and for the production of legal cannabis-based products with a THC content (the main psychoactive principle of the plant) lower than 0,6%.
Cultivation for industrial purposes is permitted only by authorised companies that meet certain requirements and obtain the necessary authorizations by the Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Policies. Furthermore, cultivation must be carried out using cannabis varieties included in the list of permitted species.
How cultivation takes place
In general the cannabis cultivation It can be done in different ways, depending on the needs and preferences of the grower: among the most common methods are indoor cultivation, outdoor cultivation and greenhouse cultivation.
Cultivation starts from different types of seeds that can be used for this purpose: for example, semi-automotive, among the most popular among growers because they offer specific advantages as their autoflowering nature makes the cultivation process easier, especially for beginners.
One of the main differences in this field is between hemp seeds and cannabis seeds, although they are often used interchangeably; in reality there are some differences between them. Both types of seeds come from the same plant, Cannabis sativa, but are intended for different purposes.
Hemp seeds and Cannabis seeds
I hemp seeds They are generally grown to produce fiber, oil and other hemp-derived products: they contain very low levels of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the main psychoactive component of cannabis, and therefore have no psychoactive effects and do not cause a “high” when consumed.
On the other hand, i cannabis seeds are intended for the cultivation of cannabis plants for recreational or medicinal purposes. These seeds can produce plants that contain high concentrations of THC, allowing the production of inflorescences rich in psychoactive active ingredients.
It should be remembered, in conclusion, that currently, in Italy, cultivation is permitted of cannabis for medical and scientific purposes, after obtaining specific authorizations and licenses. It is necessary to contact the Ministry of Health and the Italian Medicines Agency (AIFA) to request the necessary authorizations and follow the related bureaucratic procedures.
Article published on 9 June 2023 - 15:09
