• Each step represents processes that occur far from factory or conveyer belts, often in remote rural areas.
• Most hemp farmers are multi-generational.
• About 30 of 50+ districts in Nepal produce hemp.
• Common agricultural methods include companion planting with corn and/or sugar cane.
• Spanning the foothills of the Himalayan Mountains these natural fibres are free from chemical fertilizers and pesticides

Hemp…

• Is stronger, more durable, and stretches less than commonly used fibers
• Does not require chemical pesticides or fertilizers 
• Is resistant to mold & bacteria (antimicrobial)
• Is resistant to UV light
• Requires 3x less water than other natural fibers
• Replenishes nutrients in its own soil, can go without rotation for two decades
• Produces 250% more fiber than cotton on the same land
• Biodegradable within a few weeks (cotton takes 2-5 months, spandex takes decades)

Resources:

https://cfda.com/resources/materials/detail/hemp
https://hempfoundation.net/lesser-known-facts-that-explain-why-hemp-is-the-future-fabric