deter insects

Cannabinoids, naturally occurring compounds found in hemp plants, may have evolved to deter pests from chewing on them, according to experiments that showed higher cannabinoid concentrations in hemp leaves led to proportionately less damage from insect larvae. The study opens the door for potentially developing pesticides from cannabinoid extracts, though such uses would be … [Read more...] about Cannabis Chemicals May Have Evolved to Deter Insect Pests