The authors of this book are very adamant that hemp production is the next best thing. I know there are health benefits to taking hemp supplements, so that was mainly what I was interested in but there is an overwhelming campaign in this book to convince you that hemp will solve all the world's problems. It does have some industrial uses that are being explored, such as in the construction industry. It can be used for insulation in homes and for other building products like hempcrete. It is a well researched book, and I appreciate the author's enthusiasm for the product. ( )