Growing hemp is labor intensive from start to finish -- FL Morris of Monroe starts her seeds in a greenhouse, and has to continue moving the plant to larger containers to prevent 'root binding.' Root binding means the roots won't grow larger, stunting the plant's growth. With a cooler than average spring this year, Morris had to heat her plant trays, which is energy-intensive. 

Growing hemp is labor intensive from start to finish -- FL Morris of Monroe starts her seeds in a greenhouse, and has to continue moving the plant to larger containers to prevent 'root binding.' Root binding means the roots won't grow larger, stunting the plant's growth. With a cooler than average spring this year, Morris had to heat her plant trays, which is energy-intensive.&nbsp;

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