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Starting next winter semester, students at the University of Applied Sciences Erfurt in Germany will be able to take courses on growing cannabis for the first time.
The University of Applied Sciences Erfurt has announced an innovative extension of its study program: Starting in the coming winter semester, students in the Bachelor’s program “Horticultural Crop Production” will for the first time take courses on Cultivation of cannabis This unique offering is designed to meet the growing needs and interest in hemp products.
What is cannabis?
cannabisalso known as hemp, is a genus of plants that includes several species, including Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, and Cannabis ruderalis. The plant is known for its versatile uses.
Why grow cannabis during your studies?
The decision to offer courses on hemp cultivation is no coincidence. According to Google searches, NEXTG.tvthat the demand for hemp products in Germany has increased since Partial legalization of cannabis in April. In addition, students are showing increasing interest in the medicinal applications of the plant. Prof. Wim Schwerdtner, the head of the Horticulture Faculty, stresses that Germany has so far lacked professional production facilities and scientific research in the field of cannabis, according to the mp3With the new offer, the FH Erfurt wants to close this gap.
Cannabis studies at the University of Applied Sciences Erfurt: Legal framework is adhered to
The new programme will include several modules on the topic Cannabis cultivation offered, including a special elective subject “Cannabis”. These modules are almost unique in Germany and offer students both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the cultivation and breeding of cannabis, according to the university of applied sciences. The focus is particularly on the use of the plant for medicinal purposes.
Due to the legal situation in Germany, the FH Erfurt will only offer cannabis without the psychoactive ingredient Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) use. Research into THC-containing cannabis is subject to strict legal regulations and requires special permits. By concentrating on THC-free varieties (EU-certified industrial hemp, THC < 0.2%), the university can ensure that students gain practical experience without violating legal regulations.
Scientific research in the field of cannabis could be advanced
The new study program at the FH Erfurt has the potential to expand the field of Hemp cultivation in Germany to revolutionize. With their specialized knowledge and practical skills, the graduates will be sought-after specialists in the growing hemp industry. In the long term, this could also advance scientific research and contribute to the establishment of professional cannabis production in Germany.
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