The Brothers Green is harnessing the potential of hemp with a range of value-added products, and they believe the crop could have the potential to tackle some of the environmental and agricultural issues faced by farmers in this carbon era.

Started five years ago, The Brothers Green is a vertically integrated hemp business that makes a variety of hemp products, including a functional food and a skincare range. A supplements line is soon to be launched.

They contract grow hemp in North Canterbury, with a drying and processing facility in the region too. The raw seed is turned into three ingredients, protein powder, oil and whole seed. The raw ingredients are then used in a range of retail and wholesale products.

Founder Brad Lake is one of a trio who make up the Brothers, and he left the comfort of his 9-5 banking job to take the plunge into the world of hemp.

Website: thebrothersgreen.co
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