Fig.4. Applications of European hemp shives

The hemp shives are used as high-quality animal bedding. In 2012, this application is currently, the largest market for hemp shives. The shives can be used as a loose insulation material or as granules in construction blocks (light and insulating) or plaster.

In: DeMey, V., Verhoeven, J., Thoelen, P., Dam, J. E. G. v., Meyskens, S., & Schik, W. (2015). 10 Recommendations for stimulating bio-based building materials. West-Flanders: Grow 2 Build, p.7