Hemp shopping bag (475 gsm/14oz)

A sturdy shopping bag with short handles. This bag is made from hemp fibres (475 gsm). The hemp plant has the strongest natural fibre available. This makes the bag sturdy, suitable for daily use. Capacity approx. 19 litres. The hemp plant has the strongest available natural fibres and almost all parts of the plant can be used. For example, the hemp plant has been consciously cultivated for centuries to make textiles. Hemp is a very fast and easy growing plant and is naturally resistant to insects. It can therefore be grown completely organically. Hemp uses less 25-35% less water than the cotton plant and also has a smart root system. The deep, fine roots of the hemp plant keeps the soil healthy and purifies toxic substances from the soil.