We are looking for a Trainee

Would you like to spend time on our hemp farm to discover and learn from our experiences and practices? If your answer is YES, then join us this summer as a trainee!
Through Forum Synergies trainee scholarship program, our farm acting as the host offers the possibility for a trainee to come, spend time at Obelisk Farm and get to know the work carried out here.
The goal of the program:
"It is important that a real exchange between host and trainee is established and that the trainee could bring back particular know-how as well as share his experience and knowledge about practice in his country with the host."
An exciting experience to be a part of a movement and a network promoting sustainable rural development is waiting for you!
More information about the Forum Synergies scholarship can be found here:
https://www.forum-synergies.eu/IMG/pdf/scholarship_2022_info_sheets_small.pdf
Does this sound like something you would like to take part in? So, get involved! Register today as a trainee! Fill in the form or email us at [email protected] and we will contact you very soon.
The hemp market is back for its 2nd edition!

Like the last time, the hemp market has a great selection of some of the best hemp businesses in Latvia, has a conference line-up of over 10 hemp experts from across the world, and hemp activities and entertainment for the whole family.
Obelisk Farm announces 2nd edition of Hemp Market

We are excited to announce the second edition of the Hemp Market event in Obelisk Farm. The first edition back in 2019 was a huge success and we decided to bring back the only event in Latvia dedicated entirely to the hemp plant and industry. The event will be held in Obelisk Farm on 1st May 2022.
What is Hemp? What is Hemp Used for in Food?

What is hemp?
Hemp, or industrial hemp, is a Cannabis sativa plant species cultivated specifically for industrial use. It can be used to make a wide range of products. Along with bamboo, hemp is one of the fastest-growing plants on Earth. It was also one of the first plants to be turned into usable fiber 50,000 years ago. It can be refined into a variety of commercial items, including paper, rope, textiles, clothing, biodegradable plastics, paint, insulation, biofuel, food, and animal feed.
Popular hemp products to gift this Christmas

We have created a list of five hemp products gifts. Whether it’s a gift for a family member, your lover, coworkers, or for yourself, there is an ideal hemp product available in our online shop.
Read on and check out 5 popular hemp products to put on your holiday gift list.
Christmas gift guide: hemp gift ideas

Welcome to our latest Christmas gift idea guide! Here at Obelisk Farm, we've created a list of the best hemp Christmas gifts and double-checked it, making it easy to buy gifts for the pesky and the best behaved. Whether you're shopping for a friend, boyfriend, parent, Mom, or grandparents, we have the perfect hemp gift for everyone. Find dream hemp Christmas gift ideas for all ages and personalities. Be the best Santa at home this Christmas and without having to leave the couch.
Yummy crispy hemp slices recipe
In this post, we are going to share our recipe for crispy hemp slices in a version without eggs, butter, or wheat flour. Mission Impossible?
We would say that it is impossible to eat just one. Shall we make hemp slices?
Hemp seeds: everything you need to know
What is hemp?
Hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) is a plant that can be used in different ways. The stem (rich in fibers) is used for industry (in the manufacture of fabrics, paper, and ropes...). The leaves and seeds are used in food.
Recipe: How to Make Hemp Cheese

We finally decided to bring a long-requested recipe. After several failed attempts, today we bring you our version of hemp cheese.
INTERVIEW: On the hemp farm with HempToday
“On the Hemp Farm with..." is a
series of interviews that we conduct with people involved in the
hemp/cannabis industry; this might include farmers, shops,
enthusiasts, companies, investors, and entrepreneurs. This time, we
interview Kehrt Reyher, editor and publisher at HempToday.
Hemp construction experience

EVERY TUESDAY AT 12:00 - HEMP CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE
In this interactive experience, you will learn important recipes to mix hemp with a lime-based binder to produce Hempcrete. Participants will gain a basic understanding of the key theoretical and practical issues to consider when building with hempcrete, a good understanding of the basic method of hempcrete building, including the important dos and don'ts.
Hemp paper experience

EVERY TUESDAY AT 9:00 - HEMP PAPER EXPERIENCE
This hemp experience aims to provide participants with the knowledge necessary to create hemp paper. It is thought of as the beginning of a training and artistic path to which participants can give their creative contribution.
Hemp cultivation experience
EVERY MONDAY AT 12:00 - HEMP CULTIVATION EXPERIENCE
This is an experience for those interested in growing hemp. This is an introductory experience on industrial hemp with a strong technical component associated with a survey of the historical holdings of this crop. The structure of the hemp cultivation experience is geared to prepare the participants to take on technical production and market perspective for the various raw materials produced.
Hemp food experience

EVERY MONDAY AT 9:00 - HEMP FOOD EXPERIENCE
In this hemp food experience, we want to share amazing hemp treats with you. So, if you have never tasted hemp products, this is something you should not miss! We promise an unforgettable experience! At the same time, you will be able to learn more about hemp food benefits while enjoying them.
On the hemp farm with Heavens Please: Hong Kong CBD/ CBG lifestyle brand

“On the Hemp Farm with..." is a series of interviews that we
conduct with people involved in the hemp/cannabis industry; this
might include hemp farmers, shops, enthusiasts, companies,
investors, and entrepreneurs. This time, we interview Denise Tam
co-founder of Heavens Please, a Hong Kong-based CBD lifestyle
store.
Why is hemp paper the nº 1 natural handmade paper?
Hemp has had a long history of being made into paper. Could hemp paper be what saves us from the perils of the commercial paper industry? Get to know the answer to this question in the first guest post, here at Obelisk Farm blog!
Mother's day hemp gifts for every budget

Mother's day 2021 is coming up and getting the right gift can be a challenge. To help you, we have created a list of great hemp gifts for all mothers!
Celebrate Earth Day, Virtually!

This year, Obelisk Farm in collaboration with Her Many Voices Foundation (HMVF) will celebrate Earth Day virtually on Facebook and Youtube. This will be a free, all-day, virtual event with the theme: Celebration of Indigenous Wisdom to address Modern Challenges. The event will feature indigenous wisdom leaders from around the world presenting on different topics each hour to educate, inspire and activate participants. The event is free, online, and participants of all ages may join for the entire day or drop in for parts of the 12-hour plus celebration.
It's 4/20: International cannabis day!

For decades, every April 20 (4/20 in the Anglo-Saxon
nomenclature) the International Cannabis Day has been celebrated.
The number "420" became a globally recognized code to refer to
cannabis. On social media, the hashtag #420day quickly became a
trend.
On the hemp farm with INTAMBO: authentic hemp jewelry from Hungary

“On the Hemp Farm with..." is a series of interviews that we conduct with people involved in the hemp/cannabis industry; this might include hemp farmers, shops, enthusiasts, companies, investors, and entrepreneurs. This time, we interview Barbara Sipos founder of Intambo, handmade pieces of jewelry made with hemp.