FAQ - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- Is Futura 75 suitable for my climate?
Yes, Futura 75 is the most tested variety in Italy over the last five years, with proven success from North to South. It is suitable for Northern, Central, and Southern Europe, with excellent results in temperate, Mediterranean, and continental climates. Its 140-160-day cycle requires a medium-long growing season, but its adaptability is excellent.
- What is the difference between Futura 75 and dioecious varieties such as Carmagnola?
Futura 75 (Monoica):Male and female flowers on the same plant, uniform maturation, ideal for edible seeds and easy management. Excellent for triple production: seed + CBD biomass + fiber.
Carmagnola (Dioecious):Separate male and female plants, excellent for high-quality textile fiber. More versatile for mixed purposes but requires differentiated management.
When to choose Futura 75:Whether your primary goal is food seed production or you want to maximize production versatility (seed + CBD + fiber) with simplified management.
- Can I produce both seed and CBD biomass from the same crop?
Yes, but with compromises. Futura 75 allowsdouble harvest(seed + biomass) but requires specific technique:
- First harvest: Mature seed (September)
- Second harvest: Residual inflorescence biomass
To maximize a single purpose, choose density and dedicated management:
- Seed only:40-60 kg/ha, single harvest at full ripeness
- CBD biomass only:30-50 kg/ha, harvesting inflorescences at CBD peak
- Fibre round bales:60-80 kg/ha, harvest stems after flowering
- Is Futura 75 suitable for food seed production?
Yes, it's one of the best.Futura 75 was developed specifically for food seed production with yields of 600-1,000 kg/ha. The seed is ideal for:
- Food grade hemp oil
- Hemp flour
- Shelled seeds for direct consumption
- Animal feed
Uniform ripening (monoecious characteristic) facilitates mechanical harvesting.
- What are the realistic yields under normal conditions?
Average yields verified in the Italian field:
- Seed: 700-800 kg/ha (standard conditions)
- Round bales: 10 tons/ha (standard conditions)
- CBD biomass: 1,000 kg/ha (standard conditions)
Maximum yields (optimal conditions):
- Seed: up to 1,000 kg/ha
- Round bales: up to 12 tons/ha
- Biomass: up to 1,500 kg/ha
Key factors: irrigation, soil fertility, plant health management, harvest timing.
- Can I legally grow Futura 75?
Yes, Futura 75 isEU certified varietytherefore legal for cultivation in Italy according to Law 242/2016.
Mandatory requirements:
- Purchase from authorized resellers (CanaPuglia)
- Storage of certification card + invoice (5 years)
- THC ≤ 0.2% (if 0.2-0.6% with proper documentation = no penalty)
Optional but recommended communication:Notify the Carabinieri/Forestry Corps within 10 days of the emergency to avoid disproportionate checks.
Read the complete guide: How to buy EU-certified seed
- What is the difference between seeds from dioecious, monoecious, and feminized varieties?
Dioecious (e.g. Carmagnola, Fibranova):Separate male and female plants, ideal for quality fiber, versatile for seed/biomass/fiber.
Monoecious (e.g. Futura 75):Male and female flowers on the same plant, excellent for edible seed, uniform ripening, simplified management.
Feminized (e.g. Enectalian CBD):Only female plants, maximum CBD/flower yield, low density cultivation.
When to choose monoecious:Priority food seed production, simplified management required, versatile double/triple production.
- How do you sow Futura 75 and with what equipment?
Sowing:
- Period: April-May (after the last frosts)
- Depth: 2-4 cm
- Row spacing: 15-25 cm (seed), 40-70 cm (fiber/biomass)
Equipment:
- Cereal seeder (for seed)
- Precision Seeder (for biomass/fiber in wide rows)
- Covering harrow
Land preparation:Ploughing + fine harrowing + light rolling
Need technical support? Contact us for a free pre-planting consultation.
