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The history of hemp: from prehistoric times to the present day, across the globe
Today, hemp is mainly the subject of discussions about recreational cannabis – which is illegal in France – or the benefits touted by CBD enthusiasts. Yet this plant, in all its diversity, has been part of civilisations for millennia, extending far beyond contemporary debates about its uses in relation to wellbeing. Examining this long historical…
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CBD, driving and roadside checks in France in 2026
The consumption of legal CBD in France exposes users to a real legal risk during roadside tests, and this reality remains largely underestimated by motorists, who may legitimately believe they are in the clear by purchasing products that comply with the regulations. The presence of THC can lead to a charge being brought, even when…
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Organic certification, flowers and CBD: from cultivation to consumption, what certification really changes
Whether on the shelf of a specialist shop or in the family’s herb drawer, the small green logo with twelve stars often goes unnoticed. Yet, whether it’s a CBD hemp flower or a thyme herbal tea, this label tells a whole story: that of the soil, the farmer and a chain of decisions that begins…
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Why choose natural CBD with no additives?
Hemp is one of the plants that has been cultivated for centuries for its rich array of plant compounds, with varieties such as Cannabis sativa selected for their specific profiles. Like other aromatic or medicinal plants used in herbal medicine, the quality of a plant depends on its origin, how it is grown and the…
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Vaping: from its origins to modern CBD use
With the help of a portable vaporiser or a home vaporiser, it is now possible to consume certain dried plants, including CBD flowers, through controlled heating rather than combustion. This practice, however, has a long history, marked by a number of technical innovations and a gradual evolution in usage. The origins of vaporisation: heating plants…
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CBD in Ardèche: how to choose organic, locally sourced, traceable and certified hemp?
More and more consumers are looking for CBD derived from organic hemp grown in France, with a clear traceability and quality guarantees. In the Ardèche, and more specifically in southern Ardèche near Valence and Montélimar, producers such as Valvi Chanvre offer organic hemp flowers, oils and pre-rolled joints, all Ecocert-certified and backed by laboratory analyses.…
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CBD in Ardèche: from botanical heritage to local culture
In the Ardèche, hemp has long been a central part of village life, from the fields of Le Teil to the hemp fields of Mayres. This textile expertise has gradually given way to the gathering of medicinal plants, and subsequently to a professional sector specialising in aromatic plants. Today, CBD continues this botanical tradition, derived…
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Valvignères and the Dardaillon Valley: the source of Valvi Chanvre’s CBD in the Ardèche
In the south of the Ardèche, the landscapes, villages and agricultural activity remain deeply shaped by viticulture and farming. Its history, natural features and recent developments on certain farms provide a clearer context for the development of our local hemp cultivation. A brief portrait of a unique terroir: Valvignères and the Dardaillon Valley, where Valvi…
