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“Just like there’s a difference between cherry tomatoes and beefsteak tomatoes,” said David Falkowski, the founder of the Open Minded Organics farm in Bridgehampton, “there are different cannabis plants.”
Mr. Falkowski is the only registered processor of industrial hemp on Long Island. He uses it to manufacture CBD, or cannabidiol, a chemical extracted from the cannabis plant that has gained prominence in recent years for its therapeutic properties in helping all manner of ailments, from restless nights and anxiety to aching muscles, menopause, and even skin problems. As a result, CBD products, such as tinctures, edibles, lotions, gel caps, and balms, are popping up everywhere, in heath food stores, yoga studios, the gym, juice bars, and, naturally, at Mr. Falkowski’s farm stand.
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