Frequently asked questions
We want to make your visit to our website clear and simple, so we have compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions about hemp fiber, our products, and our operations.
If you can't find the answer, we're always happy to write to us. Or even better, come visit us!
We are waiting for you at the Shironija farm, where everything starts with land, light, and good energy.
1. How is hemp fiber different from marijuana?
We often hear the question: are hemp and marijuana the same plant?
Although they both belong to the same cannabis family, they are actually very different plant strains with completely different properties and uses.
Marijuana strains are known to have higher levels of THC, the psychoactive compound that gives the plant its intoxicating effects, while they are very low in CBD.
The fiber hemp we grow on our Shironija farm is the complete opposite – it has an extremely low THC content (up to 0.2%), and is rich in natural CBD and other valuable cannabinoids.
For this reason, hemp fiber is a completely legal, safe, and beneficial plant, suitable for food, teas, oil, and many other products.
Our goal is to show that cannabis can be a symbol of peace, health, and harmony with nature, rather than a source of stereotypes.
2. Is hemp fiber legal in Lithuania?
Yes, hemp fiber is completely legal. It can be grown, processed, and used for food, cosmetics, textiles, or education.
4. What are the health benefits of hemp fiber?
Hemp seeds
- Contains all essential amino acids that the human body cannot produce on its own.
- It is a rich source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids in the right ratio (3:1) – helping to support heart, blood vessel and brain function.
- Seeds are also rich in protein, magnesium, iron, and zinc - they strengthen immunity and provide energy.
Hemp oil
- Cold-pressed oil retains all valuable nutrients.
- Supports skin elasticity, hormonal balance, and digestive system function.
- Due to its high antioxidant content, it helps reduce inflammatory processes and strengthens immunity.
🍃 Hemp tea
- Gently soothes, helps with relaxation and improves sleep quality.
- May help reduce tension and stress - due to the effects of natural cannabinoids (CBD) and terpenes on the nervous system.
- Tea also has antioxidant properties and maintains the body's natural balance.
Hemp fiber is a plant that does not intoxicate, but strengthens.
It helps people live closer to the rhythm of nature – calmly and harmoniously.
5. Can cannabis tea cause intoxication?
No. The amount of THC in hemp fiber is so low that you won't feel any effects - just natural calm and relaxation.
6. Is it possible to come to the farm or education?
Of course! Our educational tours are a great opportunity to see how hemp grows, learn about its benefits, and experience peace surrounded by nature. Before arriving, please arrange a time with the farm owners using the contacts provided.
7. What educational programs are carried out at the Shironija farm?
Our farm offers various educational and tasting programs: a hemp awareness program, a program for baking original rye bread. Entertainment - archery, led by Virgilijus Šironas, an enthusiast of this sport.
10. Is it possible to come with children?
Yes, we welcome everyone! Šironija farm is family and child friendly.
It is important to us that young visitors have the opportunity to see how plants grow, touch the earth, smell the meadows, and understand where what we drink or eat comes from.
During education sessions, children often participate in playful learning activities, can get to know cannabis up close, see insects, and taste tea or cannabis seeds.
This is a great way for the whole family to spend time in nature and learn something new.
Educational activities carried out at the Shironija farm
Come to a mixed farm that has been operating for over 100 years, where hemp is the main crop grown and processed. Here you will learn how hemp fiber is grown, how to bake original rye bread. You will try archery or other entertainment.