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Hemp factory expansion plotted in Canterbury, despite lack of 'patient' overseas capital

Backers hope to raise $12 million to expand the iwi-backed Ashburton plant, after last year's failed bid for overseas investment.

Hemp factory expansion plotted in Canterbury, despite lack of 'patient' overseas capital

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Backers hope to raise $12 million to expand the iwi-backed Ashburton plant, after last year's failed bid for overseas investment.

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Backers hope to raise $12 million to expand the iwi-backed Ashburton plant, after last year's failed bid for overseas investment.

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