Hemp Bedding is extremely absorbent and thus efficient, has good odor control and minimal dust, and provides more insulation than other bedding materials. Additionally, hemp is naturally pest-repellent and horses are not tempted to eat it. Due to its low dust, hemp bedding is recommended for horses with allergy or respiratory issues.[4] From an environmental consideration, hemp is more sustainable than wood as it requires both less time and human intervention to grow repeatedly.[5]