Protein feeds used by Swedish animal producer's origin from different parts of the world. Protein feeds produced in Sweden are among all rape seed cake, peas and field bean. In addition soybean meal is imported and used as a high quality protein feed. Since 2003 there is also a new protein feed available on the market produced from hemp, Cannabis sativa, which can be grown in arable regions throughout Sweden. Hempseed cake, a by-product of the oil processing industry, provides a rich source of protein for the animal feed sector. Nutritionally, hempseed cake is equivalent to rape seed cake, potentially making it a viable alternative to imported soybean meal. This master thesis included two different trials with the aim to investigate hemp...