HEMP - Lionel Messi's Hometown: Meet The Cannabis Cultivators Breeders & Caregivers Scoring Goals For The Community | Benzinga
Lionel Messi, the football champion from Rosario, Argentina is known worldwide. Yet, few are aware of the thriving cannabis scene in his hometown. Rosario is a city known for its bustling port, thriving commerce and vibrant agtech sector. It also has a dedicated community of cannabis breeders and cultivators who have championed knowledge sharing, supported caregivers, made significant social impacts and have won numerous cannabis cup awards for their exceptional work.
Rosario: Messi's Roots And Global Impact
Lionel Messi, born June 24, 1987 in Rosario, grew up in the working-class neighborhood of La Bajada, Rosario - the largest city in Santa Fe province and the third-most populous in Argentina with a populution of 1.75 million people.
Located on the Paraná River, Rosario is a key hub for agricultural trade with one of the busiest ports in the country, which is supported by a robust agtech sector focused on R&D, logistics and commodity processing. Culturally rich, the city is home to the National Flag Memorial, showcasing diverse architectural styles from neoclassical to Art Deco.
When Messi was eight years old, he joined Newell's Old Boys - ...