Hemp Feed Milestone: Opening New Markets for Michigan Farmers
Exciting news for both hemp farmers and poultry producers! The hemp industry reached a significant milestone this August when Hemp Seed Meal (HSM) received tentative approval for use in laying hen feed. This breakthrough opens up tremendous opportunities for...
MDARD to Send the Industrial Hemp Program back to USDA
Michigan House Bill number 5977 would change the Industrial Hemp Program for Michigan growers. However, it does not change the requirements for Industrial Hemp Processors. While the wording in this Bill does not state the request to abolish the Michigan Industrial...
Groundbreaking Study Confirms CBD Products Safe For Dogs
In an exciting development for pet owners and veterinary science, a new study has provided reassuring news about the safety of cannabidiol (CBD) products for dogs. Spearheaded by the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC), an advocacy partner of the U.S. Hemp...
Michigan’s Groundbreaking Hemp Research: Pioneering Pain Management Without Opioids
In Lansing, Michigan, a revolutionary shift is underway, promising a future where pain management may no longer rely on opioids, known for their addictive pitfalls. Instead, the spotlight turns to a plant with ancient roots and modern potential: Cannabis, specifically...
Hemp Field Days & Harvest Tips
You are invited to a hemp field day in Cannelburg, Indiana. This event will take place at a commercial hemp field and you will have the opportunity to hear from the farmer and see a beautiful hemp crop. If the timing and weather work out, they may bring the combine...
Jean Lotus of Hemp Building Magazine on iHemp Hour
HEMPBUILD MAGAZINE is your online resource for information and inspiration about the exciting and emerging hemp building and design industry. Jean Lotus is the Editor. We talk about the progress and potential of industrial hemp building materies around the United...
Jalapeno & Goat Cheese Appetizer
Jalapeno & Goat Cheese with HempseedNo party is complete without a cheese dip!Servings 2 cupsReady In: 30 minsCalories: ?Good For: AppetizerIntroduction About this RecipeBy: Dave Crabill The Jalapeno relish in this dish is a treat in itself! Mix with the cheese to...
Phytoremediation of soil with Dr. Lesley Putman of Northern Michigan University.
Professor Lesley Putman of Northern Michigan University, Department of Chemistry. Her research focuses on phytoremediation, utilizing plants to clean up the environment. When it became legal for her at the university to conduct research with hemp, she decided to...
The Hemp Seed Craze: A Nutritional Powerhouse Taking Over the Market!
Hey there, health-conscious folks! Have you heard about the latest buzz in the food world? It's all about those tiny, mighty seeds - hemp seeds! They may be small, but trust me, they pack a serious nutritional punch that's taking the market by storm. Let's dive into...
Building a Healthy Home with Hemp
Learn about the Canary Homes as we visit with Jessie & Laurie DeDecker, Cory Ley with H4H Ellis Wills-Begley from Wills-Begley Architecture & Luca Pandolfi of Pandolfi Productions. Jessie is suffering from a variety of rare medical conditions that make...
Tell Your Hemp Story
Northcentral Hemp IPM Working Group seeking growers to share their pest management experiencesAre you producing industrial hemp in the northcentral region? Would you be willing to share your experiences in this crop, including managing disease, weeds, and/or insects?...
Free Hemp Disease & Pest Diagnosis
Hello there,I’m a graduate student at Northern Michigan University working with Dr. James DeDecker and others on a study of potential biocontrols for hemp diseases. We are looking for controls of both gray (Botrytis cinerea) and white (Sclerotinia sclerotiorum) molds...
2023 US Farm Bill Priorities for Hemp
Progress On 2023 Farm Bill Priorities For The Hemp Industry by U.S. Hemp Roundtable In April, we proudly announced our collaboration with prominent organizations in the hemp industry, namely the Hemp Industries Association (HIA) and the National Industrial Hemp...
Hunter Buffington on Ag Policy
We catch up with Hunter Buffington. We last spoke with Hunter in her role as director of the Hemp Feed Coalition. Hunter now serves as the director of Agriculture Policy Solutions. Navigating policy and working with government bodies is a much needed skill set that...
Hunter Buffington on iHemp Hour
Join us Thursday, May 25th at 5 PM for the iHemp Hour. We catch up with Hunter Buffington. We last spoke with Hunter in her role as director of the Hemp Feed Coalition. Hunter now serves as the director of Agriculture Policy Solutions. Navigating policy and working...
Jonathan Miller of USHR
We catch up with Jonathan Miller of the US Hemp Roundtable to talk about the US Farm Bill and how it impacts industrial hemp. We advocate for industrial hemp to benefit people and the planet. #hemp #hempbuilding #ihempmichigan
April Hemp Building Event
Thank you to Professor Glenn Wilcox and the Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning for hosting our event. We covered a lot of ground over the day. Cody Ley of Hemp 4 Humanity covered the science of building with hemp lime. We even got our hands dirty with...
UM Professor Glenn Wilcox on Building with Hemp & Fungi
Professor Glenn Wilcox is pushing the envelope on sustainable building at the Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning at the University of Michigan. We dive into a discussion about new building techniques using hemp and also fungi.
State of Hemp with Chase Hubbard, The Jacobsen
Chase Hubbard of The Jacobsen Chase spoke at our 2020 Midwest iHemp Expo as we launched this reemerging industry. We will take a look at US hemp market and how state and USDA regulations are impacting the growth. The Jacobsen has been reporting on commodity market...
Guacamole
Guacamole with HempseedNo party is complete without guacamole!Servings 2 cupsReady In: 30 minsCalories: ?Good For: AppetizerIntroduction About this RecipeBy: HempNut Cookbook Guacamole seems to always be a favorite among party-goers. This recipe with hempseed is...
NOCO update from Morris Beegle of WAFBA
We catch up with Morris Beegle as he was preparing for the 2023 NOCO event at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. Morris Beegle is a passionate advocate for the hemp industry and has become one of the most prominent voices in the movement to legalize and promote hemp...
Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed MushroomsAn earthy, richly-flavored starter dish, stuffed mushrooms are lovely on a buffet table. They require a bit of effort, but it will be worth every second.Servings 6 to 8Ready In: 40 minutesCalories: ?Good For: AppetizerIntroduction About this RecipeBy:...
Sustainability and Environmental Impact of Hemp
iHemp Michigan would like to thank this episodes sponsors -- https://www.iconprocessors.com and https://downonthefarm.biz/. Hemp has been widely recognized for its environmental and sustainability benefits, making it an increasingly popular choice for a wide range of...
EPA Seeks Input
The US EPA seeks input into measuring and limiting greenhouses gases in construction The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the first opportunities for public input on new programs focused on lower carbon construction materials made possible by a...