Hemp Equipment
Hemp equipment encompasses the specialized machinery required for the unique planting, harvesting, and decortication needs of the industrial hemp plant. From precision planters and harvesters to mobile decorticators and drying systems, these tools are the essential infrastructure for scaling fiber, grain, and cannabinoid production. Access to high-performance equipment is critical for Michigan farmers to maintain crop integrity and maximize the efficiency of raw biomass processing.
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Hemp Building Workshop Success
by Dave Crabill
/ September 15, 2025
With a total of thirty participants, the event drew in a powerful mix of voices including professors, lobbyists, builders, architects, real estate agents, farmers, entrepreneurs, and even private homeowners who were simply curious about sustainable construction.
Hemp Field Days & Harvest Tips
by Dave Crabill
/ September 29, 2023
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.
Building a Healthy Home with Hemp
by Dave Crabill
/ July 20, 2023
A Michigan woman with severe chemical sensitivities is getting a lifeline: Hemp for Humanity has launched the Canary Homes project to build her a 1,010 sq ft hempcrete homeโthe first in a planned series of healthy housing solutions for the estimated 7 million Americans now suffering from conditions like Long COVID, ME, and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity. With zero VOCs, natural mold resistance, and a $250,000 fundraising goal, this collaboration between hemp advocates and building biologists could revolutionize accessible housing.
Investing in Hemp Building with Ray Kaderli
by Dave Crabill
/ February 3, 2023
The ICC has officially approved hemp as a building materialโand Michigan is gearing up to build. Ray Cattery, incoming president of the US Hemp Building Association, breaks down what the new codes mean for builders and architects, while iHemp Michigan announces a packed schedule of workshops and field days to get hands-on with hempcrete. The revolution is being unboxed.
Whatโs New in Hemp Construction
by Dave Crabill
/ November 10, 2022
Cody Ley of Hemp for Humanity is planning to build 20 hemp-based homes in Detroit using locally-sourced materials from underserved Michigan farmersโand he’s solving technical challenges like thermal bridging along the way. In this episode of the iHemp Hour, Lay shares his journey from plastics research to hemp farming, explains why CBG might be the cannabinoid you’re missing, and reveals how 100 acres of hemp could transform a Detroit neighborhood.
Hemp Grain as Animal Feed โ Andrew Bish
by Dave Crabill
/ July 29, 2022
Special guest Andrew Bish, of Bish Enterprises, joins us as we discuss hemp feed regulation. Andrew is working with the Hemp Feed Coalition to bring about fair regulation for the use of hemp grain in animal feed. Learn more about the Hemp Feed Coalition and help their cause by joining https://hempfeedcoalition.org.
The Good Works of Hemp Harvest Works and Bish Enterprises
by Dave Crabill
/ October 28, 2021
In this iHemp Hour, Dave and Blaine talk with Andrew Bish and Karen from Bish Enterprises and Hemp Harvest Works about innovative hemp harvesting solutionsโfrom multi-height sickle mowers to super crop headersโalong with real-world challenges in fiber, grain, decortication, vet involvement, and building the infrastructure needed to scale industrial hemp in the U.S.
Sean Piccirilli and Gordy Johncock from Cutting Edge Solutionsยฎ๏ธ on the iHemp Hour
by Dave Crabill
/ March 11, 2021
Go beyond basic fertilizers. Discover how to use advanced soil biology to unlock nutrients, boost terpenes, and grow a superior hemp crop. We share expert insights from Cutting Edge Solutions on how to maximize your plant’s true potential from the ground up.
Cole Gibbs from Dama Distributing on the iHemp Hour
by Dave Crabill
/ March 4, 2021
We learn about sustainable practices and innovative hemp products from Cole Gibbs of Dama Distributing.
Dana Mosman, CEO and Co-Founder of Triminator Discusses Hemp Processing Equipment
by Dave Crabill
/ January 7, 2021
Dana is the co-founder and CEO of Triminator, the global leader in cannabis and hemp processing equipment. Founded in 2010, Triminator designs and manufactures equipment to streamline the harvesting process for farmers big and small.









