iHemp Hour Articles

2022 Hemp Variety Trials Results with James DeDecker

What began as a gold rush in 2019 is getting down to the basics as we continue to learn about applications for hemp and the varieties that fill the need. This research is a fraction of the work that we need to complete to build a viable industry.  The Midwestern Hemp...

What’s New in Hemp Construction

USHBA Region 7 Leader, Cody Ley, will be this week’s iHemp Hour featured guest. We will discuss updates from the US Hemp building association and the future of hemp in construction.

Heavy-Handed Hemp Regulation with Michael Thue

iHemp Michigan board member, Michael Thue, joins us to talk about his recent experience. His farm was raided and crops confiscated. Hear from the source what is happening.

US Hemp Builders Association Updates with Henry Gage Jr

iHemp Michigan has been a major proponent of hemp for fiber and grain. While grain is taking longer with the research required, we just received great news on the fiber side! Join us as we learn about the ICC decision from the president of the USHBA, Henry Gage, Jr....
CBD Seed to Sales

CBD Seed to Sales

Lori Putt, owner HOH (Hangoverhops) CBD, will be our guest. Being a small business owner in the startup hemp industry...

Hemp Moving To MRA

Hemp Moving To MRA

Because of recent regulation changes in Michigan with the MRA becoming the Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA), and parts of the industrial hemp regulation being moved from MDARD to the CRA, we have Andrew Brisbo, the Executive Director of the MRA on this week’s iHemp...

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Americans for Safe Access

Americans for Safe Access

Because of recent regulation changes in Michigan, we have asked Americans for Safe Access to join us at this year’s Expo. The mission of Americans for Safe Access (ASA) is to ensure safe and legal access to cannabis (marijuana) for therapeutic use and research. This...

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The Future of Hemp Grain

The Future of Hemp Grain

Jeff is known for his ‘real life’ experience in the field as a pedigreed Hemp seed grower, and having a strong applied research background providing benchmarks in the hemp industry. Jeff has assisted in the success of producers, Industry and colleagues in the...

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COVID and Cannabinoids

COVID and Cannabinoids

Annie Rouse is co-founder and COO of OP Innovates, innovative formulations and sustainable manufacturing company offering improved bioavailability through its patent-pending organic delivery system, Naturia+™. OP Innovates offers Naturia+ in bulk and private/white...

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How Carbon Programs Operate

How Carbon Programs Operate

Carbon credits are rapidly developing in the US, and hemp and other specialty crops are especially suited for the challenge of sequestering carbon in US soils. PanXchange’s carbon program is farmer-friendly and uniquely suited for hemp carbon credits. They aim to...

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The Hemp Industries Association

The Hemp Industries Association

Jody has worked for membership nonprofits for more than 20 years, helping organizations to transform in order to better serve their members and their missions. He is passionate about the potential for hemp to bring value to rural communities, help heal the planet, and...

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Scott Colville Crop Insurance

Scott Colville Crop Insurance

Scott Colville Crop Insurance’s mission is the same today as when Jim Colville started back in 1967: To help farmers sleep better, regardless of what nature throws their way. The Colville family has been insuring crops for small to medium farmers in the Midwest region...

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The Results of Varietal Trials

The Results of Varietal Trials

James DeDecker, PhD is the Director of the MSU Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center in Chatham, Michigan and a Specialist in the MSU Extension Community, Food and Environment Institute. He earned a BS in Environmental Studies and Anthropology from the...

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