2021 Hemp Program Legislation

2021 Hemp Program Legislation

On St Patricks Day, Senator Lauwers filed the updated industrial hemp program legislation to conform with the USDA rules. Please read them over and send us your thoughts / comments. Here are two big take aways that we noticed. 2020 SIB 0850 Sec. 313. A grower may sell...
USDA on Labs & Disposal for 2020

USDA on Labs & Disposal for 2020

https://www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/hemp/enforcement Enforcement Discretion – Interim Final Rule The contents of this web page do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. The following is intended only to...
Expo Update

Expo Update

Midwest iHemp Expo Event Gallery We can do this Collaborate & Learn Get In...
USDA Interim Final Rule Issues

USDA Interim Final Rule Issues

Pictured is Justin and his son.Big thanks to Justin Swanson, president of the Midwest Hemp Council for putting together this look at a few key issues to discuss with the rules. Take a look. The full 166 page document is linked up here as well as Justin’s take on...
USDA Releases Rules!

USDA Releases Rules!

“Michigan is a state famous around the nation for its rich history of manufacturing and agriculture. We are naturally poised to play a leading role in the nation’s emerging hemp economy, and iHemp Michigan was formed this year to bring together Michigan’s hemp...
Lansing Channel 6 WLNS Coverage

Lansing Channel 6 WLNS Coverage

The leading statewide trade association representing industrial hemp today hosted a roundtable to review Michigan’s pilot hemp season and discuss the highs and lows of the state’s newest agricultural commodity.The roundtable, hosted by iHemp Michigan, featured...