Tag: hemp
New state law could hamstring Ohio’s struggling hemp industry
Despite once being hailed as the next cash crop for the Buckeye State, new state regulations are making it harder than ever for Ohio hemp farmers to survive. With a new .4mg THC limit per container, many wellness products like CBD are being pulled from store shelves. Local growers say they need more support, not more restrictions.
What would it take to build a natural fiber future in...
Ohio State University's "Farm to Fashion" event on April 21 brought together farmers and natural fiber advocates to discuss a natural fiber industry future in Ohio.
Appalachia could be a hub for hemp, but barriers stand in...
Appalachia has ideal weather conditions and infrastructure for the hemp industry to grow, but industry leaders state heavy restrictions stand in the way.
Cannabis growers education in Ohio buds after passing of Issue 2
The Cleveland School of Cannabis and Kent State University are offering cannabis growers programs to prepare Ohio residents for an emerging cannabis industry.
Ohio Hemp Company signs contract to grow hemp for bioplastics
The Ohio Hemp Company signs its first contract with Michigan-based company Heartland Industries to grow dual purpose hemp for bioplastics.
Penn State to host a CBD hemp field day Sept. 28
Penn State Extension will host the "2023 Penn State CBD Hemp Field Day" from 2:30-5 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Penn State Horticulture Research Farm.
Growers, processors explore fiber, grain hemp in Ohio and Pennsylvania
Even back in 2019, researchers and industry experts noted fiber and grain hemp had a lot of potential. The infrastructure isn't quite there yet, but farmers and processors in Ohio and Pennsylvania are starting to explore it.
First USDA hemp report shows tough harvest, but major potential for...
USDA released its first National Hemp Report Feb. 17. It’s a big step forward for the crop. But some industry groups say it shows the industry is struggling under current regulations.
Central State researchers look to expand hemp, trout markets
Central State University researchers are aiming to create more opportunities in hemp and aquaculture, with a recently grant-funded project that seeks to get hemp grain approved as a feed ingredient for fish feed, expand markets for hemp and trout and increase diversity in agriculture.
The Ohio Hemp Co. focuses on research, leadership with new crop
As the industry develops, the founders of The Ohio Hemp Co. are doing their best to lead research on hemp and help other farmers learn more about the crop.
