WHAT'S NEW IN INDUSTRIAL HEMP:

Federal proposals could redefine hemp and restrict full-spectrum CBD products nationwide. The Pennsylvania Hemp Steering Committee urges state leadership to oppose these changes and protect Pennsylvania farmers, processors, and consumers. Learn what this means for our hemp industry.

A recent dissertation by recent Jefferson graduate, John Ervin, offers a fresh perspective that could help shift the national conversation on hemp from obstacles to solutions. Using systems thinking tools like stakeholder mapping and interactive planning, he identifies why so many well-meaning efforts in hemp development stall out—and what we can do to change that. While centered on Pennsylvania, Ervin’s work presents lessons applicable across the United States.

Committee Meeting Minutes from January, including updates from PA Dept of Agriculture and 2 Guest Presentations.