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Please Help Develop the Federal Crop Insurance Program
The National Hemp Association partnered with AgriLogic Consulting, LLC in 2018 to develop a federal multiple-peril crop insurance (MPCI) program for industrial hemp.
We are pleased to announce that AgriLogic Consulting received approval on the initial two phases of the development process for an industrial hemp MPCI program by the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation at their March and June board meetings.
As a result, AgriLogic is in full-scale development of a program for multiple locations across the United States. An effective MPCI crop insurance program will not only benefit growers, but will help strengthen and stabilize the industry as a whole. Two important components of an effective program include a sound pricing methodology that provides a dollar amount reflective of the average price received by a grower in a given location for the insured type of industrial hemp (i.e. grain, fiber, and/or cannabinoid) and historical production yields on which sound premium rates and county transitional yields can be established.
AgriLogic is looking for partners who understand the importance of a strong crop insurance program and are wanting to be a part of the development process to ensure it meets the needs of the industry. They would greatly appreciate any information you can provide in terms of historical prices and/or yields as well as information surrounding the challenges and risks faced by hemp growers. Given the sensitive nature of this information, AgriLogic will follow stringent confidentiality protocols. The data you provide will be kept confidential and only be used to support the development and approval of the federal crop insurance program.
We have provided a data reporting form if you would like to assist with the project. Please complete the form according to the instructions included and email it to: sstorrs@agrilogic.com. If you have any questions concerning the program, please feel free to contact us or you can contact Kim Harris with AgriLogic by email at kharris@agrilogic.com or by phone at 217-649-6979.
Thank you!!
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"Roy McIntyre raises Brahman cattle along with wheat, oats and other row crops in Franklin Parish, south of Delhi. Although this year he has some acreage sitting idle because of the wet Spring. Between mother nature and the tariff war with China, having another commodity that’s not dependent on exports is something McIntyre is looking forward to. That’s where Industrial Hemp enters the picture."
Louisiana farmers allowed to grow industrial hemp
knoe.com
The Louisiana legislature passed a bill allowing farmers to grow industrial hemp. Some northeast Louisiana farmers say our climate is well suited for the plant. Industrial hemp is used to make paper, concrete, plastics, and other items."Just half an acre of industrial hemp was (legally) cultivated last year in Nebraska – that should increase exponentially in the not too distant future.
Late last week Governor Pete Ricketts signed a bill into law allowing farmers to grow industrial hemp as an alternative crop.
Championed by Senator Justin Wayne, LB 657 adopts the Nebraska Hemp Act, which will align state law with federal law regarding the cultivation, handling, marketing, and processing of the crop – and products made from it.
Among other things, the Act will promote the expansion of Nebraska’s hemp industry “to the maximum extent permitted by law” and establish testing and compliance procedures.
The Act will also facilitate interstate commerce by not impeding transport of the crop in and out of the state. Problems have emerged where hemp is transported through states without this provision. This has led to arrests of drivers and seizures of shipments – such as the recent high-profile case in Idaho. However, this may soon be a moot point as after USDA publishes regulations implementing the new hemp production provisions of the 2018 Farm Bill, states won’t be able to prohibit the transport of hemp through their jurisdictions.
Hemp was once an important crop in Nebraska, but as in other states the industry died with prohibition. But the plant never really disappeared from the state, continuing to exist in its feral form, known as “ditchweed”.
www.hempgazette.com/news/nebraska-industrial-hemp-legislation-signed-into-law/
Nebraska Industrial Hemp Legislation Signed Into Law - Hemp Gazette
hempgazette.com
Just half an acre of industrial hemp was (legally) cultivated last year in Nebraska - that should increase exponentially in the not too distant future.
Come on Idaho...Get with it
I have to think that, since hemp is now legal nationwide, no state could outlaw movement of it through their states. It would violate the Constitutional provision that says the federal gov't controls interstate commerce. What if a corn-producing state didn't want any of its neighboring states to bring any of their corn into their state because they didn't want their farmers to have to compete with farmers from other states? Doesn't make sense. No state has to approve of hemp, but IMHO, if any of their farmers wanted to grow it, how could they be arrested? The crop is legal, and no farmer should face arrest because of the crop they choose to grow. Again, think if a state outlawed soy beans. Could they do that? Probably not.
maybe some of the farmers that couldn't grow a crop will be saved by hemp
"COLUMBUS – Ohio hemp advocates and farmers warned lawmakers Tuesday against adding too many restrictions on the state's proposed legal hemp program.
Supporters of industrial hemp said changes to Senate Bill 57 will prohibit many Ohioans from planting hemp, a non-intoxicating cousin of marijuana, or making products from the plant. Hemp is a cannabis plant with less than 0.3 percent THC, the active component of cannabis that generates a high.
The 2018 Farm Act made hemp an agricultural commodity and allowed states to regulate it. But on the state level, hemp remains illegal.
Ohio law makes no differentiation between hemp and marijuana, and the Ohio Board of Pharmacy has maintained CBD, or cannabidiol, derived from hemp can only be produced and sold through Ohio's medical marijuana program.
Senate Bill 57 aims to fix that by removing hemp from the definition of marijuana and establishing some rules required by the federal law.
The bill requires growers and processors who make CBD oil, rope, clothing and other products from hemp be licensed by the Ohio Department of Agriculture.
The latest iteration of the bill requires the department to set license fees and licensee requirements for "experience, equipment, facilities or land." Processors would have to show "financial responsibility" to obtain a license."
www.cincinnati.com/story/news/politics/2019/06/04/ohio-hemp-legalization-bill-draws-criticism-far...
Ohio hemp legalization bill draws criticism from farmers and hemp advocates
cincinnati.com
Several supporters of a bill to legalize hemp in Ohio say the current version will cripple the hemp industry here.
State lawmakers, especially those who have maintained that the best gov't is that which governs least, would do well to stand out of the way and let their farmers do what they do best.
Thank GW Pharmaceuticals.
Good for them! Sadly only a few saw we had a restrictive hemp bill in Louisiana ...
Don't worry people. The DEA of 1937 lied. Cannabis, AKA Marijuana, is the safest healing herb and the most beneficial crop know to man.
Cruel. It's a weed. Stop trying to please pharma.
All about control
Theresa Daniello
Just grow it!
Hey Ohio, 🖕
Don’t mess it up Buckeyes
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"EVANSVILLE, Ind., June 4 (UPI) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's first hearing on cannabidiol -- CBD -- left those involved in the booming new industry concerned for its future."
www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2019/06/04/FDA-hearing-leaves-CBD-industry-concerned-about-future/7011559...
FDA hearing leaves CBD industry concerned about future
upi.com
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's first hearing on cannabidiol -- CBD -- left those involved in the booming new industry concerned for its future.
I think it’s sad they can’t think of anything better to do with our tax dollars CBD’s a joke anyway
I guess he is ignorant to the fact that the World Health Organization has stated CBD to be safe and safe for human consumption as it is non- physcoactive as the rest of the world moves forward and puts cannabis laws and legalizes cannabis the United States will be left behind and then they have no one to blame but themselves for stonewalling and dicking around on the legalization of cannabis at the federal level
But the FDA can push hazardous pharmaceuticals with ridiculous side effects all day long. But we need to be cautious with a completely natural substance? Clearly CBD is a threat to king pharma and they aren’t going to tolerate it long.
#FOLLOWTHEMONEY...I guarantee you that BIG PHARMA IS BACKING THE F.D.A.
Does anyone know what Scott Gottlieb and Norman Sharpless think about cannabis?
Big Pharma does not want the competition. Kleptocracy in full gear.
It fixes too may problems. I smell the stench of big pharma
In reality the only people you are hurting is the people of the United States because of the economic impact that it would have throughout the United States as in taxes generated jobs generated as well as the beggining of the reduction in opiod dependency, opiod deaths, and opiod addiction
Honestly I'm not worried the just descheduled THC
I trust the FDA 🙄Ha
They should be very concerned
FDA broken down corrupted mess. Agree abolish the FDA, DEA.
Abolish the FDA and the DEA
The FDA is about as usefull as tits on a bull... 💩💩💩
FDA is a joke.
Fuck the feds
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Idiots....I really didn't expect anything from these clowns
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Hemp Education
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. ~Nelson Mandela
Much work still needs to be done with the general public, farmers and our elected officials about the nutritional, industrial, environmental and medicinal benefits of hemp. As laws change, research is conducted and commercialization begins, sharing information will be vital to ensure the hemp industry thrives. NHA is committed to advancing this awareness and knowledge.
Hemp Legislation
NHA’s main priority is the passage of comprehensive hemp legislation on a federal level. We also are here to help individual states with their hemp legislation. Stay tuned for important updates of how you can help pass HR3550, The 2017 Industrial Hemp Act!
Hemp Business
Hemp has the potential to bring prosperity to many segments of our society. Not only will it be a new cash and rotational crop for farmers, the possibilities for manufacturing are virtuously endless. Not only can hemp make thousands of products, hemp can be used to makes thousands of products, better, stronger and more sustainable. Now is the time to start think about how hemp can be incorporated into your business plan. If you have an existing hemp business, an NHA business level membership is a great way to not only support our efforts but to promote your business tp thousands of hemp enthusiasts!
HEMP IS NOT MARIJUANA
One of the biggest misconceptions is believing that industrial hemp is the same thing as marijuana.
The two plants are the same species, but are more like first cousins and NOT identical twins.
“Hemp Can Save The Planet!”
– Jack Herer
Hemp is the most versatile plant on earth.
It can be used for food, medicine, biofuel, compostable plastics, building materials and more.
It is time for the full legalization of industrial hemp at the federal level.
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