Processing the hemp into oil is an important step in the production of CBD products. The capital investment in processing equipment and expertise involved properly using the equipment is prohibitive to most farmers. Michael Golfetto, Pete Conway and Lenard Bugajewski, Jr. are implementing a plan to process 1,000 lbs of hemp an hour using Butane! They explain how they got here and why Butane is less energy expensive and cleaner to use. 

iHemp Michigan is committed to the whole plant success of industrial hemp for people and the planet. Visit iHempMichigan.com for more information.

In this episode Dave has a conversation with a Hemp Lifestyle Entrepreneur, Valerie Aloisio. Valerie discovered the power of CBD and has created a successful lifestyle introducing others to what hemp has to offer. Valerie serves on the advisory board for Kannaway.

Valerie introduces us to a great non-profit resource, EchoConnection.org. Follow this link to their education page to browse a list of ailments and links to research using hemp: https://echoconnection.org/education/

Have any comments or suggestions? Contact Dave at [email protected]

Gary Schuler of GTF showed up at the Hemponomics 101 meeting hosted by iHemp Michigan at the Amway Grand, Grand Rapids, on August 13th. That night we put Gary on the spot by having him talk about his process and the potential. Since then we have included Gary in meetings with Michigan legislators and media. Listen to this episode to learn how GTF can mill hemp small and dry enough to be used in existing injection molded plastic processes.

iHemp Michigan is a member-based organization representing hemp farmers, seed cultivators, processors, manufacturers, and hemp businesses statewide. Our members are defining Industrial Hemp’s path to success, from seed to sale and beyond. We are committed to empowering hemp farmers, fueling industry leaders, and educating consumers to ensure hemp flourishes in the Midwest. We work to promote responsible and fair regulation, provide grower education, and enable full access to the evolving marketplace. iHemp Michigan advocates for wellness in people and the planet through hemp... and it begins with the farmer.

The host of this episode is Dave Crabill, vice president and co founder of iHemp Michigan. Have a question, comment or suggestion? Contact [email protected]. The get involved and be a part of the hemp solution, visit www.iHempMichigan.com to join.

Welcome to the iHemp Michigan Podcast

Eric Anderson has been instrumental in getting agronomy information out to the farmers as we all scramble to plant and grow this season.  Eric is a field crops educator serving Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, and St. Joseph counties. https://www.canr.msu.edu/people/eric_anderson

iHemp Michigan is a member-based organization backing hemp farmers, seed cultivators, processors, manufacturers and hemp businesses statewide. It begins with the farmer! For more information, visit www.iHempMichigan.com

Dave Crabill and broadcaster, Michael J Thorp interview Eric Anderson of MSU about industrial hemp. Eric works with farmers in St Joseph County, Michigan and has been our go to contact at MSU. Industrial hemp is a new topic to Michael J and he uses his classic radio interview style to understand the topic.

This episode is brought to you by the Midwest iHemp Expo. The Midwest iHemp Expo is your opportunity to learn, connect and plan for a bountiful 2020 harvest. With four workshop speaker tracks and over 100 exhibitors, everything industrial hemp will be available to you. Visit www.MidwestiHempExpo.com for more details.

Welcome to the iHemp Michigan podcast. iHemp Michigan is a member-based organization backing hemp farmers, seed cultivators, processors, manufacturers and hemp businesses statewide. Our members are engaged in defining the path to success of Industrial Hemp from seed to sale and beyond. We are committed to empowering hemp farmers, fueling industry leaders, and educating consumers to ensure Hemp flourishes in the Midwest. Our focus is influencing responsible and fair regulation, providing grower education, and enabling full access to the evolving marketplace. iHemp Michigan advocates for wellness in people and the planet through Hemp... and it begins with the farmer.

This episode is brought to you by the Midwest iHemp Expo. The Midwest iHemp Expo is your opportunity to learn, connect and plan for a bountiful 2020 harvest. With four workshop speaker tracks and over 100 exhibitors, everything industrial hemp will be available to you. Visit www.MidwestiHempExpo.com for more details.

This interview is with Dr Jonathan Cachat, or JC. I heard JC on the Gangapreneur podcast and was intrigued with his cannabis knowledge. I had just finished planting an acre of industrial hemp as part of Michigan’s Ag Pilot Program and was hungry for more knowledge. Big thanks for JC taking the time to speak to me. We begin talking about his experiences as a graduate student and then get deep into the weeds so to speak with the cannabis plant. Hope you enjoy!