This episode features the new Soil Sisters Radio Hour on KLKT-LP, Radio Lockhart. The Soil Sisters discuss the grand opening of Panda Biotech's hemp gin in Wichita Falls, Texas. Johanna shares updates from the event, including the massive facility's capabilities and the involvement of local farmers and stakeholders. The sisters explore the numerous benefits and uses of hemp, including soil remediation and zero waste production. They also delve into challenges of first-time farming, regenerative agriculture practices, grant opportunities, and the importance of community-driven initiatives to support local farming. Tune in for insights on transitioning to regen farming methods and the potential for hemp to revolutionize agriculture in Texas. 

Learn More About Panda Biotech and the Pay to Grow Hemp Program - PandaBiotech.com

TIME STAMPS:

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene 

00:35 Live Call with Johanna at Panda Biotech 

01:10 Exploring the Hemp Gin Facility 

04:03 Hemp Products and Zero Waste 

05:31 Challenges and Innovations in Hemp Farming 

08:09 THC Testing and Seed Varieties 

15:18 Grant Opportunities and Community Support 

26:21 Grant Application for Hemp Trials 

26:49 Challenges of Growing Hemp 

27:44 Importance of Soil Remediation 

28:22 US Domestic Hemp Production Program 

29:11 Panda Biotech's Role in Hemp Farming 

30:43 Phyto Remediation and Soil Health 

32:41 Farming in the 80s vs. Now 

34:56 Transitioning to Regenerative Agriculture 

42:21 Exploring Commodity Cover Crops 

44:39 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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