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IHGA Blog Posts


A Simple Guide to the World of Cannabinoid Hemp Products
If you've been hearing a lot about hemp cannabinoid products lately and are curious about what's available and how they're made, read on!

IHGA
Aug 23, 2023


Summer Field Trips
The summer season has been a time of deep learning and engagement for the IHGA team. We kicked off our summer field trips with an...

Rachel Berry
Jul 31, 2023


MEMBER POST: Hemp Fiber planting and harvesting in Kendall County Illinois
Check out this guest post from one of our most dedicated members, John Mitchler!

John Mitchler
Jun 30, 2023
SIU SURVEY : Industrial Hemp Fiber/Grain Processing in Southern Illinois
The Purpose of this survey is to understand the needs of industrial hemp (fiber/grain) farming in Southern Illinois. Compensation is in...

IHGA
Apr 17, 2023



IHGA
Mar 10, 2023
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[UPDATED] Illinois Hemp Plan Update : IHGA's Public Comment
IDOA recently submitted a revised version of the Illinois Hemp Plan to USDA for approval. According to the process outlined by the Joint...

IHGA
Jan 30, 2023


Harvest and Celebrate With Us!
September is rolling along and harvest time has begun in the Midwest. We have been receiving harvest photos from our members, visiting...

IHGA
Sep 14, 2021


Illinois Legislators are Threatening the State's Hemp Industry
A new map, a new political action, and a new Learning Program for you to explore.

IHGA
May 19, 2021


NEW 2021 Membership Cards & Illinois Hemp Harvest Numbers
COMMUNITY OUTREACH Show-Me Hemp Conference On March 1st we attended the Show-Me Hemp Conference along with our sponsors Midwest Hemp...

IHGA
Mar 9, 2021


The Season is Ramping Up!
Three new events, 8 new sponsors, IHGA reaction to the USDA Final Rules, and our conversation with the folks at Chillinois Podcast!

IHGA
Feb 23, 2021


Bringing in the New Year with Hemp
Our year in review. Our new sponsors. A new hemp documentary. Our upcoming membership meeting. New hemp industry supply chain grants!

IHGA
Dec 26, 2020


Vibe Check: What's The Deal With The DEA?
Lancaster Farming Podcast, US Hemp Building Association, Illinois Stewardship Alliance Storyslam, DEA Updates Hemp Industry = Confusion.

IHGA
Sep 5, 2020


Hemp Harvest
New video, pictures from our members, a question, membership meeting update, and four new sponsors!

IHGA
Aug 19, 2020


Why is Cannabis Still Schedule 1?
This week, we dive deep into the unjust drug policy, bureaucracy obstruction, and pharmaceutical supremacy surrounding cannabis prohibition.

IHGA
Jun 13, 2020


Hemp Builds Communities
Hemp can be grown and processed locally to supply your community with food, clothing, and even shelter.

IHGA
May 29, 2020


Vibe Check: What does the term "hemp" mean to you?
A New video, New rules are coming in October. A Vibe Check, A new sponsor, and more!

IHGA
May 21, 2020


Ready to Plant Hemp!
Our latest video, The stage is set for planting hemp, A new sponsor, Our membership meeting details, and a special message from Davis Farms.

IHGA
May 13, 2020


Hemp Fiber Seed and Other Updates
Changes to the site, updates on fiber hemp seed, our new youtube channel, our next quarterly meeting, and Illinois Extension hemp webinars.

IHGA
May 6, 2020


Hemp: Our Agriculture Innovation Agenda
American Hemp Farmer, Dam Good Hemp farms, Bringing It Home, and our comment on the USDA's new Agriculture Innovation Agenda.

IHGA
Apr 23, 2020


Vibe Check: Illinois Hemp Harvest Numbers
Hemp harvest report, Grower troubles, Retail prices, Vibe Check, A new map, A new sponsor, A shout out, and two upcoming webinars this week!

IHGA
Apr 16, 2020


A Regulatory Bailout for Hemp
Illinois Hemp Legislation Update: What's the status of legislation regarding industrial hemp in Illinois and across the US?

IHGA
Apr 7, 2020


Webinars & Hemp Fiber Research
Dope Hemp Kicks, Inspired Tinctures, Upcoming Hemp Webinars, Dual Purpose Hemp and Hemp Fiber Research in this week's blog!

IHGA
Apr 1, 2020


Vibe Check: Hemp in Medical and Adult-Use Cannabis Products
Yesterday, the Illinois Department of Agriculture issued a policy memo which will have an impact on the hemp industry in Illinois

IHGA
Mar 25, 2020


Focus on Farming
It is a good time to examine the value of local produce in our communities.

IHGA
Mar 18, 2020
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