Talking Hemp with Morris Beegle

Talking Hemp with Morris Beegle

Author: Eric Hurlock, Digital Editor November 27, 2024 Duration: 39:03

This week we talk hemp with industry leader Morris Beegle. Known for his work with the NoCo Hemp Expo, Let's Talk Hemp, and other ventures, Morris shares his insights on the year in hemp, global developments, and what lies ahead for the industry.

From international travels to Japan, Peru, and Prague to organizing major events in the U.S. and Europe, Morris offers a unique perspective on hemp's evolving landscape.

In this conversation we explore the challenges and opportunities for industrial hemp and linger perhaps a bit too long on the linguistic and regulatory nuances that divide the plant's industrial and chemical uses.

Plus, we'll some hear exciting updates about NoCo Hemp Expo 11 and the European Industrial Hemp Association Conference in Berlin.

Episode Highlights:

• Reflections on hemp industry achievements in 2024

• Global trends: Japan's strict regulations, South America's growing opportunities

• The evolving political climate's impact on hemp in the U.S.

• Insights into hemp's dual identity: industrial vs. cannabinoid uses

• Upcoming events: NoCo Hemp Expo 11 (April 10–12, 2025) and the EIHA Conference in Berlin

Links & Resources:

NoCo Hemp Expo – Learn more about the world's largest hemp-centric conference.

• Let's Talk Hemp – Morris Beegle's podcast and media platform.

• One Plant Documentary Kickstarter – Support the hemp documentary project.

Farmhouse Podcast – Stories about women in agriculture, hosted by Candice Wierzbowski and Stephanie Speicher. Listen to their conversation with Christine Smart from Cornell AgriTech and Melissa Nelson Baldwin from South Bend Industrial Hemp.

Thank you to our sponsors!

IND Hemp – A family-owned company revolutionizing American hemp for food, feed, and fiber. Visit IND Hemp.

Mpactful Ventures – Supporting startups that combat climate change. Learn more.

Music by Tin Bird Shadow

 


There’s a quiet revolution happening in fields and factories, and it’s centered on a single, versatile plant. Industrial Hemp Podcast, guided by Eric Hurlock, the Digital Editor at Lancaster Farming, moves beyond the headlines to explore what’s actually happening on the ground. This isn’t just theoretical discussion; it’s a direct line to the people driving the industry forward. Each episode features conversations with the farmers who are planting and harvesting these crops, facing very real agronomic challenges and opportunities. You’ll also hear from researchers, processors, and policy experts who are shaping the future of hemp for fiber, grain, and other industrial applications. The dialogue digs into the practicalities-from planting techniques and harvesting equipment to market trends, regulatory hurdles, and technological innovations that are changing the game. It’s a clear-eyed look at an agricultural sector finding its footing, reported by journalists with deep roots in farming communities. For anyone curious about the business, science, and sheer hard work behind industrial hemp, this podcast serves as an essential, grounded resource. Tune in for honest talk that cuts through the hype and gets to the root of this growing field.
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