Category: Minority Empowerment

This Black History Month, we feel it’s important to remember the work that still needs to be done in order to create an inclusive, equitable hemp industry for all, especially …

The Indigenous Production Trade Alliance and U.S. Hemp Roundtable Advocacy Partnership Aims to Support Hemp Advancement on Native and Tribal Lands The Indigenous Production Trade Alliance (“IPTA”), an American-Indian owned start-up …

Urge the USDA to approve a hemp industry supported proposal for its Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities grant program! In introducing the USDA’s Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities grant program — providing $1 billion for …

For decades, women have fought for equality. Whether it be rights, pay, ownership or authority, it’s a fight that endures today. This remains true in the rapidly growing hemp industry. …

Black History Month is coming to a close, but the contributions of Black Americans will continue to shape the future of the hemp industry. When present history is written, the steps …

For the U.S. hemp industry, Black History Month means taking the time to acknowledge the past, while taking action for the future. From enslavement to systemic racism, to the war …

“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” — Martin Luther …

The U.S. Hemp Roundtable, alongside the Minority Cannabis Business Association, hosted Navigating Regulations in the Hemp Industry: A complimentary webinar for small and minority-owned hemp companies on June 22, 2021. …