What an incredible moment for the Michigan hemp industry. The story of our state’s first harvest is no longer just a local headline—it’s making news across the country and around the world.
We were honored to spend time over the past couple of months with David Eggert and Paul Sancya of the Associated Press, who visited with our own Dave Crabill and his growing partner Jeff Dennings. They wanted to understand the reality on the ground: the challenges, the opportunities, and the passion driving Michigan’s first legal hemp farmers.
The result was a powerful story and a compelling video that has been shared far and wide by the AP wire service. The headline captures the feeling perfectly: “Michigan’s 1st hemp harvest in decades has farmers high on its potential.”
The response has been phenomenal. This isn’t just a story for Michigan; it’s a story that resonates everywhere. We’ve been humbled to see the article and video featured in some of the most respected news outlets in the world, including:
- The New York Times
- ABC News
- USA Today
- Yahoo News
- The Times of India
This national attention is a testament to the hard work of every farmer, processor, and advocate in our state. It validates the vision we’ve all shared: that industrial hemp is a transformative crop with the power to create jobs, spur innovation, and build a more sustainable future for Michigan agriculture.
Our mission at iHemp Michigan is to connect, educate, and promote this industry. Seeing this story told on a national stage is a powerful step forward for all of us. The world is watching what we do here in Michigan.
Now is the time to get involved, to be part of the story, and to help shape the future.
Join the movement that’s making headlines. Become a member of iHemp Michigan today at iHempMichigan.com.
*You can view the AP video feature as shared by USA Today here and read the full article on Yahoo News here.*
