Hemp Fiber
Hemp fiber refers to the durable bast fibers and inner woody hurd of the hemp stalk, which serve as the raw material for textiles, biocomposites, and paper. Known for its incredible tensile strength and low environmental footprint, industrial hemp fiber is a versatile agricultural commodity used in high-performance applications ranging from automotive parts to sustainable fashion. Building a robust fiber supply chain is a foundational element in establishing Michigan’s bio-based manufacturing economy.
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The Grain and Fiber Side of the Industry
by Dave Crabill
/ December 9, 2021
Lancaster Farming podcast host Eric Hurlock joins the iHemp Hour to share what he learned during a six-week, cross-country RV journey visiting America’s emerging grain and fiber hemp industry. From […] …
Hemp Economics
by Dave Crabill
/ November 4, 2021
Economist Beau Whitney breaks down the real state of the U.S. hemp industry—from collapsing CBD prices to the massive long-term opportunities in fiber, grain, construction materials, plastics, and textiles. Despite […] …
Hempcrete Workshop
by Dave Crabill
/ October 21, 2021
Hempcrete is a lightweight, carbon-negative building material made from hemp hurd, lime, and water. It delivers natural insulation, fire resistance, pest resistance, and moisture control—making it one of the safest […] …
Erica Halverson talks about how her hemp paper business grew along with her quest to save the planet — one plant at a time!
by Dave Crabill
/ July 15, 2021
Hemp paper isn’t a novelty—it’s outperforming tree paper in real packaging. Tiny e Paper’s one ply hemp carriers replace three ply corrugate, cut shipping weight, and run on existing lines. […] …
Dr. Chris Luettgen of Georgia Tech talks about Applications of Hemp Biomass in Paper, Paper Board, NonWovens and Molded Fiber
by Dave Crabill
/ June 24, 2021
On this iHemp Hour, we get a masterclass in materials science from Dr. Chris Luettgen of Georgia Tech’s Renewable Bioproducts Institute. He explains the real-world engineering challenges of processing hemp […] …
Rachel Berry, CEO of Illinois Hemp Grower’s Association, Secretary of the US Hemp Building Association, Eric McKee, Founder & CEO of Wndr and Founder of the US Hemp Building Association & Director of Strategic Growth and Jeffrey Cole, Owner & Founder of US Hemp Brokerage LLC
by Dave Crabill
/ June 17, 2021
This iHemp Hour features a powerhouse panel of hemp pioneers: Rachel Berry, Eric McKee, and Jeff Cole. They discuss the future of hempcrete, which scored a perfect zero on fire […] …
JOI Guitars creates first-ever acoustic guitar from Hemp Wood
by Dave Crabill
/ May 24, 2021
We learn about the creation of a guitar from HEMPWOOD. This guitar blends the age old tradition of farming with acoustic guitar craftsmanship, crafted into the world’s first traditionally built […] …
Susan Barnhardt of SHEMP™ on the iHemp Hour
by Dave Crabill
/ May 13, 2021
In this episode, iHemp Hour interviews Susan Barnhart, the visionary founder of SHEMP, who is creating a revolutionary new textile by blending wool and hemp. Plus, get the latest on […] …
Ackley Hemp Farms on the iHemp Hour
by Dave Crabill
/ May 6, 2021
We visit with JD Ackley who has developed what has become a full-service hemp field services company. …
Greg Dean from The Hemp Plastic Company on the iHemp Hour
by Dave Crabill
/ April 29, 2021
In this iHemp Hour recap, Greg Dean of The Hemp Plastic Company discusses the revolutionary potential of hemp plastics, from lightweighting cars to sustainable cannabis packaging. Plus, get the latest […] …