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IHGA Blog Posts


Is Hemp Economically Viable?
The USDA put out a new report this month analyzing hemp production, pilot programs and the economic viability of the crop...
IHGA
Feb 26, 2020
412

Hemp Politics and Plastics
HB5216 had it's first reading today and was referred to the Rules Committee. This bill could have a big impact for Illinois' hemp industry.
IHGA
Feb 18, 2020
339


Time for Genetics
Now is the right time to start selecting your genetics for the 2020 growing season.
IHGA
Feb 12, 2020
254

Update - CBD Safety?
Has anyone else reviewed the Required CBD testing Bill HB3906? The bill was introduced by Representative Bob Morgan (D) 58th District.
IHGA
Feb 5, 2020
310


Upcoming Hemp Events in Illinois
CEO of the Illinois Hemp Growers Association, Rachel Berry, will be speaking about the uses and reasons to grow industrial hemp ...
IHGA
Jan 28, 2020
431


Final Week for USDA Comments
There are only 7 days left for you to submit your comment to the USDA on the hemp rules.
IHGA
Jan 22, 2020
100


A Busy Start to the Year
Check out this amazing lineup of local speakers! You will be able to find them all individually at more upcoming hemp events this year.
IHGA
Jan 14, 2020
263


This is 2020
Issues we mention include:
THC Testing
DEA Lab Certifications
Criminal Liability
Sampling Protocol
THC Remediation
Short Harvest Windows
IHGA
Jan 7, 2020
223

Last Post of 2019
It's been about a year since we launched the website. It has come a long way and made a solid entry into the space. Analytics from Google...
IHGA
Dec 30, 2019
190


Holiday Bonus - More New Features
These are valuable features that we can all use.
IHGA
Dec 23, 2019
114

Membership Dues - New Features
We have launched a new program for our members! We will now be collecting membership dues. This program is voluntary...
IHGA
Dec 17, 2019
274


Through April and into May
It's been a fantastic month plus since our last blog and we are happy to bring you our latest update on whats been going on with the...
IHGA
May 8, 2019
297


March Hemp Madness!
We are pleased to bring you another update on our latest events and more. On March 12th, we attended the Hemp Production Workshop hosted...
IHGA
Mar 27, 2019
131


The IHGA Marches on
We've been busy since our last blog post. On February 27th we attended the Illinois Stewardship Alliance's annual meeting for...
IHGA
Mar 10, 2019
100

Post Workshop Update
We held our first license workshop presentation at the Sauk Valley Community College on February 9th, 2019. Representatives from 11 farms...
IHGA
Feb 15, 2019
73


Update on Public Hearing
The Illinois Hemp Grower's Association was out in Springfield yesterday for the Public Hearing on hemp regarding the rules and...
IHGA
Feb 6, 2019
80


Follow-up to the Specialty Ag Summit
We've had a fantastic outpouring of support from everyone involved and attending the presentation and I would like to personally thank...
IHGA
Jan 28, 2019
76


Our Photos and Links
A few recent photos featuring our CEO Check out these links featuring Rachel Berry Illinois News Network 1/19/2019...
IHGA
Jan 26, 2019
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