Archives: Seminars
All-natural, organic, pesticide-free, greenhouse, indoor, outdoor, and or conventionally grown cannabis all seem to be buzzwords, but why does it matter? Cannabis has become a massive industry, much...
Cannabis Security from Application to Operation
The objective is to educate individuals seeking the process of Designing a Cannabis Security Plan during their application stage of getting an MMJ business license. The key topics in a security plan...
Genetic Selecting and Strategic Cultivation
Selecting genetics that were bred for your specific region. Seed viability, the importance of a “radical. Cultivation techniques appropriate for your end product, environment and genotype.
Cannabis: An Opioid Alternative
Both patients and providers are sometimes left helpless with pain management options. Many patients are using CBD to help with their pain, but how does it work and what does the research show? How do...
What Can Marketers Learn From FDA/FTC Enforcement Trends
In this session, we review recent enforcement trends and discuss ways companies operating in the hemp-CBD marketplace can limit their risk, while still be truthful and not misleading. This includes...
10 Common mistakes made by Hemp Farmers and How You can Avoid Them
Drawing from the diversity of experiences that our client/farmers had in 2020, then looking at those had the most success. We were able to distill everything down to 10 common themes, from seed to sale,...
Long-Term Community Development through Cannabis Education
How will you, your family, and your community benefit (or not) from the booming cannabis industry? We are creating an entire industry that will make an impact in the world and in multiple sectors. Cannabis...
Dosing + Microdosing CBD: How much is Right for You?
When asked what dose of CBD you should take, many CBD products and purveyors will give you a one size fits all answer. This does our industry a disservice. Finding the desired dose can take time and,...
What’s the Issue with Financial Services for CRBs?
We will dive into the state of banks, credit unions, merchant processing, lending and insurance for this space. Why is it so difficult, what’s changing and how to get the services businesses need...
Farm Economics of Hemp Fiber and Grain
Overview of the gross return per acre for Hemp fiber and grain farm operations. How to monetize hemp fiber and grain on an agricultural scale.
Hemp 101
If you’re new to the cannabis space, there are some fundamentals you should understand prior to getting involved. During this session we will cover certain Federal Regulations in regard to cannabis...
COOKING DEMO: Cumin-Lime Scented Portobello Mushroom Tostados with Black Bean Puree, Guacamole, Goat Cheese & Infused Roasted Garlic-Serrano Oil
Learn to cook mouth watering hemp dishes with renowned Chef Michael Weinstein. Learn step by step as Chef Weinstein takes you on a culinary hemp journey, from the process of decarboxylation to get CBD...
5 Cultivation Techniques I wish I knew in 2020
Maximize your budget and yield with this dive into advanced growing techniques with this engaging presentation from Texas Hemp Growers President Zachary Maxwell. Organic insect management, lighting,...
Gentrifying the Wild West
Want your Hemp products in local grocery stores or even Walgreens? We’ll discuss the kinds of testing that mainstream brands do to get their products on the shelves around the country. We’ll also discuss...
State of Cannabis in Texas with Heather Fazio
Cannabis laws have evolved dramatically in recent years and, with Texas lawmakers in session, advocates are working to expand the Compassionate Use Program, improve the state hemp program, and decriminalize...
How to Develop and Succeed in the Premium Exotic Flower Niche, and Genetic Selecting, Strategic Cultivation & Tissue Culture
HGI’s facilities are hygienical ‘organic’ environments for biologic methods and organic best practices and are designed for perpetual high-yield grow cycles, giving clients a year-round...
Extraction Matters
A hemp farmer, extractor and manufacturer with 27 years experience in the industry speaks about how to succeed in a new emerging market and how to avoid the pitfalls of cultivation, processing and manufacturing....
Blockchain Software: Compliance and true track/trace for the total hemp supply chain
Top five problems limit the growth of hemp that software can solve:
1. Finding data on seed genetics for your microclimate
2. Tracking your growth cycle
3. Safeguarding for compliance
4. Understanding...
How To Avoid Bad SEO Providers & Spot Good Ones!
The presentation would cover the subject of hiring a search engine expert to help promote your business and what to look for to avoid falling for SEO companies that offer cheap services that will not...
Hemp in Construction, Rebuilding Americas, Economy
Describing from processing through developing markets how to bring economic opportunities to rural parts of America to rebuild our country sustainably.
CBD For You & Me A Seniors Silver Lining
Keiko Beatie has been a practitioner of Ayurveda, Chinese and Holistic Medicine since the 1970’s. Her specialty in Bach Flower and Homeopathic has continued with whole plant cannabis medicine...
Butane in the Field of Extractions from Cannabis and Hemp using various technologies
Butane still occupies an important place in the field of extractions and now Butane Extraction becoming available to individuals through simplified small equipment. Other solvent and gas extractions...
Draped Up and Dripped Out: Organic Cannabis Is What I am Talking About
Where does your cannabis come from? Why is it important to know the grower and source of your cannabis products? Cannabis is often portrayed as au naturel it doesn’t mean that all cannabis is...
The Circle of Cannabis: Cultivating A Circular Economy Through Compost
What is a circular economy? A circular economy is an alternative to a traditional linear economy aimed at eliminating waste and the continual use of resources. How do you accomplish that in agriculture?...
A Higher Cause: The Importance of Certified Organic Cannabis
All-natural, organic, pesticide-free, greenhouse, indoor, outdoor, and or conventionally grown cannabis all seem to be buzzwords, but why does it matter? Cannabis has become a massive industry, much...
How to stand out in a crowded CBD market
Seems like everyone is getting into the CBD space, it’s a green rush, and until federal regulations come out, we’re going to continue to see a hyper excitement in this industry with everyone trying...
Marketing and Integrations, What You Need to Launch Your Canna Brand
You have an idea, but how are you going to build a brand? It’s no secret that in the cannabis space we can’t take advantage of every tool or platform out there, so join me in this talk to get the inside...
CBD Marketing 101 in an Unregulated Market
For a plant that’s unregulated, we sure have a lot of legal hoops we have to jump through. We can’t advertise on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, yet more and more brands are hitting the online...
What to consider before planting your first seed
A “Farm Guide” will be provided with guidance on what to consider from compliance to genetics to drying your hemp.
Guidance for buying hemp derived products for retailers and manufacturers.
How...
The Hemplime Building Industry
My presentation would go over a present over view of the hemplime industry or Hempcrete building industry. I train builders around the USA and we source the best hemplime building materials from around...
Cannabis Lobbying in Texas Panel
While Texas may not seem to be moving as fast as other states on legislative reform for marijuana and its derivatives, Texas has made huge strides in recent years. Will the state continue to move forward,...
Business, Markets, & Trends Panel
What can set your company apart from all the rest? How do you minimize risk and maximize profits? This panel discussion and Q & A session is focused on how to grow a successful business, and discussing...
Panel: Cultivation
The Ins & Outs of Cultivation, Streamlining The Supply Chain and Getting to the Final Product. Learn more about the cultivation process, including lessons learned from cultivars, growing tips,...
Cannabis Physical Security and Common Pitfalls
Chris explains what is commonly required of Cannabis Businesses applying for a license. He understands deeply local law enforcements role in the Cannabis space, and how to mitigate risk. Chris looks...
Reducing Risk For Hemp Growers
My presentation will focus on the evolution of crop insurance for hemp including what insurance products were available in 2021 and potential improvements for the 2022 crop season. I will also provide...
Medical Cannabis In Texas – Where are we now and where are we heading?
Discuss the current state of the medical cannabis industry in Texas in terms of patient access and what is lacking. Also, address potential medical business expansion opportunities that exist in Texas...
Educate your Government Officials on Cannabis and the Benefits will last for Generations
How do you leverage your status as a small business owner to build wealth and community development? Fresh on the heels of being deemed essential during the Covid pandemic, many municipalities are turning...
The State of Texas Hemp: Where We Are, How We Got Here & Where We’re Headed
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, TDA Industrial Hemp Council Member Lisa Pittman, and Texas Hemp Coalition Executive Director Ilissa Nolan will discuss the evolution of the Texas Hemp law...