1995: Seasoned entrepreneurs join startups in hemp
Celebrating Hemp History Month – [Details Magazine, April 1995] – “For all the new start-ups, there are also seasoned entrepreneurs venturing into hemp. Richard Rose is…
Food & Drink
1994: National distribution proves challenge
Celebrating Hemp History Month – In 1994, the state of hemp foods was dry grocery products such as chips, seeds and baking mixes. No perishables, no frozen….
1992: Putting hemp food in the spotlight
[First in a Series] Celebrating Hemp History Month – The seeds for the modern-era hemp industry in the USA were planted in the 1990s. In…
Düsseldorf reverses ban on CBD after court backs Hempro International
A Düsseldorf court has ruled in favor of German hemp company Hempro International GmbH (Hempro Int.), striking down a citywide ban on the marketing and…
German company fights for decree on import of hemp leaves
German hemp company Hempro International GmbH has submitted an application to the Federal Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL) that would allow it…
Nova Scotia food developer is honored
David Giffin, managing partner at Giffin Technologies and Earthli Plant-Powered Superfoods received “Value-Added Processor of the Year” honors from the Nova Scotia Ministry of Agriculture….
European Commission sets first public session on hemp
The European Commission has set a first-ever public event dedicated specifically to market opportunities in industrial hemp. Commission officials, national ministry representatives of EU member…
PepsiCo debuts energy drink with hempseed extract in Germany
PepsiCo DACH, has launched the popular Rockstar energy drink in Germany in a new version that includes hempseed extract. The Rockstar Energy+HEMP line became available…
Switzerland, Germany are first targets for Creso CBD tea line
Australia-based Creso Pharma Ltd. said it launched a line of CBD-based powdered instant tea products in Switzerland with plans to move into Germany soon. Creso…
Thai stakeholders move fast as market rules take effect
Tobacco, food, and health & beauty interests in Thailand are quickly moving to establish hemp operations under rules announced late last year and published by…
