Established in 2022 by a group of 20 global hemp organizations representing over 50 countries across the globe, FIHO is the international organization representing the HEMP sector. The mandate of the FIHO is to: unite industry leaders; consolidate market expertise; coordinate resources; and, speak with one voice on hemp issues at the global level. FIHO aims to identify and create opportunities and scale up sustainable hemp production, marketing and trade to benefit the global hemp industry, consumers, and the environment.
FIHO membership is open to Large Supranational and National Hemp Associations; Small Supranational and National Hemp Associations; Subnational Hemp Associations; Hemp Companies and Individuals; Governments, Research Institutes, and aligned Non-Hemp Not-for-Profit Organizations. This is now a very big tent that is structured in a way so as not to exclude valid hemp entities while balancing voting rights across each Supranational, National, and Subnational jurisdiction.FIHO will dedicate particular attention to the establishment of a globally harmonized, regulatory framework for hemp and its derived products, which will lead to a well-functioning trade system and an increase in cultivation areas. FIHO will raise awareness around application of industrial hemp in diverse industries which are expected to drive the market, such as: food and beverage; woven and non-woven textiles; pharmaceutical and natural health (humans and animals) products; cosmetics and personal care; residential and commercial construction materials and systems; furniture; paper and packaging.
FIHO Officers: Ted Haney, Board Chair CHTA; Daniel Kruse, Vice-Chair EIHA; Patrick Atagi, Treasurer NIHCoA; Charles Kovess, Secretary AIHA.
FIHO Directors: Kyle Bingham, THGA; Hunter Buffington, NIHCoA; Joseph Hickey Sr., KHGCA; Keanan Stone, CHTA; Lorenza Romanese, EIHA.
