Resources
Resources and guidance for hemp farmers
Practical Resources for Tribal Members
Everything you need to get started with hemp farming, from licensing to education
HEMP 101 Classes
User-friendly courses covering hemp basics, cultivation techniques, and business planning for beginners.
How to Get Licensed
Step-by-step guide to obtaining hemp cultivation licenses and meeting regulatory requirements.
Getting Started Checklist
Complete checklist for new hemp farmers covering licensing, land preparation, and market planning.
Research & Reports
Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate Hemp Economic Feasibility Study - Phase II
Comprehensive 2021 study covering 40-acre production-scale hemp demonstration, feral hemp collection, and breeding program for sovereign indigenous hemp seed development.
University of Minnesota | March 2021
Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians Hemp Plan
Complete tribal hemp regulatory framework covering licensing, testing, sampling procedures, and compliance with federal hemp regulations.
Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians | 2020
Oglala Sioux Tribe "Warriors in the Garden" Hemp Regulatory Ordinance
Amended tribal ordinance establishing hemp commission, licensing requirements, testing protocols, and enforcement procedures for hemp production.
Oglala Sioux Tribe | April 2020
Rosebud Sioux Tribe Tribal Agricultural Hemp Code
Final tribal hemp code establishing hemp commission, licensing framework, inspection procedures, and regulatory compliance for the Sicangu Oyate.
Rosebud Sioux Tribe | April 2020
"Our Relative the Hemp Plant" - Information Booklet
Educational booklet covering hemp's role in tribal sovereignty, climate resiliency, bioremediation, construction applications, and mechanical performance of hempcrete.
Indigenous Hemp Farmers Cooperative & Anishinaabe Agriculture Institute | 2024
Phytoremediation with Hemp: Scientific Review
Scientific articles on hemp's soil remediation capabilities, including case studies from Aroostook Band of Micmacs PFAS remediation project.
Various Sources | 2018-2024
Hemp-Based Construction & Hempcrete Performance Studies
Technical studies on hempcrete mechanical performance, thermal insulation, moisture resistance, and fire safety for sustainable tribal housing.
Multiple Research Institutions | 2020-2024
Lower Sioux Hemp Program & Housing Project
Case study on Lower Sioux Community's integration of hempcrete into sustainable housing, demonstrating tribal leadership in eco-friendly construction.
Lower Sioux Community | 2024
Anishinaabe Agriculture Institute Hemp Initiatives
Overview of AAI's work with hempcrete construction, bioremediation projects, and integration of traditional ecological knowledge with modern hemp practices.
Anishinaabe Agriculture Institute | 2024
Hemp Farming Resources
Curated articles and guides from hemp farming experts covering seeds, equipment, harvesting techniques, and processing methods.
Hemp Harvesting
3 articles
Seed Suppliers
3 articles
Equipment & Machinery
2 articles
Processing & Manufacturing
2 articles
Research & Reports
9 articles
Expert Articles & Guides
Harvesting
Hemp Harvesting Techniques: Timing, Equipment, and Methods
Essential equipment including combine harvesters, sickle-bar mowers, and hand tools, with guidance on timing for CBD, seed, and fiber production.
2024
FloraFlex
Harvesting
How to Harvest Hemp: Complete Guide
Step-by-step guide on cutting stalks with sickles or mowers, timing considerations, and the challenges of harvesting for both fiber and seeds.
2024
wikiHow
Equipment
Hemp Harvest Equipment Guide
Details on grain harvesting by straight combining, swathing techniques, and how newer rotary combines with draper headers work for hemp.
2024
National Hemp Growers Association
Equipment
8 Types Hemp Equipment for Processing and Farming
Comprehensive overview of combines for textile hemp and specialized CBD hemp harvesters designed to preserve plant structure.
Cannabis Tech
2024
Seeds
New West Genetics: Certified Hemp Seeds for 2024-2025
First to breed stable US-bred hemp seed varieties that pass Seed Certification standards, offering ABOUND® Multi-Purpose and AMPLIFY® Hybrid varieties.
New West Genetics
2024-25
Seeds
Buy Feminized Hemp Seeds - High CBD Hemp Seeds
U.S.-based supplier providing state-certified feminized hemp seeds with documentation, ideal for CBD cultivation.
Fortuna Hemp
2024
Seeds
Hemp Seeds USA - Seed Catalog for CBD & Industrial Hemp
Retail seed packs for home growers and small commercial trials, with varieties optimized for different growing conditions.
Hemp Seeds USA
2024
Processing
The Guide to Industrial Hemp Processing Equipment
Comprehensive guide covering advancements and innovations in hemp processing equipment for 2023 and beyond.
Cablevey Conveyors
2023
Processing
Hemp Processing Machine Manufacturers
Complete list of hemp processing machine manufacturers and equipment types for various stages of hemp production.
Vista Hemp
2024
Research
Oglala Sioux Tribe "Warriors in the Garden" Hemp Regulatory Ordinance
Amended tribal ordinance establishing hemp commission, licensing requirements, testing protocols, and enforcement procedures for hemp production.
Oglala Sioux Tribe
April 2020
Research
Rosebud Sioux Tribe Tribal Agricultural Hemp Code
Final tribal hemp code establishing hemp commission, licensing framework, inspection procedures, and regulatory compliance for the Sicangu Oyate.
Rosebud Sioux Tribe
April 2020
Research
"Our Relative the Hemp Plant" - Information Booklet
Educational booklet covering hemp's role in tribal sovereignty, climate resiliency, bioremediation, construction applications, and mechanical performance of hempcrete.
Indigenous Hemp Farmers Cooperative & Anishinaabe Agriculture Institute
2024
Harvesting
Harvesting Hemp: The Fall Timeline and Techniques
Detailed timeline for fall hemp harvest, monitoring trichomes for CBD production, and identifying plant maturity signals.
Doc's Hemp
2024
Research
Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate Hemp Economic Feasibility Study - Phase II
Comprehensive 2021 study covering 40-acre production-scale hemp demonstration, feral hemp collection, and breeding program for sovereign indigenous hemp seed development.
University of Minnesota
March 2021
Research
Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians Hemp Plan
Complete tribal hemp regulatory framework covering licensing, testing, sampling procedures, and compliance with federal hemp regulations.
Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians
2020
Research
Phytoremediation with Hemp: Scientific Review
Scientific articles on hemp's soil remediation capabilities, including case studies from Aroostook Band of Micmacs PFAS remediation project.
Various Sources
2018-2024
Research
Hemp-Based Construction & Hempcrete Performance Studies
Technical studies on hempcrete mechanical performance, thermal insulation, moisture resistance, and fire safety for sustainable tribal housing.
Multiple Research Institutions
2020-2024
Research
Lower Sioux Hemp Program & Housing Project
Case study on Lower Sioux Community's integration of hempcrete into sustainable housing, demonstrating tribal leadership in eco-friendly construction.
Lower Sioux Community
2024
Research
Anishinaabe Agriculture Institute Hemp Initiatives
Overview of AAI's work with hempcrete construction, bioremediation projects, and integration of traditional ecological knowledge with modern hemp practices.
Anishinaabe Agriculture Institute
2024
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