Organic Hemp Production and Research

Shawn Lucas, Assistant Professor of Organic Agriculture at KSU, and the KSU Organic Program staff will host this OAK Field Day at KSU’s Harold R Benson Research and Demonstration Farm focusing on KSU’s current organic hemp research, including use of hemp in a grain rotation, and organic soil fertility via integrated livestock production. Three major hemp production aspects – fiber, grain, and nonintoxicating cannabinoids – will be discussed and included in the field tour.  Additionally, Doris Hamilton, Kentucky Department of Agriculture Hemp Program Manager, will be on hand to discuss the pilot program, and Chad Rosen, Founder and CEO of Victory Hemp, will share marketing successes of his hemp business and his vision on the future of the hemp industry in Kentucky. Participants will also have the opportunity to extend the learning with an optional visit to KSU’s aquaponic production facilities and heritage hemp operation. Cost for this Field Day is $5 for OAK Members; $10 non-members. Registration is recommended – register here.