Hemp and Regenerative Farming | Tony de Veyra from Rodale Institute from Have You HURD?

Hemp and Regenerative Farming | Tony de Veyra from Rodale Institute

55 minutes Posted Oct 24, 2022 at 5:33 pm.

Intro 

What is the Rodale Institute? 

Tony's role at Rodale 

Benefits of organic/no till vs conventional 

Hemp research at Rodale 

Record setting cultivation 

Advantage of growing tall plants 

Where does hemp fit into big agriculture? 

What are the farmers saying? 

Ecologic synergies hemp creates 

Hemp and potatoes  

Some differences between fiber and grain varieties 

Largest hurdles in the hemp industry 

Potential advantages of Mississippi River 

What aspect of hemp excites Tony the most 

Comments on climate emergency and hemp processing 

Final thoughts

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In this episode, Ryan & Matt speak with Tony de Veyra from the Rodale Institute. They discuss the important research Rodale does, where hemp fits into the regenerative farming conversation, and much more.

Whether you operate a large farm, grow your own vegetables at home, or just want to be more educated consumer, Rodale Institute's website has the best resources for you. Check out their site at www.rodaleinstitute.org

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