Upcoming Events

Annual Conference

Ohio Hemp Conference 2025

August 15-16, 2025
Columbus Convention Center
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Join us for our annual conference featuring industry experts, educational sessions, equipment demonstrations, and networking opportunities. This year's theme is "Cultivating Success: The Next Phase of Ohio's Hemp Industry."

Conference Highlights:

  • Keynote speakers from across the hemp industry
  • Panel discussions on regulatory developments and market trends
  • Breakout sessions on cultivation techniques, processing, and marketing
  • Equipment and supplier exhibition hall
  • Networking events and opportunities to connect with buyers and processors
  • Research poster presentations from Ohio universities

Registration Information:

Early Bird (until June 15): $175 members / $250 non-members

Regular (June 16 - July 31): $225 members / $300 non-members

Late Registration (August 1-14): $275 members / $350 non-members

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Workshops

May 12 2025

Spring Planting Workshop

Franklin County Extension Office
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Learn optimal techniques for planting different hemp varieties in Ohio's climate. This hands-on workshop will cover soil preparation, seed selection, transplanting methods, and early season management.

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Jun 22 2025

Pest and Disease Management

Virtual Webinar
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Identify common hemp pests and diseases and learn integrated management strategies. Expert speakers will cover prevention techniques, monitoring methods, and treatment options.

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Aug 30 2025

Harvest and Post-Harvest Handling

Athens County Demo Farm
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Explore best practices for harvesting, drying, and storing your hemp crop. This practical workshop will include equipment demonstrations and discussions of quality management techniques.

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Sep 15 2025

Hemp Business Planning

Columbus Small Business Center
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Develop a comprehensive business plan for your hemp operation. This workshop will cover market assessment, financial planning, risk management, and marketing strategies.

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Field Days

Jul 18 2025

CBD Hemp Production Tour

Licking County Hemp Farm
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Visit established CBD hemp operations and learn from experienced growers. Tour includes field demonstrations, equipment displays, and Q&A with successful farmers.

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Jul 25 2025

Fiber Hemp Demonstration

Western Ohio Hemp Farm
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

See fiber hemp harvest and processing equipment in action. This event will highlight the entire fiber production cycle from field to processing.

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Aug 8 2025

Hemp Variety Trials

OSU Research Station
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Examine different hemp varieties and their performance in Ohio conditions. University researchers will share data on yield, pest resistance, and THC compliance.

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Networking Events

May 22

Northern Ohio Grower Meetup

Cleveland Urban Farm Center
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Connect with other hemp farmers in your region to share experiences and solutions.

Jun 5

Central Ohio Grower Meetup

Columbus Brewpub
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Connect with other hemp farmers in your region to share experiences and solutions.

Jun 19

Southern Ohio Grower Meetup

Athens Community Center
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Connect with other hemp farmers in your region to share experiences and solutions.

Jul 30

Processor-Grower Mixer

Columbus Convention Center
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Meet potential buyers and processors for your hemp crop. This structured networking event is designed to facilitate business connections.

Webinars

Join our online sessions covering timely topics in hemp cultivation, processing, and marketing. All webinars are free for members and $25 for non-members. Recordings are available in the member resources section after the event.

May 5, 2025

Optimizing Soil Health for Hemp Production

Learn about soil testing, amendments, and management practices to maximize hemp productivity.

June 2, 2025

Hemp Pest Management Update

The latest research and practices for managing hemp's most common pests and diseases.

July 7, 2025

Understanding Hemp Testing Requirements

A comprehensive overview of THC testing protocols, timing, and compliance strategies.

August 4, 2025

Market Trends and Opportunities

Analysis of current hemp markets and emerging opportunities for Ohio growers.

September 1, 2025

Harvest Timing and Techniques

Best practices for determining optimal harvest windows and execution methods.

Past Events

March 15, 2025

Spring Growing Season Kickoff

This event covered preparation strategies for the 2025 growing season, featuring presentations on seed selection, field preparation, and seasonal planning.

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February 22, 2025

Hemp Licensing Workshop

This workshop provided step-by-step guidance on completing hemp cultivation license applications, with representatives from the Ohio Department of Agriculture.

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January 18, 2025

2025 Hemp Market Outlook

Industry experts discussed projections for the hemp market in 2025, including trends, opportunities, and challenges for Ohio growers.

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Have an Event Idea?

We welcome suggestions from our members for future events and topics. If you have ideas for workshops, field days, or presentations that would benefit Ohio hemp growers, we'd love to hear from you.

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