Jonathan Miller interviews Patrick Atagi, President and CEO of the National Industrial Hemp Council, about the promotion and marketing of U.S. hemp internationally. If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com.
 
 Hemp Industry questions covered in the episode:

1.     What is the National Industrial Hemp Council, and what is its role in promoting U.S. hemp into international markets?

2.     From the perspective of attending a hemp conference in Bangkok, Thailand, what are the prospects for international hemp trade between those two countries?

3.     What other nations pose the most promising partners for international hemp trade, and where should U.S. farmers and businesses aim their promotion?

4.     Chinese hemp imports have long reached the U.S. and have often been considered substandard.  What does the future look like for hemp trade between our two nations, and will it help improve the quality of the biomass and products?

5.     What is the Federation of International Hemp Organization, and what is it doing to promote consistent standards and regulations across borders?