Why a $28 Billion Industry Can't Be Ignored!

California wants to ban hemp. Texas is protecting it. Spritz and Big Alcohol are lobbying to crush it. The enemy of my enemy is my friend? Not in the cannabinoid space. The hemp industry stands at a crossroads. With federal clarity still missing, states pulling in opposite directions, and Big Alcohol leaning on lawmakers, billions are at stake in hemp’s next chapter. Join us as we dive into the ongoing battle to protect the hemp industry at the federal level with special guest Jim Higdon. Discover the complexities of legislative processes, the impact of political dynamics, and the potential for a unified cannabis industry. The fight to protect hemp and its economic power Challenges from the alcohol sector The importance of building a strong coalition Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of hemp and cannabis regulation. Chapters 00:00 - 03:04 Introduction and Current State of the Hemp Industry 03:04 - 05:46 Bipartisan Support and Legislative Challenges 05:46 - 08:54 The Path to a One Plant Solution 08:54 - 11:57 California's Unique Position in the Hemp Debate 11:57 - 14:57 The Impact of Alcohol Industry on Hemp Legislation 14:57 - 26:03 The Future of Hemp and Spirits Collaboration 26:03 - 32:30 Navigating Legislative Challenges in California 32:30 - 35:25 The Complex Landscape of Cannabis Regulations 35:25 - 39:01 Texas: A State in Legislative Limbo 39:01 - 42:15 Rescheduling Cannabis: Implications for the Industry 42:15 - 47:10 Innovative Partnerships: Normalizing Cannabis in Sports Summary In this conversation, Bryan Fields and Kellan Finney engage with Jim Higdon to discuss the current state of the hemp industry, focusing on legislative challenges, bipartisan support, and the path towards a unified cannabis solution. They explore the unique regulatory landscape in California, the impact of the alcohol industry on hemp legislation, and the ongoing developments in Texas. The discussion also touches on the implications of cannabis rescheduling and innovative marketing strategies, including sponsorships in sports, to normalize hemp products. Guest Links: https://www.cornbreadhemp.com/ https://hempsupporter.com/team/jim-higdon/ https://x.com/jimhigdon https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameshigdon/ Our Links Bryan Fields on Twitter Kellan Finney on Twitter The Dime on Twitter At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry. 8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime is a top 10 Cannabis Podcast The Dime has a New Website. Shhhh its not finished. Sign up for our playbook here: https://www.8threv.com/monthly-report/ 🎥 YouTube: The Dime 📸 Instagram: The Dime https://www.newton-insights.com/