National Industrial Hemp Council of America

Connecting the industrial hemp community

Where the hemp industry converges.

The National Industrial Hemp Council of America brings growers, laboratories, manufacturers and advocates together to shape policy, expand opportunity and move the industry forward.

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The NIHC story

A stronger industry starts with connection.

From the field to the global marketplace, discover how NIHC brings the industrial hemp supply chain together.

Events & gatherings

The conversations moving hemp forward.

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Flagship event · Past

September 16–18, 2026 · New York

NIHC Global Industrial Hemp Fiber Summit

A gathering at the Fashion Institute of Technology focused on the future of industrial hemp fiber.

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Industry opportunity · Past

August 8–15, 2026

2026 Industrial Hemp Annual Market Guide

An opportunity for companies and leaders to be featured in NIHC’s industry resource.

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International · Past

June 10–12, 2026 · Poznań

23rd European Hemp Conference

A look at the conversations and connections shaping the international hemp sector.

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From the event archive

Ideas, partnerships and a shared vision for hemp fiber.

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Your path into NIHC

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Membership

Join the council that connects the industry.

There is a place for every part of the industrial hemp community. Find the membership that fits your work and help move the industry forward.

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