Hemp Foods America
We are developing the first organic domestic supply of hemp for the $500 million annual US market for Hemp Foods.
- Stage Full Product Ready
- Industry Food and Beverage
- Location New Castle, KY, US
- Currency USD
- Founded October 2014
- Employees 2
- Incorporation Type LLC
- Website hempfoodsamerica.com
Company Summary
Working in conjunction with farmers and our other partners in Kentucky and Colorado, we are developing the first organic domestic supply of hemp for the $500M annual US Hemp Foods market. With 7000+ retailers across North America carrying Hemp Foods, and global organic hemp foods in short supply and high demand, we are able to launch our brand prior to scalable US hemp harvests through our exclusive agreement with Hemp Foods Australia.
Team
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Co-founder
Paul is a 20 year hemp industry veteran and founder of Europe’s popular hemp health snack, the 9 bar. Paul moved to Australia, where in 2011 he started Hemp Foods Australia. Paul has since opened the market in Japan and with Chad –America. Paul is also a published author of a series of books about the hemp industry. He divides his time between Australia and Denver.
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John SmithFarmer Extension Agent
John is a family farmer that has used organic methods since before there was a certification system. His knowledge comes from experience converting 1000's of acres of conventional farms into organic certified ones, as well as his education in Ag Economics. John studies hemp extensively and is an advocate for bringing hemp into the rotation in KY by recruiting and directing farmers in replacing GMO crops with organic hemp in the coming season.
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Managing Partner and Co-Founder
Chad is a passionate entrepreneur who has brought many successful startups to market including, Vetrazzo, Pierre Habitat, Indomata, and Organo, all companies with a “triple-‐bottom line.” Today, he dedicates his life to connecting to the community and has put down roots in Henry County, Kentucky, where Hemp Foods America is headquartered.
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