Monday, November 29, 2010

National Cannabis Industry Association

I just learned that there is now a national trade organization for the cannabis (marijuana) industry.



Their home page is here: National Cannabis Industry Association

The copy that follows is from their 'about' page.

The National Cannabis Industry Association was founded on the principle of power in numbers.  Thousands of American businesses are involved in some fashion in the cannabis industry, yet they are often ignored at the federal level. These businesses, collectively, are a tremendous economic force and should have a voice on the national stage. We are that voice.
  • NCIA publicly advocates for the unique needs of the emerging cannabis industry and defends against those aiming to eliminate the legal market for cannabis and cannabis-related products.
  • NCIA is the nation’s only industry-led advocacy group engaging in legislative efforts to expand and further legitimize the legal cannabis market in the U.S.
  • NCIA is the only national marijuana policy reform organization with a fully democratic process that allows its members to choose the board of directors through annual elections.






Of course the Hemp Industries Association has been formally advocating for the re-legalization of hemp since 1992. Their home page is here: Hemp Industries Association The following copy is from their website:

The Hemp Industries Association (HIA) is a non-profit trade group representing hemp companies, researchers and supporters. We are at the forefront of the drive for fair and equal treatment of industrial hemp. Since 1992, the HIA has been dedicated to education, industry development, and the accelerated expansion of hemp world market supply and demand.
 
The hemp industry has positioned itself over the past decade to once again become a major global economic force in the 21st century. Hemp is one of our planet's most important natural resources, and we advocate using it to its full potential.

If you are currently involved in the hemp industry, thinking of starting a hemp business, or support hemp commerce, please consider becoming a member.


No comments:

Post a Comment