Industrial Hemp International 2026 – Conference Program
Industrial Hemp International Conference & Trade Show
March 25–27, 2026 | Hyatt Regency Aurora–Denver Conference Center
Produced by RootSource Media – Truth From the Ground Up
Overview
The IHI 2026 Conference Program connects leaders across industry, academia, and government. Over two days of programming, participants will explore opportunities for innovation, investment, and collaboration across the hemp supply chain — including sessions on university research, education, and public–private partnerships advancing industrial hemp and the bioeconomy.
Programming Summary
General Session Hall: 6 sessions per day, 12 total – Policy, investment, leadership, research, legal, and global strategy
Breakout Hub: 6 sessions per day, 12 total – Technical, education, cosmetics, textiles, finance, entrepreneurship
Demo Studio: 4 sessions per day, 8 total – Demos, workshops, and product innovation
Total: 16 sessions per day, 32 total – Comprehensive coverage of fiber, grain, floral, and bio-based sectors.
DAY 1 – Thursday, March 26, 2026
General Session Hall
- Opening Keynote: The Next Industrial Revolution – Hemp and the Global Bioeconomy
- Scaling Industrial Hemp: Global Fiber and Grain Supply Chains
- S. Policy & Regulation: Federal and State Outlook for Hemp in 2026
- Financing the Future: Investment Strategies for Fiber, Grain & Bio-Based Markets
- Legal Landscapes: Patents, Lawsuits & Compliance in the Hemp Sector
- Global Leaders Forum: Collaboration Across Continents
Breakout Hub
- Hemp Genetics and Agronomy Innovations
- Processing Technology and Automation
- Construction & Building Materials: Performance and Standards
- Textiles and Technical Fibers – Next-Gen Applications
- Bodycare & Cosmetics: Hemp in Clean-Label Formulation
- Market Intelligence & Trends: Mapping Demand and Forecasts
Demo Studio
- Workshop: Hemp Textiles with Cormatex – Process Deep Dive
- Workshop: HempLime, Insulation, Flooring & the Built Environment
- Cooking Demo: Functional Foods and Beverages with Hemp Ingredients
- Workshop: Paper & Packaging – From Fiber to Prototype
DAY 2 – Friday, March 27, 2026
General Session Hall
- Keynote: The Science and Promise of Hemp in a Low-Carbon Future
- Research and Collaboration: University Innovation and Public–Private Partnerships
- Regenerative Economics & Supply Chain Integration
- Floral Hemp & Cannabinoids: Safety, Quality, and Market Evolution
- S. Legal & Regulatory Roundtable – Litigation, IP & Compliance Updates
- Closing Plenary: Hemp 3.0 – Building the Next Industrial Economy
Breakout Hub
- Grain and Protein Innovation: Feed, Food, and Functional Applications
- Hemp and Health: Supplements and Wellness Products
- Textile Circularity & Natural Fiber Recycling
- Finance and Insurance for Hemp Enterprises
- Entrepreneurship & Co-Op Models in the Hemp Industry
- Education and Workforce Development: Building the Next Generation of Hemp Leaders
Demo Studio
- Workshop: Hemp Plastics, Biocomposites & Molded Materials
- Cooking Demo: Hemp Protein & Functional Nutrition
- Workshop: Hemp in 3D Printing & Sustainable Manufacturing
- Workshop: Natural Colorants & Finishing in Hemp Textiles
Venue Layout
Main programming areas include:
– General Session Hall – Keynotes, plenaries, and global leadership panels
– Breakout Hub – Technical, policy, business, and innovation sessions
– Demo Studio – Hands-on workshops and live product demonstrations
– IHI Deal Den – Investment matchmaking and project presentations
– IHI Vendor Pavilion – Exhibit hall and networking center
– VIP Green Room – Speaker and sponsor hospitality