Protect Local Hemp Products From Corporate Takeover
One Last Favor From Your Local Hemp Farmer I’ve spent the day out on the farm, hands in the dirt, working the same land that has supported our family and our community for years. As I sit down to write this, I’m tired, I’m emotional, and I’m asking you for something I never thought I’d […]
CHP 8 | Early Garden Hemp Hero
The early household lived in close contact with nature. The Secrets of Alexis of Piemont treats the home and garden as sites of experimentation, where agriculture, domestic management, and natural philosophy were in constant negotiation. Knowledge was passed down not only through books, but often through oral tradition, inherited like any other household tool. Hemp, […]
CHP 9 | From Hatchel to Man-of-War
Hemp was a stubborn servant, hard to break and demanding rigorous labor before it yielded anything at all. Yet once worked and brought to market, it underwrote the expansion of empires as well as security at home. Hemp became an indispensable component of both national and personal armories, supplying the sinews of war, trade, coercion, […]
CHP 7 | Before Modern Wellness
FOR DIGESTION Hemp’s place in early medicine was neither mystical nor marginal. It was practical and grounded in the empirical habits of pre-modern life. Remedies survived because they appeared to work often enough to justify repetition. One of the hemp seeds most frequently cited benefits concerns disorders of digestion. One passage claims and that a […]
CHP 6 | Kingdom of Necessity
There are natural resources in history so ubiquitous that they become nearly invisible. They are so fundamental to the construction of daily life that they vanish into it, like mortar between stones. Salt. Iron. Linen. And hemp. Hemp was not merely a crop so much as a condition of life, so common as to be […]
First Citizens Bank
First Citizens understands the unique legal and logistical challenges of cannabis-related businesses. Our experienced financial professionals have a deep knowledge of the cannabis and hemp industries and are ready to provide you with customized banking solutions for a seamless financial journey. Our goal is to make your banking experience as convenient and efficient as possible, […]
VSU Small Farm Outreach Program
The Small Farm Outreach Program (SFOP), a part of Cooperative Extension at Virginia State University, educates and empowers small farmers and ranchers to own, operate and sustain farms and ranches independently with agricultural training programs that improve farm management skills and quality of life provides outreach and learning opportunities to small farmers for production management, […]
RVA Mag
Created by designer R. Anthony Harris in his small apartment across from the post office in Carytown, RVA Magazine quickly gained momentum when co-founder artist and activist Jeremy Parker joined a few months later. Their vision was to spotlight the creative talent emerging from Richmond’s underground arts and music scenes. This vision led to numerous […]
Richmond Tattoo Convention 2025
From its inception, this convention has been a canvas for artistic innovation and a gathering place for the most talented and influential figures in the tattoo community. Join us as we explore the legacy and evolution of this iconic convention, where every year adds a new chapter to its storied past.
Hatch Kitchen RVA
Where Food Businesses Grow Hatch Richmond is a multi-unit organization devoted to a single purpose – supporting food and beverage businesses in the Richmond region. Its mission is to create opportunities for entrepreneurs, whether it is through providing shared commercial kitchen space, private food production suites, co-warehousing, or mentorship and support. Hatch Kitchen RVA
Virginia Farm Bureau
Virginia Farm Bureau Federation (VFBF) is the largest nonprofit agricultural advocacy organization in Virginia. It was founded in 1926 to support the agricultural interests of Farm Bureau members through a variety of programs and services. It is a non-governmental, nonpartisan, voluntary organization committed to protecting Virginia’s farms. Virginia Farm Bureau Federation is part of the […]
Charity Hill Farms
Locally Raised and Finished Charity Hill Farms is a family-owned farm located in Ruther Glen, VA. With over 150 years of history, the farm has been in the Smith family since 1856. Since then, Charity Hill Farms has evolved from originally being a Dairy Farm formerly known as Smith Dairy Farm to a beef cattle […]
Embracing Virginia Hemp as an Agricultural Commodity
In this powerful 7-minute presentation, Graham Redfern, owner and operator of Redfern Hemp Co., Redfern Market LLC, as well as, being a board member of both Virginia’s Farm Bureau and Cannabis Small Business Association, passionately advocates for a comprehensive approach to cannabis agriculture in Virginia. Drawing from his experience as owner of Redfern Hemp CO, […]
Redfern Hemp Farming Journal – August 2025
Storms, Pollination, and BiodiversityAugust on the farm brought its share of challenges and rewards. After a recent storm, we took a walk through the fields to assess the state of our crops and the vibrant ecosystem that calls our farm home. Moreover, enjoy the two hemp farming educational farming below. Corn Resilience and Pesticide-Free Success […]
Redfern’s Hemp Compliance: Best Practices & Quality Control
At Redfern Hemp Co., we believe that quality control is the heart of our commitment to you, our valued customer. We’re not just making Virginia Compliant Edibles; we’re crafting products with exceptional care, ensuring every single item you receive is of the highest quality and perfectly compliant with Virginia’s rigorous standards. Our dedication spans every […]
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Draper’s Choice CBD Dog Treats – Everyday Calm for Fireworks, Storms, and Time Apart As Independence Day approaches, many of us look forward to barbecues, parades, and dazzling fireworks displays. But while we celebrate with star-spangled joy, our furry friends may experience stress from the noise and excitement. Being a pet parent means preparing not […]
Hempcrete Revolution: Lower Sioux and Patagonia Team Up!
In the heart of Minnesota, a remarkable story of innovation, sustainability, and indigenous resilience is unfolding. The Lower Sioux tribe, led by visionary builder Danny Desjarlais, is pioneering a hempcrete revolution to construction that could change how we think about sustainable housing. The Journey Begins The story of these groundbreaking hemp homes started unexpectedly. When […]
Celebrating National Pollinator Week with Bee City RVA
Richmond Embraces Richmond’s Bee City Initiative: Transforming Urban Landscapes for Pollinators Richmond is taking significant strides in environmental conservation through its Bee City project, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to supporting local ecosystems and pollinators. The city has gone beyond merely adopting a title, actively transforming public and private landscapes to create sustainable habitats. At the […]
Experience Revival Spa’s CBD Massage Upgrade
Revival Spa is a cozy, community-oriented wellness spa in Ashland, VA, providing results-driven therapeutic care and relaxing, rejuvenating treatments tailored to each client’s needs. The spa’s mission expands beyond its services to foster a peaceful, non-judgmental space with wellness resources to enjoy before or after an appointment. In its commitment to strengthening regional economic interconnections […]
Pickleball Star Jhonnatan Medina-Alvarez Shares His Father’s Day Picks!
This week, Redfern Market had the honor of welcoming a true champion: top world-ranked pickleball professional, Jhonnatan Medina-Alvarez! When an athlete of his caliber, who has competed on the world’s biggest stages, chooses Redfern for recovery and relaxation, you know you’re in the right place. “Oh, man, we’re here!” Jhonnatan said, his energy infectious from […]