The Road to Legalization at NoCo 5 2018

By NoCo5, everyone in the know was preparing for federal legalization of hemp. The expo took over both the McKee Building and First National Bank halls to accommodate the 150+ vendors, 100+ speakers, and over 6000 attendees crowding into the Ranch. Featuring greater demonstrations than ever before, such as a live jetpack presentation and a tiny house display, the conference also showcased the Hemp Summit and Farm Symposium to address special industry concerns. 2018 saw a focus on regenerative agriculture, an age-old movement providing new ways to save our planet. Additionally, it was a great year for diversity, with speakers including Winona LaDuke of Honor the Earth, NFL players Reuben Droughns and Rick Upchurch, and Dineh Benally of the Navajo Nation Farm Board.