THE Guyana Hemp Industries (GHI) will be hosting a Hemp Lobby Day on August 6 to push for the removal of barriers for the establishment of a hemp industry in the country.
At the event, hemp advocates, farmers, entrepreneurs and other Guyanese will be provided the opportunity to meet with parliamentarians, Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC) officials and other stakeholders.

According to a release, GHI intends to rally support for the full legalisation of industrial hemp in Guyana, while educating the public about the sustainable, versatile and profitable benefits of the crop.

To facilitate this, a special booth will be set up on the lawns of the Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) on Brickdam from 09:00hrs and persons will be able to receive information, view videos and hemp products.

The same is expected to be conducted in other regions of the country.
Meanwhile, on Sunday, July 29, through the compliments of GHI, the Cavalier Sports and Tour Club will host a pre-Emancipation Day 10k Race-Walk at the East Ruimveldt Community Centre from 06:30hrs.

It is the initiative of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of GHI, Verman Bedessee, to develop the sport in Guyana and he has met with Minister of Social Cohesion George Norton and other staff to discuss his participation in assisting in such.

On Sunday, other events will take place, such as under-15 and under -7 football competitions beginning at 11:00hrs.

Trophies, medals and other incentives will be up for grabs to all ages and genders.
The GHI was founded in May 2016 and is the first official hemp organisation in Guyana with a focus on building and facilitating the expansion of hemp industries, both locally and internationally.