Governor Lujan Grisham describes the hemp industry as “bursting with potential” to help strengthen New Mexico’s economy.

Join NMEDD in a discussion about financing the hemp industry in New Mexico.
• Chris Moya, NM Regulation and Licensing Department, will explain banking regulations for lenders.
• Brad Lewis, Division Director NMDA Agricultural and Environmental Services, will give an update on the USDA’s perspective in relation to the 2018 Farm Bill.
• Brian Griffith, VP of Commercial Lending Services Sandia Area Federal Credit Union, will brief participants on bank requirements for hemp businesses seeking financing.
• Jerry Walker, President/CEO Independent Community Bankers Association, will update participant on the SAFE Banking Act and will propose action items and ways NM can support financing the hemp industry.
• Johanna Nelson, NMEDD, will discuss the Collateral Assistance Program (CAP), which can be a great tool for hemp-related projects.

If you are a lender or a hemp related business in New Mexico this is a great opportunity to learn and bring your questions for the experts!

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