Articles by Russell Pace

Industrial Hemp a viable agricultural commodity that has the potential to revitalize our nation's economy and environment. It could be grown on a large scale in the central valley to provide food for millions, or it could be grown on a collective level to supply a nutritious supplement for a local community. The bottom line is that hemp can stop deforestation because it can take the place of timber for paper, textiles, and related products (ie. paper towels). Meanwhile as it is supplying our nation with necessary resources, it is also helping to rebuild the topsoil and reducing the use of pesticides and herbicides to almost zero, thereby increasing our nation's water quality. As our very first president said with such fortitude, Make the most of the Indian hemp seed and sow it everywhere. Hemp for victory!

BISMARCK, North Dakota State University (NDSU), a publicly funded land grant university has taken the unprecedented step of submitting an amicus brief in support of two North Dakota farmers, Rep. Dave Monson and Wayne Hague, who filed a lawsuit in June to end the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) ban on state-regulated commercial hemp farming in the United States.... http://www.votehemp.com/PR/10-29-07_ndsu_files_amicus.html

Two North Dakota farmers who filed a lawsuit in June to end the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) ban on commercial hemp farming in the United States were in U.S. District Court on Wednesday, November 14, 2007. The farmers, State Rep. David Monson of Osnabrock and Wayne Hauge of Ray, observed the oral arguments made before Judge Daniel Hovland on their behalf by attorneys Tim Purdon and Joe Sandler. Judge Hovland stated he had read and re-read the briefs filed by both sides in the landmark case and concluded the hearing by saying, "I promise to make a decision by the end of the month," in regards to the DEA's motion to dismiss. In the meantime, Judge Hovland stayed the farmers' motion for summary judgment, as he felt the motion to dismiss should be dealt with first. The oral arguments revealed numerous weak points that the DEA is relying on to thwart this landmark case. Their assertion that the farmers didn't have standing because they haven't grown industrial hemp yet was rejected by Judge Hovland when he said 'I am not convinced that the plaintiffs have to expose themselves to prosecution' and reminded Department of Justice (DOJ) Attorney Wendy Ertmer, who argued on behalf of the government, that 'this Court has jurisdiction to make a declaratory judgment,' which is what this lawsuit is seeking. What does all this mean? Most importantly, the fight to bring back hemp farming is in uncharted waters. There has never been a case like this one. The oral arguments made this week were based on a new set of circumstances made possible by the change of North Dakota's hemp farming law earlier this year. Allowing farmers to get a state-issued license to grow industrial hemp and not be forced to waste their time with the DEA is both rational and legal. http://www.votehemp.com/PR/11-15-07_judge_promises_decision.html

BISMARCK, ND — Two North Dakota farmers, who filed a federal lawsuit in June to end the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) ban on commercial hemp farming in the United States, had their case dismissed by federal Judge Daniel Hovland yesterday. In a 22-page decision, Judge Hovland wrote that the problem facing state-licensed hemp farmers David Monson and Wayne Hauge needs to be addressed by Congress if they hope to ever grow the versatile crop which is used in everything from food and soap to clothing and auto parts. The decision can be read online. Lawyers working on behalf of the farmers are considering an appeal on a number of issues. In particular, the Court ruled that hemp and marijuana are the same, as the DEA has contended for years. However, scientific evidence clearly shows that not only is industrial hemp genetically distinct from the drug marijuana, there are also absolutely no psychoactive effects from ingesting it. "Obviously we are disappointed with the decision," says Eric Steenstra, President of Vote Hemp, a grassroots group working to bring industrial hemp farming back to the U.S. "The Court's decision shows it understands that the established and growing market for industrial hemp would be beneficial for North Dakota farmers to supply. Yet the decision overlooks Congress's original intent - and the fact that farmers continued to grow hemp in the U.S. for twenty years after marijuana was banned. If the plaintiffs decide to appeal the case, we would wholeheartedly support that effort. We are not giving up and will take this decision to Washington, DC to prompt action by Congress on HR 1009, the Industrial Hemp Farming Act of 2007, which would clarify a state's right to grow the crop," adds Steenstra. In a related development, Vote Hemp has learned that the DEA has sent a "Memorandum of Agreement" to North Dakota State University (NDSU) which, if signed by the school, would clear the way for industrial hemp research there. NDSU filed an amicus brief in support of the farmers' lawsuit which highlighted the university's eight-year struggle to secure a license from the DEA to grow industrial hemp for research as mandated by state law. "It seems our arguments about the DEA's delay in processing NDSU's application have resulted in the agency finally taking positive action to allow research," comments David Bronner, President of the Hemp Industries Association (HIA) and Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps, a manufacturer of soap and other body care products using hemp oil imported from Canada. Vote Hemp, the nation's leading industrial hemp advocacy group, and its supporters are providing financial support for the lawsuit. If it is ultimately successful, states across the nation will be free to implement their own hemp farming laws without fear of federal interference. More on the case can be found online. http://votehemp.com/PR/11-29-07_court_decision_rejects.html

BISMARCK, ND — Two North Dakota farmers, who filed a federal lawsuit in June to end the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) ban on commercial hemp farming in the United States and had their case dismissed on November 28, have filed a notice of appeal today in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. http://votehemp.com/PR/12-12-07_hemp_farmers_appeal.html

It is Anti-American not to grow HEMP. If you do not support HEMP being grown you are fundamentally destroying our country by allowing it to fall victim to large scale industrial pollutants, all of which hemp COULD feasibly replace on a local farming level. Just take Jack Herer's 100,000 Dollar Challenge and you will see... Thomas Jefferson, George Washington and Benjamin Franklin all were staunch supporters of HEMP as a staple agricultural commodity in the US. WHY IS IT ILLEGAL? Time is running out and this plant can rewind the sands of time to a sustainable way of life. Follow the links on our research links and you will see. Our system is systemically flawed but WE THE PEOPLE can unite with our EARTH to help heal the nation. We create our own reality so keep smiling....

Hemp is one of the highest producing biomass plants on the planet and requires no herbicides and very little pesticides. There is no doubt that by incorporating hemp onto our current agricultural practices, we can create a sustainable future for our children. Visit VoteHemp online to find out how you can become more active in hemp legislation.

Buy your hemp oil paintings NOW!!! Exclusively at Calyx. The painting available are listed under the accessories menu. For further inquiries please call 707.832.9004

Today we stand at the forefront of our independence, within these parameters of modulating self-sufficiency is a plant that can restore a balance to the world. Calyx donates to the HIA today!!!

Hemp Hoodies In! 5 Different Colors! New Calyx T-shirts! Hemp Artboards!

By signing SB 676 into law, which passed the Oregon Legislature with strong bi-partisan support, Governor Kulongoski has taken a proactive position allowing our farmers the right to grow industrial hemp, to provide American manufacturers with domestically-grown hemp, and to profit from that effort." The new law sets up a state-regulated program for farmers to grow industrial hemp which is used in a wide variety of products, including nutritious foods, cosmetics, body care, clothing, tree-free paper, auto parts, building materials, fuels and much more. Learn more about hemp at www.VoteHemp.com.

Farmers, Hemp Industry Leaders Arrested for Planting Industrial Hemp at DEA Headquarters in Act of Civil Disobedience to Protest 'Reefer Madness' Fed Up Captains of Hemp Industry Plant Hemp Seed on DEA's Lawn with Ceremonial Shovels http://votehemp.com/PR/10-13-09_vh_DEA_hempplanting.html

Come browse our store and see all the new hemp clothes we have to offer!!!

New Women's Tank Tops and T-shirts!!! 50%Hemp 30%Bamboo 20%Soy

We appreciate all the business that has come our way. To show our appreciation we have many items on sale for the holiday season. Check out our long sleeve t-shirts to keep you warm during this winter season!

For the first time in legislative history, a group of lawmakers in the U.S. have approved a bill legalizing the recreational use of marijuana by adults. By a 4-3 vote, the California Legislature’s Assembly Public Safety Committee approved AB 390, which would allow possession, sale and cultivation of marijuana for people over 21. Hemp cultivation is included in this bill!!

Calyx is happy to announce that we have expanded distribution into Colorado and are currently stocking clothes in some of the local dispensaries in and around Boulder. Go to our links page to see if there is one near you!

Calyx Clothing will be representing at the 1st. annual Cannabis Crown presented by High Country Caregivers, held at the Gant in Aspen, Colorado April 17-18 2010. Be there to blast off!

Calyx Clothing will be vending at the 1st. annual Cannabis Crown presented by High Country Caregivers, held at the Gant in Aspen, Colorado April 17-18. We've got some killer new designs and lots of new woman's clothing. Be there!!!!

The God Father of Cannabis has passed away April 15, 2010. Jack Herer is a legend and a large reason why Calyx Clothing was created in the first place. It was an honor to meet him at the Olympia Hemp Festival and have him buy some of our hemp clothing. We also donated one of our hemp oil paintings to him at that festival. Rest in Peace Jack...

New Custom Calyx Designs by Roman Villagrano an awesome Humboldt County Visionary Artist. Check em out under long sleeve t-shirts!!!

Did you know that hemp is naturally anti-microbial! That why it was used on sails for millenniums...

We have added new bamboo flexfit hats!!! Also another long sleeve shirt and new blue sugar skull hoodies.

Check out our new Gray Cammo Logo Hoodies, slightly more refined for a more contemporary feel and fresh off the press!!!

Calyx Clothing will be vending this weekend in Arcata, CA at the Golden Road Art and Music Fair. It should be a great event so come out and breathe some sweet smelling air!