About
OVERVIEW
Our logo assures you that
the HIA member supports ethical business practices, including accuracy in labeling, use of environmentally friendly technologies, sustainable and organic agriculture, high quality products and concern for human rights.
The social impact statements that most closely apply to our organization's mission statement
Eco-friendly production, Environmental conservation
Our organization screens
Business practices
How often our organization monitors compliance of our standards
One time, Continuous
How our organization monitors compliance of our standards
Peer review, Self reporting
Our mission statement
The mission of the HIA is to represent the interests of the hemp industry and to encourage the research and development of new hemp products.The HIA and HIA Members:
* Educate the public about the exceptional attributes of hemp products.
* Facilitate the exchange of information and technology between hemp agriculturists, processors, manufacturers, distributors and retailers.
* Maintain and defend the integrity of hemp products.
* Advocate and support socially responsible and environmentally sound business practices.
The history of our organization
The HIA was founded in 1993 when leading hemp companies met to share information, combine efforts to develop and support ethical business practices and educate consumers about the benefits of hemp products.
Our organization's standards for producers, products, or sellers
How we developed our standards
Leaders of the hemp industry have developed the HIA membership requirements in consultation with members with a focus on ethical business practices.
Summary of our process for screening new producers, products, or sellers
We have require members to sign our pledge upon applying to become a member and check their web site and product information to verify that that the company meets HIA standards.
How we regularly monitor compliance of our standards
Our monitoring process including who performs the monitoring
We have require members to sign our pledge upon applying to become a member and verify by checking their web site and product information. We also rely on feedback from our members.
The fee structure for our monitoring system
Annual membership fee varies depending on annual sales.
Monitored regions
North America, Europe and China
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