Down On The Farm

Down On The Farm is a Michigan-based company dedicated to supporting the agricultural community through consulting services and promoting industrial hemp products. Founded by Blain Becktold, a former County Executive Director of the USDA Farm Service Agency with 27 years of experience, the company helps farmers navigate government programs and achieve compliance with regulations such as the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). The company plays a significant role in the industrial hemp industry, with its founder co-founding iHemp Michigan, a non-profit trade association that has been instrumental in introducing industrial hemp as a commodity crop to Michigan farmers. Down On The Farm processes hemp seeds into various products, including hemp seed oil, hemp protein flour, hemp protein cake, and hemp hearts. It also acts as a seed dealer for fiber and grain genetics and provides decortication services, including processing CBD stalks. Their product line includes hemp hearts, which are raw, shelled hemp seeds rich in protein, fiber, and essential fatty acids; hemp seed oil, a cold-pressed oil offering a natural source of omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants; and animal bedding made from hemp hurd, which is absorbent, natural, and antibacterial. With a strong commitment to promoting industrial hemp and supporting local farmers, Down On The Farm continues to play a pivotal role in advancing hemp as a sustainable agricultural resource in Michigan and beyond.