In an exciting step for the international hemp and CBD industry, Ag Marvels is making waves as it embarks on an ambitious journey to Japan. With its sights set on expanding business operations and fostering new partnerships, the company’s CEO Mike Klumpp, and COO Blake Klumpp lead the charge on a 10-day expedition across the Land of the Rising Sun. Their mission? To promote exports for the hemp and CBD industry while establishing key relationships that will help Ag Marvels grow on a global scale.
As Japan widens its doors to the hemp and CBD markets, companies like Ag Marvels are eager to capitalize on the opportunities. Mike and Blake Klumpp, the driving force behind Ag Marvels’ success, see Japan as a pivotal market for the future of hemp exports. Their trip did not only focus on business development but also on learning from Japan’s rich agricultural heritage by visiting hemp farms that have been in the fiber business for over 8 generations.
From bustling Tokyo to the serene countryside, Mike and Blake Klumpp covered a lot of ground on their 10-day journey. Their itinerary was packed with visits to hemp farms, meetings with local farmers, having a booth at the 1st Tokyo International Hemp Conference, and many top-tier meetings, including a full day at the Royal Thai embassy.
“We’re incredibly excited about the possibilities Japan holds for Ag Marvels,” said Mike Klumpp. “This trip is about building meaningful relationships, learning from Japan’s great history with hemp, and introducing our products to a new market that’s ready for the expanding benefits hemp and CBD can offer.”
Blake Klumpp echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the upcoming opportunities, “Japan has a long history of using hemp for building materials, food products, and even religious purposes. We are excited to expand the history of hemp in Japan by bringing more CBD products to the country and getting the Japanese people involved on all fronts of this great plant.
With Ag Marvels at the forefront of this international expansion, the trip to Japan is not just about their company’s success—it’s about strengthening the global hemp trade. Thanks to the great relationships between Ag Marvels and NIHC (National Industrial Hemp Council of America) it made the journey to Japan a great success.
Mike Klumpp explains the helpfulness of the NIHC by saying,
“This trip couldn’t have been possible or as successful as it was without the help of NIHC. Between the education we were given and the opportunities that were brought to us during our trip, we owe it to the NIHC for everything they have done for us and expanding the industry.”
Mike, also said, “The USDA has also done great things for the hemp industry and foreign trade to countries such as Japan and they are very involved with expanding the industry.”
As Ag Marvels moves forward in its expansion into Japan, the future looks bright for both the company and the global hemp industry. This journey is a crucial stepping stone in Ag Marvels’ vision of making hemp a staple commodity in international trade. From this successful trip, the company hopes to return to the U.S. not only with new business deals but also with a wealth of knowledge to share with the American hemp community.
“We believe in the power of hemp to change lives,” said Mike Klumpp. “By expanding our reach to Japan and beyond, we’re helping to create a healthier, more sustainable world and that’s something we’re incredibly proud of.”
The 10-day tour undoubtedly marks the beginning of many new and exciting ventures for Ag Marvels, opening doors to new markets and opportunities while positioning the company as a leader in the international hemp and CBD arena.