One Plant Film Reaches Kickstarter Fundraising Goal. Now What?

Lancaster Farming Industrial Hemp Podcast

This week on the Lancaster Farming Industrial Hemp Podcast, host Eric Hurlock speaks with filmmaker Jordan Berger from Sunflower Films in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Berger and his team are creating the documentary One Plant, that tells the story the cannabis plant.

Fresh off the success of a Kickstarter campaign that raised over $65,000, Jordan discusses the process of funding, creating, and finishing a film. He provides insight into how the funds will be allocated, including editing, sound design, animation, and licensing music to bring the project to completion.

The episode also highlights the challenges and rewards of documenting a growing industry and why this film matters to the hemp community and beyond.

In This Episode

Kickstarter Success: Learn how One Plant reached its fundraising goal and how additional funds will support production.

Film Production Breakdown: Berger explains the technical aspects of filmmaking, from post-production to sound design and animation for educational segments.

Behind-the-Scenes Stories: Memorable moments from the two-year filming journey, including interviews with hemp industry leaders and on-the-ground experiences.

Impact of the Film: Why One Plant is more than a documentary—it’s a tool to educate, inspire, and drive change in farming, manufacturing, and consumer behavior.

What’s Next for One Plant?

With editing expected to wrap up by February 2025, One Plant will soon be submitted to major film festivals. While the film’s public release is still months away, the team is planning a premiere event for supporters in the spring.

Make a late pledge to the film: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/oneplant/one-plant

Watch the Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1tlMo1VtWA

Hemp News Nuggets

Hemp Fiber Research Funding: North Carolina State University receives a $667K investment for studies on harvest timing and environmental impacts on hemp fiber quality.

PFAS Remediation with Hemp: A project in Maine demonstrates hemp’s potential to clean up contaminated soil but highlights challenges in safe disposal of toxic biomass.

Regulatory Battles in Texas: The state’s hemp industry faces potential new restrictions as lawmakers seek tighter controls on intoxicating hemp products.

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