https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/karmakoalapodcast/episodes/2026-05-15T01_54_05-07_00
First up apologies for some of the gremlins on the host tal;king. Not sure what happened there!
In this episode i speak with Malaysia based Johan Mohamad, a pioneer in the hemp industry across ASEAN and we talk about what’s happening across the region in terms of research, policy and government action. A lot more than you would imagine
Thanks to Johan and enjoy
Johan Mohamad is a pioneer in the hemp industry across ASEAN and the Chairperson of KannaHemp Summit 3.0, taking place in Chiang Mai this December.
Johan began his journey in community advocacy, leading a zero-waste campaign that impacted over 200,000 students before co-founding MCARE Society to support patients and families.
His path took a deeply personal turn when his son was diagnosed with synovial sarcoma, leading him to explore alternative support systems and ultimately into the hemp industry.
Today, Johan works at the intersection of policy, research, and international collaboration — building bridges between ASEAN and Europe to develop a responsible and sustainable hemp ecosystem
Kannahemp Summit embodies the spirit of Southeast Asia collaboration, working together to engage relevant stakeholders from their respective countries. Members and partners interested in participating, collaborating, or supporting this regional initiative are warmly invited to join.
About
KannaHemp Summit 3.0 (Chiangmai 5-7 Dec 2026)
• S.E.Asia’s leading hemp innovation platform
• 3rd edition building on successful 2020 & 2022 events
• Expected: *200–300 international delegates* from *30+ countries*
• Unites *Governments, Researchers, Industry Leaders, Investors & NGOs* from S.E.A. countries
• Focus: Practical solutions for low-THC hemp in Asia
Summit Themes
• Regulatory Frameworks & Policy Dialogue
• Hemp Cultivation & Sustainable Agriculture
• CBD, Nutraceuticals & Wellness Innovation
• Biofuels, Biomass & Industrial Applications
• Circular Economy & Sustainable Materials
• Investment & Global Market Opportunities
https://kannahemp.base44.app
For further information and sponsorship support, kindly email events@hemptech.org.my.
Registration form: https://lnkd.in/gh5qr8GF
Kannahemp Summit began in 2020 as an online summit during the COVID period and continued in 2022 through a regional webinar series connecting policymakers, researchers and industry stakeholders. This year, Kannahemp Summit 3.0 will be the first physical international edition.
The summit will take place in Chiang Mai, Thailand from 5–7 December, followed by the HSC Executive Hemp Innovation Tour on 8–9 December.
The event will focus on several key topics including CBD industry development, food security, novel food regulations, nutraceutical innovation, and the hemp bioeconomy. We are expecting 200–300 delegates from across Southeast Asia, including representatives from government agencies, universities, researchers and industry players.
We are pleased to share that Kannahemp Summit 3.0 will be held in Chiang Mai, Thailand from 5–7 December 2026, followed by the HSC Executive Hemp Innovation Tour on 8–9 December 2026.
