Working to Support the Growth of Industry
The Tasmanian Hemp Association offers our Grower, Associate, Corporate and Supporter Members ongoing educational and agronomic support while facilitating critical networking and community events.
The THA is driving the next wave of necessary legislative change through strategic lobbying efforts with key lawmakers and stakeholders. Our aim is to promote more sustainable agriculture and to continue to develop ways to increase the use of hemp as a renewable and sustainable source of food, fibre, fodder and extracts.
Strategic Plan
The Tasmanian Hemp Association’s Strategic Plan 2025–2028, sets a clear pathway for Tasmania to lead the growth, coordination and long-term development of the hemp industry in Australia.
The plan builds on Tasmania’s strong regulatory and licensing framework and the collaboration already underway between growers, processors, researchers and government.
The Strategic Plan is structured around five clearly defined pillars that guide THA’s priorities and actions through to 2028:
1. Advocacy – Strengthening industry advocacy and representation for Tasmanian hemp
2. Market Development – Growing market development and value-added opportunities across food, fibre and materials
3. Research and Innovation – Supporting research, innovation and best practice to underpin evidence-based growth
4. Industry Capability – Building industry capability and workforce development to support long term expansion
5. Sustainability – Enhancing member services, sustainability and governance to ensure a strong and credible peak body
Tasmania’s strength lies in the close collaboration between growers, processors, researchers and government, enabling the production of high-quality seed and hemp food, fibre and building materials, and strengthening the state’s position as a trusted and competitive place for industry investment and growth.
Meet the Board
Andi Lucas
President
Penny Domeney
Secretary
Konrad Chung
Board Member
Ian Whitehouse
Vice President
Andrias McMahon
Board Member
Nick Mills
Board Member
Fenglin (Fingal) Lian
Treasurer
Abhi Gupta
Board Member
Robin Tait
Board Member
and Staff
Anne Gigney
Executive Officer
Samantha Pini
Administrative Manager
Supported by Amazing Corporate Members
The THA is proud to have virtually all key industry stakeholders in our home state and mainland Australia as Corporate Members of our association.
The expertise and experience of the folk from the list of businesses below runs deep, and by making critical introductions between these partners, our broader membership and the public, and ensuring all parties are remaining connected, the THA is playing a vital role in progressing the hemp industry both in Tasmania and beyond.