“The more we utilize hemp, the better off we’ll be tomorrow— because it replenishes itself and the soil in the air.  So the more it's utilized, the more we alleviate the stresses on the planet in different places.”  

-Braelyn Davis

 

Hemp is one of the most versatile plants on Earth. It can be used to make everything from paper and clothing, to fuel and plastic. It grows quickly, uses less water, prevents soil erosion, is pest resistant (no chemicals needed), drought tolerant, and reduces the carbon dioxide in the air. These characteristics make hemp a sustainable option for farmers who want to produce healthy crops without harming their land or water supply.

 

The benefits don't stop there! Food-grade hemp is also a nutritional powerhouse. It contains all nine essential amino acids, as well as protein, iron, potassium and magnesium—all of which are essential for proper bodily function. 

 

In this episode, Justine and Planet Based Foods Co-Founder and CEO, Braelyn Davis, discuss how creating plant-forward products can build new pathways to sustainably feed people with nutritious foods while helping the earth regenerate. Braelyn also shares how to build a system for more efficient production, three factors to consider before diving into the plant-based space, the characteristics that an entrepreneur needs to possess, and what our role is in the regenerative movement. 

 

Meet Braelyn Davis: 

With a background in nutrition and wellness, Davis realized the potential to establish food-grade hemp as a nutrient-dense, sustainable protein source while working on the leading edge of the cannabis wellness industry. As Planet Based Foods’ CEO, Davis is responsible for stewarding the vision and driving growth for the company’s clean, nutritious and sustainable hemp-based foods.

 

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Episode Highlights:

00:39 The Goal of Planet Based Foods

06:47 Where It All Started

11:46 How to Make Production More Efficient

14:21 3 Factors to Consider Before Diving Into the Plant-Based Space

21:46 What Entrepreneurs Need to Possess

28:45 Go Regenerative

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