Hemp Course for Professionals – Agro-industrial Management

The course takes place inlimited number classes, with an approach that combines market analysis, a comparison of international legislative models, and technical insights into processing and advanced genetics.

The teacher isFrancesco Didonna, founder of Figli dei Fiori Canapa & Co., a senior agribusiness consultant with direct experience in Italy, Europe, the United States, and Thailand. He has been working professionally in the sector since 2018, with certified specializations (Buchi – Rotovapor, Forza Vitale) in environmental control, post-harvest, and processing. The course is conducted in collaboration withCanaPuglia, a leading company in Italian industrial hemp since 2011.

Course program:

• Emerging Hemp Markets: International Scenarios and Opportunities
• Benefits of hemp and Italy's strategic vision
• Comparing Legislation: International Models vs. the Italian Regulatory Framework
• Market Dynamics: Hype vs. Reality, Cycles and Concrete Prospects
• Phytocannabinoid Analysis: Plant Biosynthesis and Applications
• Introduction to industrial transformations and derived products
• Evolution of consumption and new market trends
• Hints of varietal breeding and advanced genetics
• Operational differences between Italy and abroad according to Law 242/2016

The hemp sector is constantly evolving in terms of regulations and marketing. Having technical expertise is no longer enough: you need a comprehensive vision that allows you to read the market, anticipate changes, and build solid projects.

Francesco Didonna has experienced this evolution firsthand, operating in mature markets like the US and Thailand and bringing that vision to the Italian context. CanaPuglia, with over 10 years of active presence across the entire supply chain, offers a concrete and non-speculative perspective on the sector, from certified seeds to biomaterials, from food to textiles.

FAQ

Is it necessary to have completed the previous levels?
It's not mandatory, but it's recommended. The Professional Course assumes familiarity with the plant and the basics of cultivation. Those with an entrepreneurial or commercial background can participate directly, working with us to determine the best starting point.

Does the course also cover legal and regulatory aspects?
Yes. Part of the course is dedicated to comparing international legislation with the Italian regulatory framework pursuant to Law 242/2016, focusing on specific operational differences.

Is this course also suitable for those who want to start a business in the hemp sector?
Yes. The course offers a strategic vision useful both for those who want to launch a business project and those who want to better position themselves in an existing market. For more personalized support, you can combine the course with our Private Technical Consulting.

Can I take the course online?
Yes. The course is available in person at the CanaPuglia headquarters in Monopoli (BA) or online via Zoom, Skype, Teams, or Meet.

What do I get at the end?
A certificate of participation in the Professional Course.

Want to build a comprehensive program? Discover CanaPuglia's other courses:

• Basic Course – Hemp Physiology— for those who want to start from the foundations
• Intermediate Course – Floriculture Specialization— optimization and advanced control
• Complete Course – Integral Path— all 3 levels in one package for €250

Looking for customized support for your project? Discover theHemp Technical Consulting – Private and Personalizedwith Claudio Natile — €85/hour, online or in person.

Training conducted in compliance with Law 242/2016 on industrial hemp cultivation in Italy. Content refers exclusively to permitted varieties and legally permitted uses.

For information or to schedule a consultation before purchasing, please contact formazione@canapuglia.it

The Professional Course is ideal for:

• Entrepreneurs and startupperswho want to enter the hemp market with strategic awareness
• Industry professionals(growshops, farmers, processors) who want to broaden their vision
• Consultants and technicianswho operate or want to operate in the agro-industrial hemp sector
• Managers and sales operatorsinterested in international markets and export opportunities
• Those who have completed the Intermediate Courseand wants to complete the training course

• Gain a strategic and up-to-date overview of the hemp market in Italy and around the world.
  
• Understand the legislative differences between the main producing countries
  
• Learn more about the chemistry of phytocannabinoids and their industrial applications
  
• Identify concrete opportunities in the processing and derivatives sector
  
• Develop a critical approach to market dynamics, beyond the hype
  
• Receive a certificate of participation at the end of the course