Backbone Hemp is grown – and operates – on a family farm resting in the foothills of the ancient Appalachian mountains of Western Maryland. The Dubansky family has been farming this land since 1999 with an emphasis on sustainable practices and building quality soil. Farmers Katharine, Max and Kyle bring together over 50 years of collective experience in permaculture, sustainable practices and organic farming techniques to provide superior hemp and hemp products. 

Driven by the desire to revitalize an old staple crop, provide high quality and trustworthy hemp products, and create better economic opportunities for small farmers, Backbone Hemp is driven to act on the principles it holds high. 

As humans, we have seen the benefits the Hemp plant has brought to people and the planet alike. We believe in what we see, and we want it to spread. 

As farmers, growing Hemp brings us joy, sequesters carbon, and helps us work towards our ever present goal of building healthier, living soil. 

Kyle Rooke and Katharine and Max Dubansky
The Backbone Hemp Team


Backbone Hemp cultivates all of its varieties on our 106 acre farm. Our fields are free of all chemical inputs. We have been actively building biodiverse, living soil, full of nutrients, mycelium, beneficial bacteria and microorganisms for over 20 years. The farm is home to a diverse and joyous eco-system including a range of cultivated vegetables and mushrooms, pastures, hay fields, forests, streams and livestock. We are dedicated to maintaining the vitality of our land as well as revitalizing an old staple crop. 

As a company, we strive for greater economic opportunities for small farmers. We are dedicated to providing jobs and realistic opportunities in a sustainable industry and aiding in the growth of small farmers and businesses in our area.

We believe in the power of hemp. We have witnessed the myriad benefits of hemp to both people and planet, and are passionate about growing and providing the highest-quality varieties available.

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We have been actively building biodiverse, living soil full of nutrients, mycelium, beneficial bacteria and microorganisms for over 20 years. The farm is home to a range of cultivated vegetables and mushrooms, pastures, hay fields, forests and streams, as well as livestock and the people who make the farm go.