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Panda Biotech, an industrial hemp manufacturer based in Texas, along with Panda Hemp Gin equity partner, The Southern Ute Indian Tribe, celebrated the grand opening of its industrial hemp facility in Wichita Falls, Texas, on June 12.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony was celebrated at the 500,000 square foot facility. Ceremony speakers included Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce CEO Ron Kitchens, Panda Biotech president Dixie Carter, Panda Biotech COO Scott Evans, Southern Ute Indian Tribe chairman Melvin J. Baker and Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller.
Other guests included Paul Guez, who launched the first brand of designer jeans with his brand Sasson, as well senior executives from various textile spinning mills, textile importers and exporters; regional agriculture leaders and producers; members of the esteemed Southern Ute Tribal Council; Mayor Tim Short and other city officials.
“We will lead the nation in industrial hemp!” said Texas Agriculture Commissioner Miller with Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce CEO Kitchens adding, “Today, we celebrate the courage of entrepreneurs who said over and over again, we believe in you, Wichita Falls.”