“I’m proud of you boys for all your awards and accomplishments, but what I’m most pleased about is that you all get along.”

— William B. Peterson

The Kentucky Heritage Hemp business was built on strong core values. First and foremost is our focus on quality. Our grandfather used to always say, “if it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing right.” There are no corners cut in our operation. Integrity, truth and transparency are also at the top of our values list. Additionally, we’re a resourceful bunch - which goes hand-in-glove with our commitment to sustainability and ecology. Our ability to innovate is another natural outcome of being resourceful. None of this would matter if we weren’t consistently achieving our goals. All of us are keenly and continuously focused on excellent outcomes.

These values are not just words on our conference room wall. We live them every day. And one more thing. Family. It’s not just about being related to one another. Our operation includes spouses, children, and a very close association of neighbors and friends, many of whom are like family. We inherited, and we work hard to maintain, a family culture. As our family has transitioned to new generations of leaders, we know that our success and continuity has depended on pulling everyone to a unified vision and living the values that have become our strong culture.

  • William O. Peterson

    CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

  • Alice M. Peterson

    PRESIDENT

  • Bobby Gaffney

    CHIEF SCIENCE OFFICER