(Michigan City, IN) - A hemp company in Michigan City is expanding.  Officials said Viobin operates a hemp production plant on U.S 12 on the city’s east side.

It’s investing six million dollars into the facility.  The project includes expansion for hemp drying, feed production and processing along with additional equipment, officials said.  15 new jobs are projected from the investment.

Viobin has been operating in Michigan City since last year.  Industrial hemp is processed by the company into CBD oil for use in lotions and other products.  The city council last week approved tax abatement on the investment.