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Farming Hemp in U.S. States

National Alcohol Group Urges Congress to Address Hemp’s ‘Public Health Crisis’ in Farm Bill

Wine & Spirts Wholesalers of America sent a letter to U.S. lawmakers recommending they ban synthetically derived hemp compounds.

June 6, 2024

Texas

THCA in the Farm Bill: Amendment Goes Far Beyond Closing ‘Loopholes’

Whoever wrote Rep. Mary Miller's amendment figured out ‘all the perfect cuts’ to ‘kill’ the entire hemp industry, international cannabis attorney says.

June 3, 2024

Hemp Regulations in U.S.

US Senate Democrats Forgo Addressing Intoxicating Hemp in 2024 Farm Bill Summary

Agriculture Committee leaders released framework for the bill’s reauthorization, which would reduce barriers for industrial hemp farmers.

May 2, 2024

2018 Farm Bill Status

US Cannabis Council Proposes Federal Prohibition for Hemp-Derived Products With THC

The group’s executive director sent a letter to legislative leaders urging them to close loopholes that have created an unregulated, intoxicating hemp-derived product market.

April 11, 2024

Future of Hemp Industry

US Hemp Authority Announces Adult-Use Hemp Product Certification

Under the leadership of new president, Chris Fontes, the U.S. Hemp Authority will certify delta-8- and delta-9-like THC products.

April 11, 2024

Florida

The Future of Hemp-Derived Delta-9 THC Headlines CBT’s Most-Read Articles for March

Readers also dove headfirst into Amazon’s delta-8 problems and a potential rescheduling roadblock with the DEA’s five-factor test this month.

March 28, 2024

Hemp Regulations in U.S.

Hemp Industry Organizations Urge House Energy and Commerce Committee to Hold Hearing on FDA Regulation

Twenty-eight nonprofit organizations sent a Jan. 24 letter to committee leaders, calling on them to expedite a hearing on the FDA’s regulation—or lack thereof—of the hemp market, including CBD products.

January 24, 2024

Hemp Regulations in U.S.

2023 Farm Bill Passage Could Face 1-Year Delay, According to Key US Senator

Arkansas Sen. John Boozman, ranking member of the Agriculture Committee, indicated Congress may miss an end-of-year deadline.

October 24, 2023

Hemp Regulations in U.S.

Democratic Task Force Endorses 44 Bills for Inclusion in 2023 Farm Bill

The New Democrat Coalition, a caucus of nearly 100 U.S. House members, put forward a list of bills it hopes to hitch to the must-pass agriculture legislation.

September 28, 2023

Hemp Regulations in U.S.

Cannabis Regulators Association Calls on Congress to Adjust Hemp Laws in 2023 Farm Bill

Head regulators from seven states signed a letter asking for U.S. Agriculture Committee leaders to protect consumer safety and public health.

September 20, 2023

Farming Hemp in U.S. States

The Versatility of Hemp: 5 Ways to Use and Enjoy Hemp Products

Jorge Olson, chief marketing officer at Hempacco, showcases hemp’s myriad uses, what consumers can expect, and what businesses should note.

August 4, 2023

Fast Stats

USDA Survey Shows Hemp Industry’s Dramatic Decline

2022 figures for seed, floral, fiber and grain production were down across the board compared to 2021.

May 25, 2023