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Hemp
Republican Senator Introduces Bill to Redefine Hemp to 1% THC
Kentucky U.S. Sen. Rand Paul’s HEMP Act would require testing of hemp-derived products and also aims to protect hemp shipments from seizure.
September 27, 2024
Outdoor Hemp Cultivation
Whitney Economics Reduces 2030 Hemp Fiber and Grain Acreage Forecast by 4.5 Million Acres
The industry research firm cites regulatory risks, lack of infrastructure and federal uncertainty as the main drivers for the revised forecast.
September 4, 2024
California
California Governor’s Proposal to Integrate Hemp Into Cannabis Supply Chain Comes to Halt
The state’s Senate Appropriations Committee did not vote on legislation that included Gov. Gavin Newsom’s amendments before a legislative deadline.
August 19, 2024
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
Kentucky
Key Takeaways From USDA's 2024 Hemp Report
The USDA’s 2024 “National Hemp Report” shows the value of hemp production, including floral hemp and seed production, is trending upward, though harvested hemp still exceeds hemp sold. Here are some of the key statistics to know.
May 12, 2024
Hemp Regulations in U.S.
21 Attorneys General Call on Congress to Address ‘Intoxicating Hemp’ Products in Farm Bill
The state law enforcement officials say ‘bad actors’ have exploited a ‘glaring vagueness’ in the 2018 Farm Bill that needs to be addressed in its reauthorization.
March 21, 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
Outdoor Hemp Cultivation
Researchers Wrap Up 2nd Year of Hemp Breeding Study Aimed at Optimizing Genetics for Domestic Farmers
Cornell University recently received two grants to support a three-year research program meant to streamline hemp cultivation for grain, fiber and CBD production in various U.S. regions.
November 6, 2023
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 Research
Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research’s Hemp Research Consortium Provides Grants to Cornell University for Hemp Breeding Program
The research aims to improve yields and traits in U.S. hemp crops.
October 19, 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
Outdoor Hemp Cultivation
Typhoon Farma Wraps Up Third Annual Pick-Your-Own Hemp Event
The Colorado-based farm hosts the event for three days before harvest to allow visitors to ask questions and learn about the plant, as well as take home the cannabinoid-rich hemp they pick.
September 25, 2023
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