Simplified Rules for Industrial Hemp Farming: Less Testing, More Growth.
This law establishes a separate, less restrictive regulatory path for farmers growing hemp strictly for industrial uses like fiber, seeds, and oil, excluding cannabinoid resin production. It replaces mandatory chemical testing with simpler visual inspections, reducing costs and bureaucratic hurdles for producers. This change aims to accelerate the growth of the industrial hemp market, potentially offering consumers more fiber and seed-based products.
Key points
Creates a distinct category for "Industrial Hemp" with streamlined regulatory requirements focused on fiber and seed production.
Inspections for industrial hemp will primarily be visual; chemical testing is only required if a visual inspection fails and the producer lacks documentation proving industrial intent.
States and Indian tribes are restricted from imposing stricter regulations on industrial hemp production than federal law, standardizing rules for farmers.
Farmers who knowingly violate the designated purpose of their crop face a 5-year program ineligibility penalty.
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