Want to Weigh in on Domestic Hemp Production? Here’s How
September 17, 2020 
On Sept. 8, 2020, the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service reopened the comment period for its previously published interim final rule to establish a domestic hemp production program. The rule is currently in effect and will expire on Nov. 1, 2021 or when a final rule is issued.
The rule outlines a procedure through which states and tribes can submit hemp production plans for approval by USDA. In those territories where there is no USDA approved plan, and where hemp production is not illegal on the state level, USDA will administer a federal plan.
The rule also outlines how information will be maintained, testing requirements to ensure the products are legal, disposal requirements for non-compliant products, and more. The agency is seeking comments and information on specific topics outlined in the notice to help inform a permanent final rule. Written comments on the rule are due by Oct. 8, 2020.
Click here to read the Federal Register notice, and click here to submit comments.
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