CBD & Hemp

Idaho farmers warn they’re losing money without state legalizing hemp production, sales - Cannabis News

Idaho is one of only three states that does not allow the cultivation of hemp, despite the federal government making it legal to grow industrial hemp in the 2018 Farm Bill.

USDA Touts Hemp Industry’s Growth But Says Challenges Remain - Cannabis News

The USDA report attempts to draw conclusions about the legal, logistical and economic challenges that might arise as US farmers return to a crop that hasn’t been grown in the country for generations.

Hemp highlighted at World Ag Expo - Cannabis News

It’s all about hemp education this year at the 2020 World Ag Expo.

Kroger, the Largest Grocery Chain in the US, Is Lobbying on Hemp - Cannabis News

The supermarket giant started carrying CBD products last year. Now, it’s pressing the federal government on the issue.

USDA Won’t Increase THC Limit On Hemp Despite Requests From Farmers And Lawmakers - Cannabis News

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) said on Thursday that it will not be amending its proposed rules for hemp to increase the allowable THC limit, arguing that only Congress can change that specific policy.

USDA Announces Two More Hemp Insurance Programs - Cannabis News

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced on Thursday that hemp farmers are now eligible for two crop insurance programs that offer coverage in the event of natural disasters.

CBD cosmetics: Japan will be the 'single largest market' in Asia for the next decade - Cannabis News

Swiss-British company AP Organics is setting sights on Japan's cosmetics market for growth outside of Europe, with the firm believing it holds great prospects for its CBD ingredients and services.

Oregon State University at forefront of hemp research - Cannabis News

If successful, OSU will be recognized for pioneering research in hemp genomics, beating out privatized research organizations who are racing to the same outcome.

Interest grows in hemp as nutritional supplement for livestock - Cannabis News

The livestock industry, however, is already witnessing the advantages of hemp seed. A source of protein, rich in fiber, fatty acids and several important minerals, hemp seed meal and pellets have made their way into animal feed with impressive results.

USDA Got More Than 4,600 Hemp Comments Prior To This Week’s Deadline - Cannabis News

The deadline to submit comments to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on proposed regulations for hemp was Wednesday -- and advocates, stakeholders and lawmakers had a lot to say.


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