Hemp Law

Hemp law is a currently emerging and evolving field of law that covers state and federal regulation of all aspects of this product, including the production, marketing, processing, transportation and sale of hemp.

CALS and NC State Extension are dedicated to providing tools and resources to help hemp growers in NC as well as research and outreach on hemp law.

Hemp Law: Tools and Resources

Current Hemp Law

• Hemp Law 101: The Regulation of Industrial Hemp
• The Fate of Industrial Hemp in the 2018 Farm Bill
• Guide to Understanding & Evaluating Hemp Contracts in NC
• Rod Rejesus Whole Farm Insurance to Include Hemp in 2020
• USDA Releases Regulations for Hemp Production Program
• Hemp: Breaking Down USDA’s Rule & NC Law
• NC Industrial Hemp Commission Resolution: Continue Pilot Program for 2020
• NC Industrial Hemp Commission’s Public Comments to USDA on Hemp Rule Important Information From NCDA&CS About Hemp Licenses

Specific Hemp FAQs

• Hemp & CBD in Alcohol Beverages
• USPS Guidelines for Mailing CBD Products
• Find Attorneys, Banks, and Insurance Companies that Understand Hemp
• EPA Opens Public Comment for Hemp Pesticide Applications
• Federal Agencies Clarify Requirements for Banks Working With Hemp Businesses
• USDA Clarifies Policy on Organic Certification of Hemp
• Extension Policy on Hemp Sales at Extension Events