Hemp Law

Jul 26, 2021

Income from NC Food, Fiber and Forestry Industries Grows

Over 17%, or $95.9 billion of the $562 billion gross state product, was contributed by value-added income from food, natural fiber and forestry industries in 2019.

Oct 12, 2020

North Carolina to Continue Industrial Hemp Pilot Program

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) will remain the authority for those growing hemp in North Carolina until September 2021.

Aug 27, 2020

Hemp Update: DEA Adds Requirements to Interim Final Rule

The Drug Enforcement Administration offered a new interpretation of measuring THC in processed hemp products.

Jul 8, 2020

What Happens When Pilot Program Expires: A Closer Look at USDA’s Rule

North Carolina's supply chain is slated to end on October 20, 2020. Find out what will happen if NC's hemp industry has to follow new rules.

Jun 16, 2020

NC Ag Law Update (Dicamba, NC Farm Act & Smokeable Hemp Ban)

Andrew Branan analyzes recent headlines through the lens of agricultural law.

Jun 11, 2020

Coit: Action Needed for North Carolina’s Hemp Program

As we approach the October 31, 2020 deadline when all state pilot programs are set to expire, North Carolina (NC) faces a unique challenge in terms of how to proceed with its hemp program.

Feb 26, 2020

Hemp Prices For CBD Tank, But New Opportunities Are On The Horizon

Coit: “I think the laws might be uncertain for the next three years and will continue to evolve for the foreseeable future.”

Oct 8, 2019

NC State Goes All Out to Support Hemp Growers

ARE contributes to student education on hemp production and markets, conducts legal analysis of hemp regulation, and provides hemp-related extension services through its specialists and the Executive Farm Management program.

Sep 19, 2019

Rejesus Presents on Crop Insurance Coverage for Industrial Hemp in 2020

RMA-administered crop insurance for hemp will be available in 2020 through the Whole Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) policy.

Sep 11, 2019

Branan Presents on Industrial Hemp in Caldwell County

Andrew went to northeast North Carolina to provide information on various hemp-related topics.