After the legalization of hemp with the 2018 Farm Bill, this cannabis variety with 0.3% THC became the next big thing for farmers in the United States. Rightfully so, as growing hemp offers plenty of benefits that have been recognized and used for thousands of years—George Washington cultivated hemp. If you are thinking of growing hemp, there are a few things you need to ... Continue Reading
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Is CBD Really Legal in the U.S.? A Comprehensive List of CBD Oil State Laws
Is CBD oil legal in all 50 states? The answer is yes. Thankfully, hemp-derived CBD is readily available and is 100% legal in all U.S. states. But before taking a closer look at the CBD oil laws of each state, let’s discuss the recent legalization of hemp in the U.S. On December 20, President Trump signed the 2018 Farm Bill that federally legalizes industrial hemp in the U.S. ... Continue Reading
Cannabis Legalization: 5 Industries That Will Feel the Most Impact
As the momentum of cannabis and hemp legalization continues, several industries must learn how to adapt. This post from Green Flower reveals the five most affected industries. In the words of cannabis icon Bob Dylan, “the times, they are a-changing.” Cannabis is now legal for adult-use in nine states and for medical use in 30 states. Congress is currently working ... Continue Reading
Industrial Hemp Finally Legal to Grow in The U.S.
U.S. Senate votes to legalize industrial hemp after decades-long ban under marijuana prohibition. This post from Forbes explains the passing of Farm Bill in more detail. The non-psychoactive cannabis cousin of marijuana would finally become legal to grow in the United States under a bill overwhelmingly approved by the Senate. The wide-ranging agriculture and food policy ... Continue Reading
American Hemp: From Favored to Forbidden
American hemp has a tumultuous history. Now it’s coming out of marijuana’s shadow. This post from The Cannabist outlines its path from a favored crop to a forbidden one! Hemp History Week: Activists, politicians and scientists are helping to rehabilitate hemp’s reputation, while touting its potential economic and environmental benefits Hemp is much more than marijuana’s ... Continue Reading