House Draft Farm Bill Narrows Hemp Definition While Industry Juggles States' THC Levels

Ag committee members in 23 May markup likely to broach topic of delta-9 THC limit for hemp. Since hemp was de-scheduled in 2018, cannabinoids other than delta-9 but with psychoactive effects have become leading sales drivers. “Most states now have legal marijuana programs, they just don't know it,” says cannabis industry attorney.

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The House Agriculture Committee’s discussion draft for reauthorizing the farm bill proposes adding language to more narrowly define hemp as a lawful substance but is mute about resolving the hemp conundrum vexing federal and state agencies as well as businesses.

During a markup hearing on the legislation on 23 May, committee members likely will broach the topic of the limit...

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