Industrial Hemp In Louisiana
Did you hear that hemp has been legalized in Louisiana? Word of hemp’s legalization is on the lips of Louisiana business people, farmers, entrepreneurs, and investors. Thanks to the Louisiana legislature’s authorization of the industrial hemp industry, hemp will likely be grown and sold in Louisiana as early as 2020.
Keep in mind that hemp is new and highly regulated. If you are looking to learn more about Louisiana’s new industrial hemp law, or are looking to enter into the hemp industry, you have come to the right place. Here you can find a growing list of resources and helpful information about the new industry as well as insight into the legal and regulatory requirements placed on growers, processors, and retailers.
If you are looking to enter Louisiana’s hemp industry, call Paul J. Breaux at 337/266-2270 for legal advice and counseling on business formation, state licensing, and navigating the complex state law and regulations.
Current Legal Status of Hemp: February, 19 2020
The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF) finalized its hemp rules and regulations this week, and it published them in the Louisiana Register on February 19, 2020. License applications are expected to be processed quickly with licenses being approved as early as February 20, 2020.
With the regulations now in place, the Industrial Hemp industry is fully operational. Licensed growers can begin purchasing seed/seedlings for their 2020 crop, and growers and businesses who patiently waited at the starting line can get the jump on the competition.
LDAF Press Release regarding finalized regulations
Also, as of February 26, 2020, you can find listings of all of the currently issued industrial hemp grower, seed producer, contract carrier, and processor licenses at the LDAF website.
News Alert: December 27, 2019
USDA approves Louisiana’s state plan for industrial hemp. LDAF is now accepting license applications for Growers, Processors, Seed Producers, and Contract Carriers. Applications available at LDAF’s website. While applications are being accepted, it is expected that they will not be fully processed until late February 2020.
News Alert: December 4, 2019
Federal agencies clarify requirements for providing financial services to hemp-related businesses.
Joint Press Release from Federal Agencies | December 3, 2019
Big news for hemp entrepreneurs who have, up until now, been met with resistance from financial institutions. Will have more on this subject later.
Hemp Licensing and Permits
Any person looking to grow, process, transport, or retail hemp and hemp derived CBD products in Louisiana must obtain an annually approved state license from the appropriate state agency before undertaking hemp activities. LDAF is currently accepting applications as of January 2020, and will be issuing those licenses beginning on February 20, 2020.
[NOTE: Retailers in Louisiana can currently sell hemp derived cannabidiol (CBD) products supplied from out of state as long as they obtain a temporary license from Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control.]
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