Understanding the 2018 farm bill
Elevated Botanicals is here to help you navigate the complexities of the 2018 Farm Bill and its impact on cannabis, especially hemp. Learn about key definitions, regulations, and how it all affects you.
Key definitions from the 2018 farm bill
The 2018 Farm Bill provides specific definitions crucial for understanding hemp regulation:
Hemp: The plant Cannabis sativa L. and any part of that plant, including the seeds thereof and all derivatives, extracts, cannabinoids, isomers, acids, salts, and salts of isomers, whether growing or not, with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration of not more than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis.
Indian tribe: The term “Indian tribe” has the meaning given the term in section 5304 of title 25.
Secretary: The term “Secretary” means the Secretary of Agriculture.
State: (A) a State; (B) the District of Columbia; (C) the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; and (D) any other territory or possession of the United States.
State department of agriculture: The term “State department of agriculture” means the agency, commission, or department of a State government responsible for agriculture in the State.
Tribal government: The term “Tribal government” means the governing body of an Indian tribe.
State and tribal plans
A State or Indian tribe desiring to have primary regulatory authority over the production of hemp in the State or territory of the Indian tribe shall submit to the Secretary, through the State department of agriculture... or the Tribal government, a plan under which the State or Indian tribe monitors and regulates that production.
Elevated Botanicals emphasizes the importance of understanding these regulations to ensure compliance and success in the hemp industry.
3 key takeaways about the 2018 farm bill
Environmental Benefits: Hemp is a highly sustainable and regenerative crop, improving soil health, offering rapid growth and high yield, and reducing the need for pesticides.
Regulatory Framework: The bill establishes a framework for states and tribes to regulate hemp production, ensuring compliance with federal guidelines.
Continued Oversight: The FDA retains authority over hemp and hemp-derived constituents, particularly concerning food, drugs, and cosmetics.
Elevated Botanicals advocates for sustainable practices and adherence to regulations for a thriving hemp industry.
Stay informed and compliant
Elevated Botanicals emphasizes the importance of staying within state and federal guidelines. Always look up your state and local guidelines to ensure full compliance.