Kentucky Hemp Program Online Licensing Portal Open For Applications
The application period for the 2021 Kentucky Hemp Program is now open. Hemp growers have until March 15, 2021 to apply online.
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May 1, 20203 min read
Support Kentucky Hemp During Covid-19
Check out this list of Kentucky hemp companies still operating according under the CDC guidelines, offering a variety of products/services.
Mar 31, 20201 min read
Kentucky Releases Draft Hemp Regulations and Encourages Public Comment
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) has released new draft regulations updating the state hemp program.
Mar 31, 20208 min read
Staying #HealthyAtHome With Hemp During COVID-19
Here are some tips on how to stay "healthy at home" with hemp during the COVID-19 crisis.
Jan 21, 20202 min read
Kentucky Hemp Program To Continue Operating Under 2014 Farm Bill
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture has announced that it will continue operating under the 2014 Farm Bill for one more year.
Jan 17, 20208 min read
Trending Hemp Topics and Takeaways From Capitol Hill
Last week, we traveled to Washington D.C. for meetings with Kentucky Congressional delegates to discuss the latest buzz on hemp.
Dec 3, 20192 min read
Federal Banking Agencies Issue Guidance for Providing Financial Services to Hemp-Related Businesses
Four federal financial regulatory agencies have issued a guidence clarifying the legal status of hemp and the relevant requirements for bank
Nov 21, 20192 min read
Kentucky Department of Agriculture To Host Hemp Summit
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture will host a Kentucky Hemp Summit at the Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center in Louisville on December
Nov 21, 20192 min read
Kentucky Bridge Repaired with Hemp Wrap
For the first time in modern history, hemp is being used to repair deteriorating bridges.
Nov 20, 20191 min read
Hemp Panel Discusses Economic Impact of Hemp in Kentucky on KET Kentucky Tonight Segment
Hemp was the topic of Monday night's KET Kentucky Tonight segment with Renee Shaw. Kentucky Hempsters' co-founder Alyssa Erickson...
Nov 16, 20192 min read
Kentucky Department of Agriculture Now Accepting 2020 Hemp Program Applications
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture has released the 2020 Hemp Program Application. Grower applications are due by March 15, 2020.
Oct 29, 20192 min read
USDA Releases Interim Rules For Hemp Production
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its interim final rule establishing the regulations for hemp production.
Jul 16, 20193 min read
Farmington Hemp Dinner Honors Descendants of the Enslaved
On Thursday, July 13th the Kentucky Hemp Heritage Alliance hosted a hemp dinner fundraiser at Farmington Historic Plantation in Louisville.
Jul 4, 20192 min read
McConnell and Quarles Lead USDA Secretary On Kentucky Hemp Tour
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) joined Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles in hosting a tour of Kentucky hemp.
Jun 29, 20192 min read
A Tribute to Kentucky Hemp Pioneer Dr. David Williams
On Thursday, June 27th the Kentucky hemp industry lost a true visionary and pioneer, Dr. David Williams. Dr. Williams.
Jun 12, 20191 min read
Kentucky Historic Sites On Hemp Trail Host "Discover The Hemplands" Event Series
The Heritage Hemp Trail and affiliates hosted a "Discover The Hemplands" event series from June 4th through June 9th, 2019.
May 10, 20191 min read
Patagonia Releases Hemp Documentary featuring Kentucky Hempsters Co-Founder
Patagonia has released a short documentary about hemp and its misconceptions featuring Kentucky Hempsters co-founder Alyssa Erickson.
Apr 9, 20194 min read
USDA Visits Kentucky To Discuss Guidelines For Hemp Production
On Monday, April 8th, Senator Mitch McConnell and Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles hosted a hemp forum in Louisville.
Mar 18, 20192 min read
Commissioner Quarles touts economic impact of hemp in Kentucky
Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Ryan Quarles spoke at the E.S. Good Barn on the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington on...
Feb 15, 20192 min read
Senators urge USDA to expedite implementation of Hemp Farming Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) are encouraging the United States...
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