Use Of Hemp In Production Of Pharmaceuticals

Hemp cultivation in Türkiye came to the forefront with the "Symposium on Local Governments in the Presidential Government System" held on 9 January 2019, followed by the preparation of the "Report and Action Plan on Industrial Hemp Cultivation in Türkiye". The hemp cultivation reached a significant stage with the publication of the Law on Amendments to the Forestry Law and Certain Laws on 5 April 2025. This law encourages the production of fibre, seeds, and stems, with the permission of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.

As of 2024, Türkiye has undergone a significant regulatory change in the field of hemp cultivation and the production of pharmaceutical active ingredients. The Regulation on Hemp Cultivation and Control for the Purpose of Pharmaceutical Active Ingredient Production, published on 13 September 2024, not only regulates hemp cultivation but also encompasses the oversight of every stage of the production process. This regulation introduces