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ARTICLE · 16 SEPTEMBER 2020

USDA Seeks Additional Comments On A Dozen Outstanding Issues Related To Hemp Interim Final Rule

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has officially requested additional comments on its Hemp Interim Final Rule (IFR).

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  • The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has officially requested additional comments on its Hemp Interim Final Rule (IFR).
  • It seems evident that congressional and stakeholder pressure swayed USDA to reopen its comment period. In particular, USDA is seeking comments on 12 subjects, almost all related to the sampling, testing and disposal of hemp.
  • USDA's request for additional comments follows ongoing industry feedback concerning a list of IFR requirements that the hemp industry widely believes inhibit its successful growth and operation. The renewed comment period — only the second opportunity for the industry formally to weigh in — is open until Oct. 8, 2020.

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