Grow Hemp in Illinois
1) How do I apply for a Hemp Grower's License in Idaho?
The application to be a hemp grower is available on the Department's website. There is a $100 application fee and a license fee if your license is granted by the Department.
Industrial Hemp Applications and 2020 Renewals
2) What can be done with Hemp?
Hemp has thousands of potential uses ranging from building materials to food to cloth. Another derivative of Hemp is Cannabinol, also known as CBD. Some people believe that CBD can have therapeutic benefits for pain, anxiety, and inflammation.
3) Illinois Hemp Updates and Current Status?
USDA recently approved the Illinois Department of Agriculture's (IDOA) Hemp Plan. Following the plan approval, the next step is for IDOA to begin working on administrative rule changes, which will follow the process outlined by the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules and the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act.
Accordingly, IDOA will continue with current testing protocols for Delta-9 THC for all crops harvested in the 2020 season, and will not be implementing the testing of total THC (included THCa) that is included in the 2018 Farm Bill. IDOA will continue the random sampling program under existing rules.
4) How does hemp compare to other crops?
Hemp is a high-yield crop. One acre of hemp produces twice as much oil as 1 acre of peanuts, and nearly four times as much fiber pulp (for paper) as an acre of trees.