Policy Statement Massachusetts Industrial Hemp Program Policy

Date:	04/30/2018
Referenced Sources:	M.G.L. c. 128 Agriculture Sections 116-123 Industrial Hemp Program

Hemp Program Policy for Producers (Growers)

The 2018 Commercial Industrial Hemp Program Policy is currently applicable to all Hemp Growers (Producers) in Massachusetts. This policy supplements the United States Department of Agriculture Interim Rule for the Establishment of a U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program, and the State Plan approved May 18, 2020.

Hemp Program Policy for Processors

The Hemp Program Policy for MA Hemp Processors was updated on October 4, 2021. All individuals and/or companies participating in the processing of Hemp in the Commonwealth must comply with these updated requirements in order to be deemed in compliance with Massachusetts law. Please see the 2021 MA Hemp Processor Policy for more information.