(Des Moines) The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship encourages Iowans to apply for or renew their hemp licenses for the 2022 growing season. Applications are available online through the hemp licensing portal. The deadline to apply for the outdoor growing season is April 15.
Hemp is not legal as animal feed. The commercial hemp production program does not license cannabidiol (CBD) products for human consumption, extraction, or processing in Iowa. Individuals who are interested in growing hemp must obtain an annual license. The Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals regulates Consumable Hemp Products. Additional information for retailers and processors is available at dia.iowa.gov.
Growers are advised to do their research and confirm there is a viable, profitable market for commercial hemp production before they invest in seed and equipment.
For more information about the state’s hemp program, see https://iowaagriculture.gov/hemp or contact the program administrator Robin Pruisner at Robin.Pruisner@Iowaagriculture.gov.
