No processor may acquire or process raw hemp grown within Minnesota without acquiring a Fit for Commerce certificate issued by the MDA to the grower, specific to the lot being purchased. A processor using hemp which was obtained from outside of Minnesota must maintain a bill of lading, certificate of analysis, and other proper documentation demonstrating that the hemp was from a source approved through another state, tribal, or federal program. The licensee must retain such records for 3 years and produce them upon request of the MDA or law enforcement.
Processors may be inspected by the MDA. An inspection may include an audit of the licensee's records and data, such as those pertaining to the acquisition, production, handling, selling, and disposal of all plants subject to this chapter. Records must be maintained by the licensee for 3 years.
Processors shall not offer for sale any hemp products exceeding the 0.3% Total THC threshold.
All individuals or businesses that wish to process or test raw hemp must obtain an MDA Hemp Program license. A hemp processor means a person or business that converts raw hemp into a product for commercial purposes. Processing means rendering hemp plants or plant parts from the natural or original state after harvest by refinement, such as, but not limited to, decortication, devitalization, extraction, crushing, or packaging. Typical farm operations such as sorting, grading, baling, drying, and harvesting are not considered processing under this definition.
No processor may acquire or process raw hemp grown within Minnesota without acquiring a Fit for Commerce certificate issued by the MDA to the grower, specific to the lot being purchased. A processor using hemp which was obtained from outside of Minnesota must maintain a bill of lading, certificate of analysis, and other proper documentation demonstrating that the hemp was from a source approved through another state, tribal, or federal program. The licensee must retain such records for 3 years and produce them upon request of the MDA or law enforcement.
Processors may be inspected by the MDA. An inspection may include an audit of the licensee's records and data, such as those pertaining to the acquisition, production, handling, selling, and disposal of all plants subject to this chapter. Records must be maintained by the licensee for 3 years.
Processors shall not offer for sale any hemp products exceeding the 0.3% Total THC threshold.
Seeding too early can cause seedling mortality due to cold soils and pathogens. Ideal seeding dates for hemp production in Minnesota are between mid-May and mid-June. Soil temperatures should be at least 45- 50 degrees Fahrenheit. When growing for CBD production, many growers will transplant seedlings or clones into the field.
Seeding too early can cause seedling mortality due to cold soils and pathogens. Ideal seeding dates for hemp production in Minnesota are between mid-May and mid-June. Soil temperatures should be at least 45- 50 degrees Fahrenheit. When growing for CBD production, many growers will transplant seedlings or clones into the field.
General seeding recommendations is between 20- 40 lbs per acre for grain production, and 40- 60 lbs per acre for fiber production. The populations of grain- and fiber-type hemp varieties will have a mixture of roughly 50/50 males and females. A lot of factors go into determining the optimal seeding rate for your field, including the variety, seed purity and germination, local conditions, etc. Most conventional drills and seeders will work for hemp. Use lower air volumes to avoid seed cracking. Seed shallowly (0.5”-1” maximum) into a firm seedbed. Avoid soil compaction and do not seed before a large rain event.
For CBD production, the plants are spaced much less densely, generally 1000- 2000 plants per acre. The plants are widely spaced to encourage branching and maximum flower development. CBD is produced in the female flowers. Only females are grown and male plants are removed to prevent pollination. If the female flowers are pollinated then the plant will put its energy towards seed production, and not cannabinoid production.
General seeding recommendations is between 20- 40 lbs per acre for grain production, and 40- 60 lbs per acre for fiber production. The populations of grain- and fiber-type hemp varieties will have a mixture of roughly 50/50 males and females. A lot of factors go into determining the optimal seeding rate for your field, including the variety, seed purity and germination, local conditions, etc. Most conventional drills and seeders will work for hemp. Use lower air volumes to avoid seed cracking. Seed shallowly (0.5”-1” maximum) into a firm seedbed. Avoid soil compaction and do not seed before a large rain event.
For CBD production, the plants are spaced much less densely, generally 1000- 2000 plants per acre. The plants are widely spaced to encourage branching and maximum flower development. CBD is produced in the female flowers. Only females are grown and male plants are removed to prevent pollination. If the female flowers are pollinated then the plant will put its energy towards seed production, and not cannabinoid production.
Yes, you can grow certified organic hemp on organic land just as you would any other crop. The National Organic Program (NOP) does allow organic certification of hemp grain and fiber. They have indicated they may not certify cannabinoid extracts produced from hemp, but each local certifier may handle this matter differently. Please visit the MDA's Organic Agriculture website, the USDA/NOP website or contact a USDA Accredited Organic Certifier for more information.
Yes, you can grow certified organic hemp on organic land just as you would any other crop. The National Organic Program (NOP) does allow organic certification of hemp grain and fiber. They have indicated they may not certify cannabinoid extracts produced from hemp, but each local certifier may handle this matter differently. Please visit the MDA's Organic Agriculture website, the USDA/NOP website or contact a USDA Accredited Organic Certifier for more information.
Yes, hemp has similar nutrient needs as canola and especially requires added nitrogen. Fertilize like rapeseed (Canola- Brassica napus) with 15% additional nitrogen. Conventional NPKS (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and sulfur) fertilization is recommended at the same levels required to grow rapeseed. Apply additional K and S wherever soils are deficient in these elements.
Yes, hemp has similar nutrient needs as canola and especially requires added nitrogen. Fertilize like rapeseed (Canola- Brassica napus) with 15% additional nitrogen. Conventional NPKS (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and sulfur) fertilization is recommended at the same levels required to grow rapeseed. Apply additional K and S wherever soils are deficient in these elements.
