Hemp, also known as industrial hemp, is the plant species Cannabis staiva L that is bred to have a low concentration of delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive component of the cannabis plant. Cannabis plants and products must meet the acceptable THC level (at or less than 0.3% delta-9 THC) to be considered hemp. Hemp is not a "relative" of marijuana. Rather, the terms "hemp" and "marijuana" are legal definitions for the same genus and species of plants. The only difference between the two is the concentration of THC in the plant.
Many products can come from the hemp plant. Hemp seeds can be harvested from the plant, pressed into hemp seed oil, or ground into hemp seed protein powder. Fiber can be made from the hemp stalk, which can be used in materials like textiles, clothing, or insulation. Additionally, a variety of plant extracts can come from the flower of the hemp plant, including cannabinoids like cannabidiol (CBD) and a variety of terpenes (aromatic compounds).
Many products can come from the hemp plant. Hemp seeds can be harvested from the plant, pressed into hemp seed oil, or ground into hemp seed protein powder. Fiber can be made from the hemp stalk, which can be used in materials like textiles, clothing, or insulation. Additionally, a variety of plant extracts can come from the flower of the hemp plant, including cannabinoids like cannabidiol (CBD) and a variety of terpenes (aromatic compounds).
Yes, growing and transporting hemp is legal in Minnesota. However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has stated that adding certain hemp extracts to foods, including CBD, is prohibited. The 2018 Federal Farm Bill removed hemp from the Controlled Substances Act, separating it from marijuana. Hemp is now a recognized agricultural crop across the United States, which allows for the interstate transport of the seed, plants, and processed hemp products.
Yes, growing and transporting hemp is legal in Minnesota. However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has stated that adding certain hemp extracts to foods, including CBD, is prohibited. The 2018 Federal Farm Bill removed hemp from the Controlled Substances Act, separating it from marijuana. Hemp is now a recognized agricultural crop across the United States, which allows for the interstate transport of the seed, plants, and processed hemp products.
Delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, is a cannabinoid and the main psychoactive component of cannabis plants - the compound from the plant that causes a "high". Cannabis containing psychoactive levels of THC is commonly called marijuana. THC is a controlled substance and cannot exist in the plant or any hemp product above 0.3% on a dry weight basis in Minnesota. THC is illegal in Minnesota, except for approved medical use. Medical marijuana or medical cannabis is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). More information can be found on the MDH Medical Cannabis website.
Delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, is a cannabinoid and the main psychoactive component of cannabis plants - the compound from the plant that causes a "high". Cannabis containing psychoactive levels of THC is commonly called marijuana. THC is a controlled substance and cannot exist in the plant or any hemp product above 0.3% on a dry weight basis in Minnesota. THC is illegal in Minnesota, except for approved medical use. Medical marijuana or medical cannabis is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). More information can be found on the MDH Medical Cannabis website.
While there is no legal definition of "cannabinoid" in federal or state law, for the purposes of this document, cannabinoid refers to any of the phytocannabinoids produced by the hemp plant. "Phyto" means that the cannabinoid is naturally occurring in the plant (versus synthetic cannabinoids). Phytocannabinoids can be extracted from plant tissues and formulated into products if they meet the criteria specified in Minnesota Statute. Common cannabinoids include tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), cannabidiol (CBD), cannabigerol (CBG), and cannabinol (CBN); however, there are over 100 cannabinoids produced by the cannabis plant.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture Hemp Program licenses and regulates the processing of raw hemp material. The program does not regulate cannabis extracts, development and manufacturing of cannabis extracts, or the retail and marketing of cannabinoid products.
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management regulates the sale of hemp extracts and cannabinoid products for human consumption in Minnesota. This includes edible cannabinoid products which are intended to be eaten or consumed as a beverage by humans, contain a cannabinoid in combination with food ingredients, and are not drugs. More information can be found in the Hemp-Derived Edible Cannabinoid Products Guidance for Food Operators Factsheet, the Hemp-Derived Product Compliance Factsheet, and in Minnesota Statute Sale of Certain Cannabinoid Products.
While there is no legal definition of "cannabinoid" in federal or state law, for the purposes of this document, cannabinoid refers to any of the phytocannabinoids produced by the hemp plant. "Phyto" means that the cannabinoid is naturally occurring in the plant (versus synthetic cannabinoids). Phytocannabinoids can be extracted from plant tissues and formulated into products if they meet the criteria specified in Minnesota Statute. Common cannabinoids include tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), cannabidiol (CBD), cannabigerol (CBG), and cannabinol (CBN); however, there are over 100 cannabinoids produced by the cannabis plant.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture Hemp Program licenses and regulates the processing of raw hemp material. The program does not regulate cannabis extracts, development and manufacturing of cannabis extracts, or the retail and marketing of cannabinoid products.
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management regulates the sale of hemp extracts and cannabinoid products for human consumption in Minnesota. This includes edible cannabinoid products which are intended to be eaten or consumed as a beverage by humans, contain a cannabinoid in combination with food ingredients, and are not drugs. More information can be found in the Hemp-Derived Edible Cannabinoid Products Guidance for Food Operators Factsheet, the Hemp-Derived Product Compliance Factsheet, and in Minnesota Statute Sale of Certain Cannabinoid Products.
Over the past decade, there has been growing interest in the development of therapies and other consumer products derived from hemp extracts. Minnesota regulatory agencies are committed to protecting the health of the public while also taking steps to improve the efficiency of regulations for the lawful marketing of appropriate cannabis and cannabis-derived products.
Misleading and false claims associated with hemp extract products may lead consumers to put off getting important medical care, such as a proper diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care. For that reason, it is important to talk to your doctor about the best way to treat diseases or conditions with existing, approved treatment options.
Unlike drug products approved by the FDA, unapproved cannabis extracts have not been subject to FDA review, and there has been no evaluation regarding whether they are safe and effective to treat a particular disease, what the proper dosage is, how they could interact with other drugs or foods, or whether they have dangerous side effects or other safety concerns.
The FDA is working to answer questions about the science, safety, and quality of products containing cannabis and cannabis-derived compounds. More information can be found in their document "What You Need to Know (And What We're Working to Find Out) About Products Containing Cannabis or Cannabis-derived Compounds, Including CBD".
