Georgia is starting out 2024 by introducing proposed legislation that would prohibit anyone under the age of 21 from purchasing hemp products, bumping the age limit up from 18. Originally introduced as LC 55 0145, Senate Bill 350 aims to update regulation on its hemp industry. At the time of this writing, Senate Bill 350…
2024 is a new year and with it brings new resolutions. For many, that resolution is eating healthier. With the rise in the popularity of hemp, individuals have begun to incorporate hemp-based foods into their routines and diets. Hemp-based foods can come in a variety of options and offer many different benefits. But just like…
Picture this: you have just purchased a hemp product. You take it home, and while opening it, you find a QR code on the label. What is it for? What does it do? Is it even important? QR codes can be a useful tool when it comes to industry compliance. Reputable hemp brands will use…
As we become more eco-conscious, we begin looking for new ways to replace plastics that pollute our oceans and pack into landfills. Hemp has been earmarked as a promising alternative to plastics, mostly for its biodegradable capabilities, its quick growth cycle, and availability. But is it a viable alternative in the long run? New research…
The holidays are here and traveling to see family and friends can be an ordeal. There are a thousand things to think of when traveling for the holidays. Do you have enough pairs of socks for the trip? Did you remember to pack your toothbrush? What about your hemp products? Can you even take those…
Research surrounding hemp’s use in the medical field has opened up new and previously unexplored routes. This is shown in a newly published paper by researchers in India. The team built up of researchers from three different universities observed that hemp was being used as part of traditional herbal medicine and sought to explore how…
It is no secret that hemp can be used for a vast quantity of items. We can make everything from clothing and rope to alternative wellness products with this incredible little plant. But did you know that it can also be eaten as food? Hemp hearts have been found as a food source throughout history….
As conversations heat up around the updated Farm Bill, many are left wondering how this piece of new legislation will impact the hemp industry. Industry professionals agree that changes in regulation and clarification on existing regulations are needed to meet the changes the hemp market has faced in recent years. But what exactly is on…
When shopping for a hemp product, the term Certificate of Analysis (or COA for short) may appear. While this may just sound like another fancy marketing term, a COA is actually a valuable tool shoppers can use to pick a high quality hemp product that best fits their needs. In fact, COAs matter in a…
The world of hemp regulation is far from stagnant. As new innovations and information about the plant emerge, lawmakers adjust regulations in an attempt to keep up. However, there are some regulations the hemp industry pushes back on. For example, in early September 2023, a lawsuit against Virginia’s .3% total THC limit for hemp-derived products….