Hemp Farming Program

Applications are now available on our website for the 2020 growing season. Click below for the relevant permit type.

Applications

• 2020 Hemp Processor Permit Information and Application
• 2020 Hemp Handler Permit Information and Application

Note: Hemp Farming Applications for 2020 are CLOSED.

We are currently processing hemp farming applications and cannot respond to queries about application status until after April 7, 2020.

Resources

• South Carolina Hemp Farming State Plan
• 2019 Permitted Hemp Farmers
• 2019 Permitted Hemp Processors
• Hemp Products in Human Food Quick Guide
• Hemp FAQ

 Hemp News Releases

• SC’s State Hemp Plan Receives Federal Approval
• Hemp Applications Available Feb. 1 for 2020 Season
• Hemp and CBD Still Banned from Commercial Animal Feed in SC
• SC Department of Agriculture Asks USDA to Adjust Hemp Rule to Help Farmers
• SCDA Sets Out Timeline for 2020 Hemp Permitting
• SC Department of Agriculture Reviewing USDA Hemp Rule
• 114 SC Hemp Farmers Approved for 2019 Growing Season
• Newly Signed Law Allows For Hemp Program Expansion
• SCDA Regulators To Notify Industry Regarding CBD and Hemp In Food and Feed Products In The Market Place
• 2019 Industrial Hemp Pilot Program Growers Selected
• SCDA Receives More than 160 Industrial Hemp Applications
• Department of Agriculture Selects Hemp Growers