UK Relaxes Hemp Rules, Skips Raising THC Limits Or Cutting Licensing Fees
The UK government announced changes to ease restrictions on hemp farming, but it did not make it clear if it plans to raise the THC limit for industrial hemp from 0.2% to 0.3%, writes Hemp Today.
Under the new rules, starting in the 2025 growing season, licensed growers will be allowed to plant hemp anywhere on a licensed farm. Previously, they had to indicate the exact spot where they were growing hemp plants. The maximum period for a license will be extended from three to six years and license applicants will be allowed to postpone the start date by up to one year. These changes will probably start ahead of the 2026 growing season.
Previously, the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD) proposed raising the THC limit to 0.3%, aligning with international standards and expanding seed options for farmers. However, the government has not indicated plans to implement this change or reduce the high licensing fees, which currently stand at £4,700 …