Industrial Hemp FAQS

Oregon Cannabis - Industrial Hemp Frequently Asked Questions

Information courtesy of the Oregon Department of Agriculture:

Q1: Is there a limit on how much industrial hemp you can grow?

A: No. There are no minimum or maximums on the number of acres or plants. (Please see Q9 for homegrown options.)

Q2: What is the difference between a grower and a handler?

A: Growers can grow and harvest industrial hemp. Handlers can buy industrial hemp from growers to process into commodities or products.

Q3: What is the difference between hemp and marijuana? 

A: Both are cannabis. Industrial hemp is cannabis that contains no more than 0.3% THC.

Q4: How long does it take to process a registration?

A: Typically, the registration process takes between 2 to 4 weeks. Submit a complete and accurate application to speed up the process. Many people forget maps or provide incomplete information, which requires follow up before a registration can be issued. 

Q5: Can I just have an agricultural hemp seed producer registration?

A: No. You must have a grower or handler registration in addition to the agricultural hemp seed producer registration.

Q6: How long is a registration good for? 

A: All registrations are valid from Jan 1 - Dec 31 of the calendar year. It is illegal for you to grow or handle industrial hemp without a registration.

Q7: How much does a registration cost?

A: Grower $1,300. Handler $1,300. Seed $120 annually.

Q8: Can a grower or handler move industrial hemp across state lines?

A: ODA only administrates Oregon law. Check with you lawyer and any states you will pass through, as well as your destination state. 

Q9: Can I grow industrial hemp for personal use without a registration? 

A: You may grow up to 4 cannabis plants per household. This includes marijuana or industrial hemp, or any combination, as long as it is 4 or fewer plants total. You MUST be 21 years of age or older.