Hemp plastics have been an option for some time now too.
Unless we FORCE manufacturing to change.. why wouid it?
phys.org/news/2026-04...
Unless we FORCE manufacturing to change.. why wouid it?
phys.org/news/2026-04...
May 11, 2026 at 11:18 AM
Hemp plastics have been an option for some time now too.
Unless we FORCE manufacturing to change.. why wouid it?
phys.org/news/2026-04...
Unless we FORCE manufacturing to change.. why wouid it?
phys.org/news/2026-04...
The federal ban could eliminate the most profitable market for farmers who grow hemp. (via @kcur.org)
Hemp farming is booming again. A federal ban on hemp-derived THC products puts the crop in jeopardy
A federal ban on most hemp-derived THC products is expected to go into effect in November. It could eliminate the most profitable market for farmers who grow hemp.
n.pr
January 6, 2026 at 4:51 PM
The federal ban could eliminate the most profitable market for farmers who grow hemp. (via @kcur.org)
This is interesting.
Hemp-based thermoplastic offers a greener alternative to plastic packaging
As the global pollution crisis caused by manufacturing and disposing of single-use plastics continues to grow, researchers have developed a non-toxic plastic alternative derived from the hemp plant—a ...
phys.org
May 12, 2026 at 12:27 PM
This is interesting.
The provision, tucked into the spending bill that could end the US government shutdown, would ban intoxicating hemp-derived THC products, including gummies and drinks. www.wired.com/story/propos...
A Proposed Federal THC Ban Would ‘Wipe Out’ Hemp Products That Get People High
The provision, tucked into the spending bill that could end the US government shutdown, would ban intoxicating hemp-derived THC products, including gummies and drinks.
www.wired.com
November 12, 2025 at 9:20 PM
The provision, tucked into the spending bill that could end the US government shutdown, would ban intoxicating hemp-derived THC products, including gummies and drinks. www.wired.com/story/propos...
Nbd it's just that like 85% of Americans support legalizing weed and roughly the same number oppose the construction of new jails 2-3x bigger than our current jails everywhere but what we're getting is no legal weed AND no legal hemp AND new jails 2-3x bigger than our current ones everywhere
Legislation to ban hemp-derived THC moves to U.S. House floor
(The Center Square) – Although hemp legislation has stalled in the Illinois General Assembly, a move to prohibit intoxicating hemp-derived tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) products advanced in Congress this...
www.thecentersquare.com
June 25, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Nbd it's just that like 85% of Americans support legalizing weed and roughly the same number oppose the construction of new jails 2-3x bigger than our current jails everywhere but what we're getting is no legal weed AND no legal hemp AND new jails 2-3x bigger than our current ones everywhere
"The new limits “will eliminate 100 percent of the hemp products in our country,” Ron Paul said.
“Every (hemp) plant in the country will have to be destroyed.”"
“Every (hemp) plant in the country will have to be destroyed.”"
November 11, 2025 at 2:10 PM
"The new limits “will eliminate 100 percent of the hemp products in our country,” Ron Paul said.
“Every (hemp) plant in the country will have to be destroyed.”"
“Every (hemp) plant in the country will have to be destroyed.”"
Today, Texas banned delta-8, delta-10 and other hemp-derived THC products—recriminalizing products that were legal for years while low-dose delta-9 remains legal.
Where were Joe Rogan, Willie Nelson and the other famous advocates? Veterans and Texans living with chronic pain will pay the price.
Where were Joe Rogan, Willie Nelson and the other famous advocates? Veterans and Texans living with chronic pain will pay the price.
July 31, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Today, Texas banned delta-8, delta-10 and other hemp-derived THC products—recriminalizing products that were legal for years while low-dose delta-9 remains legal.
Where were Joe Rogan, Willie Nelson and the other famous advocates? Veterans and Texans living with chronic pain will pay the price.
Where were Joe Rogan, Willie Nelson and the other famous advocates? Veterans and Texans living with chronic pain will pay the price.
The provision, tucked into the spending bill that could end the US government shutdown, would ban intoxicating hemp-derived THC products, including gummies and drinks.
A Proposed Federal THC Ban Would ‘Wipe Out’ Hemp Products That Get People High
The provision, tucked into the spending bill that could end the US government shutdown, would ban intoxicating hemp-derived THC products, including gummies and drinks.
wrd.cm
November 15, 2025 at 5:45 PM
The provision, tucked into the spending bill that could end the US government shutdown, would ban intoxicating hemp-derived THC products, including gummies and drinks.
“Tennessee Republican lawmakers banned popular cannabinoid-derived hemp products starting in July… projections are on pace for a $110 million loss.”
Absurd and pointless. The “R” is for “Reverse”. (As they do the bidding of Big Alcohol)
www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/au...
Absurd and pointless. The “R” is for “Reverse”. (As they do the bidding of Big Alcohol)
www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/au...
August 24, 2026 at 12:17 PM
“Tennessee Republican lawmakers banned popular cannabinoid-derived hemp products starting in July… projections are on pace for a $110 million loss.”
Absurd and pointless. The “R” is for “Reverse”. (As they do the bidding of Big Alcohol)
www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/au...
Absurd and pointless. The “R” is for “Reverse”. (As they do the bidding of Big Alcohol)
www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/au...
This is deeply misleading. The agricultural section of the bill does NOT ban hemp-derived cannabinoid products that contain less than .3% THC total. www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/hemp/news/15...
November 11, 2025 at 5:53 AM
This is deeply misleading. The agricultural section of the bill does NOT ban hemp-derived cannabinoid products that contain less than .3% THC total. www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/hemp/news/15...
A study in the Journal of Cannabis Research found that 25% of the "hemp-derived" products they tested almost certainly were not derived from hemp: jcannabisresearch.biomedcentral.com/articles/10....
Potency and safety analysis of hemp delta-9 products: the hemp vs. cannabis demarcation problem - Journal of Cannabis Research
Background Hemp-derived delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (∆9 THC) products are freely available for sale across much of the USA, but the federal legislation allowing their sale places only minimal require...
jcannabisresearch.biomedcentral.com
November 11, 2025 at 5:53 AM
A study in the Journal of Cannabis Research found that 25% of the "hemp-derived" products they tested almost certainly were not derived from hemp: jcannabisresearch.biomedcentral.com/articles/10....
'...a stretchy, hemp-derived thermoplastic that can extend up to 1,600% of its size. The material has a high "glass transition temperature," a quality that allows plastics to stay dry and durable when they come into contact with boiling hot water.'
Hemp-based thermoplastic offers a greener alternative to plastic packaging
As the global pollution crisis caused by manufacturing and disposing of single-use plastics continues to grow, researchers have developed a non-toxic plastic alternative derived from the hemp plant—a ...
phys.org
May 3, 2026 at 5:15 AM
'...a stretchy, hemp-derived thermoplastic that can extend up to 1,600% of its size. The material has a high "glass transition temperature," a quality that allows plastics to stay dry and durable when they come into contact with boiling hot water.'
At least we didn’t do anything too extreme like ask for the end of the hostile military occupation of US cities and it got us so much, like the end of hemp derived THC products.
November 10, 2025 at 2:26 PM
At least we didn’t do anything too extreme like ask for the end of the hostile military occupation of US cities and it got us so much, like the end of hemp derived THC products.
edible arrangements’ parent company is getting into the cannabis edibles business
sometimes name is destiny...
mjbizdaily.com/edible-arran...
sometimes name is destiny...
mjbizdaily.com/edible-arran...
Edible Arrangements' parent enters hemp-derived THC market
Edible Brands is launching Edibles.com, an e-commerce marketplace that will offer hemp-derived THC products from national brands.
mjbizdaily.com
April 13, 2025 at 5:42 PM
edible arrangements’ parent company is getting into the cannabis edibles business
sometimes name is destiny...
mjbizdaily.com/edible-arran...
sometimes name is destiny...
mjbizdaily.com/edible-arran...
Never thought I'd say this but ... thanks, Rand Paul.
Senate Removes Hemp THC Ban From Agriculture Funding Bill Following Rand Paul's Objection
Senate leadership has officially removed language from a major agriculture spending bill that would have banned hemp-derived THC products nationwide, following intense opposition from Senator Rand Pau...
themarijuanaherald.com
July 29, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Never thought I'd say this but ... thanks, Rand Paul.
The GOP just hates successful direct to consumer businesses, first was the de minimus exception for shipping, now they kill hemp derived THC, what will they kill next
But like actually where did the political will to take the hemp industry out back and shoot it come from
November 11, 2025 at 1:36 AM
The GOP just hates successful direct to consumer businesses, first was the de minimus exception for shipping, now they kill hemp derived THC, what will they kill next
I see the words "hemp derived" on some of them, so I guess these owe their existence to the 2018 farm bill.
September 29, 2026 at 2:57 AM
I see the words "hemp derived" on some of them, so I guess these owe their existence to the 2018 farm bill.
A federal ban on hemp products would put Minnesota small businesses in jeopardy and threaten thousands of jobs across our state. I'm working on bipartisan legislation with Senator Paul to delay this misguided ban.
www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
Federal hemp ban leaves Minnesota THC sellers in limbo
Minnesota already regulates hemp edibles, but it's unclear what Congress’ new cannabis rules mean for the state. That’s creating uncertainty for businesses that sell other hemp-derived beverages and o...
www.mprnews.org
February 20, 2026 at 12:34 AM
A federal ban on hemp products would put Minnesota small businesses in jeopardy and threaten thousands of jobs across our state. I'm working on bipartisan legislation with Senator Paul to delay this misguided ban.
www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
Gov. Greg Abbott of Texas must decide this week whether to sign or veto a bill to ban hemp-derived intoxicants, part of a national debate over the fast-growing industry.
Texas Might Ban Hemp
Gov. Greg Abbott must decide this week whether to sign or veto a bill to ban hemp-derived intoxicants, part of a national debate over the fast-growing industry.
trib.al
June 19, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Gov. Greg Abbott of Texas must decide this week whether to sign or veto a bill to ban hemp-derived intoxicants, part of a national debate over the fast-growing industry.
Wolves eat hemp derived protein
September 7, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Wolves eat hemp derived protein
NEW: After seeing @smith.senate.gov post here on @bsky.app condemning the federal government's de facto ban on hemp-derived THC, I reached out to her press office for an interview. We spoke briefly by phone this morning. Here's how it went:
An inside look at Congress' hemp-derived THC death sentence
The Fingers Interview with Senator Tina Smith on how opponents "snuck" the ban into law, shady brands' "bullshit" products, and the industry's paths to redemption
www.fingers.email
November 20, 2025 at 9:42 PM
NEW: After seeing @smith.senate.gov post here on @bsky.app condemning the federal government's de facto ban on hemp-derived THC, I reached out to her press office for an interview. We spoke briefly by phone this morning. Here's how it went:
Folks are reveling in the joyful news that Texas lawmakers ended another special session without outlawing hemp-derived cannabis. For now.
thebarbedwire.com/2025/09/04/t...
thebarbedwire.com/2025/09/04/t...
‘Nanny Dan Lost, Y’all’: Texans Celebrate THC Ban’s (Third) Failure
Lawmakers ended another special session without outlawing hemp-derived cannabis, leaving shops open (for now).
thebarbedwire.com
September 4, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Folks are reveling in the joyful news that Texas lawmakers ended another special session without outlawing hemp-derived cannabis. For now.
thebarbedwire.com/2025/09/04/t...
thebarbedwire.com/2025/09/04/t...
Junior US Senator from Minnesota, the country's most robust market for hemp-derived THC drinks:
People should be allowed to have a THC seltzer if they want to
November 14, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Junior US Senator from Minnesota, the country's most robust market for hemp-derived THC drinks: