How the Hemp Program Works
Licensing & Production Coordinated between Office of Cannabis Management and Agriculture & Markets
The Department of Agriculture and Markets oversees hemp cultivation and hemp used exclusively for industrial or food purposes. Those interested in cultivating hemp may find more information on the Ag & Markets web page.
The New York State Office of Cannabis Management regulates hemp used or marketed for its cannabinoid content, such as cannabidiol commonly known as "CBD". Cannabinoid hemp products include many CBD products available for purchase today, including tinctures, oils, topicals, pills, capsules, and food or beverages that are intended for human consumption.
The Program requires anyone who is processing, manufacturing or selling cannabinoid hemp to first obtain a license from the Cannabinoid Hemp Program. The Office has approved regulations to implement the Program. The regulations establish standards for manufacturing, laboratory testing, and packaging and labeling to provide industry clarity and protect health and safety of New Yorkers. You can view the regulations here.
Resources
Permitted and Prohibited Product Forms Guidance for the OCM Cannabinoid Hemp Program
Persons processing cannabinoid hemp or hemp extract used for human consumption...
Learn more about the Industrial Hemp Agricultural Research Pilot Program.
Increase in reported adverse events involving delta-8 THC.
Cannabinoid Hemp Regulations Guidance for Licensees (Revised October 2024)
Notice to All Entities Selling Cannabinoid Hemp (CBD products) in New York State
Summary of the hemp program under the MRTA.
Part 114 - Cannabinoid Hemp Regulations Adopted
Licensees have until April 25, 2022 to come into compliance.
The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) has no-cost programs and services that can save your business time and money.
The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) has no-cost programs and services that can save your business time and money.