Senator Steve Oroho, Assemblyman Parker Space and Assemblyman Hal Wirths (All R-Sussex, Warren, Morris) commended the State and particularly Agriculture Secretary Doug Fisher for quick work on the rules allowing the production of hemp and hemp products in the new year.
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture released its rules this week after getting a green light from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
“This is good news for farmers, businesses and consumers in New Jersey,” said Oroho. “Hemp is a versatile and profitable cash crop that can bring new revenue to cash-strapped farmers. I am pleased the State has taken the necessary steps to make this opportunity a reality in 2020.”
According to the agriculture department, applications for the 2020 New Jersey Hemp Program are expected to be available on their website within the next week.