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The Kentucky Hemp Association (KYHA) is a unified, statewide hemp organization that focuses on inclusion and the betterment of all stakeholders within Kentucky’s hemp industry. We advocate for business opportunities that will kickstart and sustain Kentucky’s hemp industry and facilitate educational and networking opportunities to create valuable, long-term connections.

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Kentucky hemp producers brace for ban although some remain unaffected by new law

11/14/25

The bill to reopen the government contains language that redefines legal hemp to exclude many previously permissible hemp-derived products, particularly those with psychoactive cannabinoids or more than 0.3% total THC by dry weight.

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'We're in trouble.' | Kentucky hemp leaders rally to overturn federal hemp ban

11/14/25

Some leaders in Kentucky's hemp industry are rallying against a federal ban that will remove most hemp, CBD and THC products from store shelves nationwide.

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Kentucky Hemp Association Urges Congress to Support American Hemp Farmers

6/19/25

The Kentucky Hemp Association stands against proposed language in the FY2026 Appropriations Bill that would recriminalize hemp, threaten farmers’ livelihoods, and unravel over a decade of rebuilding Kentucky’s hemp supply chain. Learn why thoughtful regulation matters.

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Cannabis Infused Beverages- Frequently Asked Questions

6/1/25

As of June 1, 2025, CIB products may only be sold at licensed quota retail package stores, by the package, for off premise consumption. To obtain a quota retail package alcohol license apply via the ABC online licensing portal at: https://abcportal.ky.gov/BelleExternal/

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KYHA Board and Members Defend Delta 8

4/5/22

KYHA Board members and a variety of member volunteers from around the state fought hard in Frankfort during the 2022 session of the General Assembly. Their efforts were to regulate Delta 8 using common sense standards like 21+ sales rather than an outright ban.

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Kentucky Hemp Happenings

‘We’re in trouble.’ | Kentucky hemp leaders rally to overturn federal hemp ban

Kentucky farmers and small businesses are working to draft legislation before the hemp ban takes effect next year.

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Kentucky hemp producers brace for ban although some remain unaffected by new law

The bill to reopen the government contains language that redefines legal hemp to exclude many previously permissible hemp-derived products, particularly those with psychoactive cannabinoids or more than 0.3% total THC by dry weight.

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KYHA Fights Back Against Delta-8 THC Raids

The KYHA and numerous individual members have retained legal counsel to fight back against the unlawful Delta 8 raids of hemp retail stores in Kentucky.

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