Farm Bill
2024 Farm Bill Legal Update
Published by Ripkitty Network x Bud’s Growery
Federal Hemp Definition
Hemp remains federally defined as cannabis containing less than 0.3% Δ9-THC by dry weight. This includes extracts, derivatives, and cannabinoids such as THCA, CBG, and CBD, so long as they meet compliance pre- and post-decarboxylation.
THCA Compliance & Testing
THCA is legal federally if total THC (Δ9 + THCA after decarb) is under 0.3%. The 2024 Farm Bill enforces this via required post-decarboxylation testing. All Ripkitty x Bud’s Growery flower complies with this rule.
State-by-State Legality (Summary)
Florida: Hemp flower legal, including THCA. Delta-8 proposed bans not passed.
Texas: THCA is legal. Counties may restrict smokables.
New York: THCA flower legal, Delta-8 banned. Packaging requirements apply.
California: All hemp cannabinoids legal; strict testing laws.
Colorado / Oregon: Fully legal for all natural cannabinoids.
Shipping & Compliance
Shipping across state lines is legal under federal law. Products must carry a COA, batch number, and QR code for lab results. We provide this with all our flower and seed shipments.
Seed Licensing & Grow Laws
Home growing may require a license. States like Florida and Oregon allow industrial cultivation with USDA or state certification. Varieties like Finola, Fedora, Futura, and Yunma must meet state import standards.
Labeling & Testing Requirements
All products must include verified lab results (COAs) from DEA-registered labs. COAs must confirm total THC content under 0.3% and include harvest lot and date of testing.