scottmichaelrubensJan 20, 20211 minUSDA Publishes Final RulesOn January 19, the USDA published the Final Rules for Establishment of a Domestic Hemp Production Program. The rules are scheduled to...
scottmichaelrubensDec 28, 20202 minPilot Programs Extended to 2022!On December 27, the federal Omnibus Spending Bill (Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021) was signed into law, providing an extension of...
scottmichaelrubensDec 11, 20201 min2021 OR Hemp Registration Applications Available!ODA has just posted 2021 registration applications on the ODA hemp website. An ODA registration is required to grow or handle hemp in the...
scottmichaelrubensOct 1, 20201 min2014 Farm Bill Pilot Program Authority EXTENDED!Early this morning the President signed into law a Continuing Resolution (CR), a short-term “stopgap” spending bill that extends current...
scottmichaelrubensAug 10, 20201 minOregon Hemp Program Rulemaking- Public Comment Period OpenThe Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) has announced the opening of a Public Comment Period for proposed rules to bring the Oregon...
scottmichaelrubensJun 15, 20201 minOregon Hemp Convention Digital SummitThe Oregon Hemp Convention Digital Summit June 17-19, 2020 is your chance to learn directly from industry leaders all from the comfort of...
scottmichaelrubensMay 19, 20201 minUPS Oregon Hemp Shippers Program ReleasedWe are excited to announce the roll out of the UPS Oregon Hemp Shippers Program! Due to the growing demand for hemp shipping options, UPS...
scottmichaelrubensMay 12, 20201 minJoin the Hemp for Our Future Campaign!Hemp For Our Future Hemp for our Future is a social responsibility campaign to support the donation of hemp-based materials, products,...
scottmichaelrubensMay 8, 20202 minEmergency Injury Disaster Loans for Agricultural Businesses Available NOWThis loan advance will provide up to $10,000 of economic relief to businesses that are currently experiencing temporary difficulties. New...
scottmichaelrubensMay 7, 20202 minAmerican Hemp Farming Expo 2020 – FREE Virtual EventEARTH Law, LLC founding principal, Courtney N. Moran, LL.M., was proud to present at The American Hemp Farming Expo 2020: The Business...
scottmichaelrubensMay 5, 20202 minHemp For Our FutureJoin the helpers of the world and affect positive change in our communities! Hemp For Our Future Please join EARTH Law, LLC, and other...
scottmichaelrubensApr 28, 20202 minAre You Prepared for 2020 Hemp Growing Season?Are you prepared for the 2020 hemp growing season? Many rules, laws and policies have been put in place since the last hemp production...
scottmichaelrubensMar 20, 20201 minPhone Consultations AvailableWe understand that COVID-19 has disrupted your everyday life and we want you to know that we are here to offer you support during this...
scottmichaelrubensMar 16, 20203 minEmployer Alert: Guidance for Employers on CoronavirusOregon Secretary of State Bev Clarno and Labor Commissioner Val Hoyle have made a joint statement of guidance for employers regarding...
scottmichaelrubensMar 11, 20202 min2014 vs. 2018 Farm Bill – A ComparisonThe United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has created a very helpful infographic for understanding the new 2018 Farm Bill hemp...
scottmichaelrubensFeb 28, 20202 minDisposal of Non-Compliant Hemp PlantsUSDA Enforcement Discretion Update: DEA Provides Options for Labs, Disposal of Non-Compliant Hemp Plants WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2020 — The...
scottmichaelrubensNov 8, 20191 minUSDA Interim Final Rule Update & Guidance DocumentsThe USDA released the US Domestic Hemp Production Program Interim Final Rule on October 31, 2019. You can read more about this...
scottmichaelrubensOct 30, 20192 minNew Guidance on Hemp Financial ServicesOn October 29, 2019 the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Financial Crimes...
scottmichaelrubensSep 2, 20191 minSenator Wyden Acknowledges Courtney N. Moran, LL.M. for Hemp LegalizationFederal legalization of hemp has been a long, hard road. Courtney N. Moran, LL.M. has worked on hemp legalization and education since the...
scottmichaelrubensAug 28, 20191 minUSDA Announces Hemp Crop Insurance Coverage Available for 2020From US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Announcement: Certain hemp growers will be able to obtain insurance coverage under the...