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UPS Oregon Hemp Shippers Program Released
We are excited to announce the roll out of the UPS Oregon Hemp Shippers Program! Due to the growing demand for hemp shipping options, UPS...
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May 18, 20201 min read
Join 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,...
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May 11, 20201 min read
Emergency Injury Disaster Loans for Agricultural Businesses Available NOW
This loan advance will provide up to $10,000 of economic relief to businesses that are currently experiencing temporary difficulties. New...
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May 8, 20202 min read
American Hemp Farming Expo 2020 – FREE Virtual Event
EARTH Law, LLC founding principal, Courtney N. Moran, LL.M., was proud to present at The American Hemp Farming Expo 2020: The Business...
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May 7, 20202 min read
Hemp For Our Future
Join the helpers of the world and affect positive change in our communities! Hemp For Our Future Please join EARTH Law, LLC, and other...
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May 5, 20202 min read
Are 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...
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Apr 27, 20202 min read
Phone Consultations Available
We 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...
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Mar 20, 20201 min read


Employer Alert: Guidance for Employers on Coronavirus
Oregon Secretary of State Bev Clarno and Labor Commissioner Val Hoyle have made a joint statement of guidance for employers regarding...
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Mar 16, 20203 min read
2014 vs. 2018 Farm Bill – A Comparison
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has created a very helpful infographic for understanding the new 2018 Farm Bill hemp...
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Mar 11, 20202 min read
Disposal of Non-Compliant Hemp Plants
USDA Enforcement Discretion Update: DEA Provides Options for Labs, Disposal of Non-Compliant Hemp Plants WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2020 — The...
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Feb 28, 20202 min read
USDA Interim Final Rule Update & Guidance Documents
The USDA released the US Domestic Hemp Production Program Interim Final Rule on October 31, 2019. You can read more about this...
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Nov 8, 20191 min read
New Guidance on Hemp Financial Services
On October 29, 2019 the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Financial Crimes...
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Oct 30, 20192 min read
Senator Wyden Acknowledges Courtney N. Moran, LL.M. for Hemp Legalization
Federal legalization of hemp has been a long, hard road. Courtney N. Moran, LL.M. has worked on hemp legalization and education since the...
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Sep 2, 20191 min read
USDA Announces Hemp Crop Insurance Coverage Available for 2020
From US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Announcement: Certain hemp growers will be able to obtain insurance coverage under the...
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Aug 28, 20191 min read
FDA Extends Public Comment Period on CBD
On April 3, 2019, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration opened a public comment period to discuss agricultural hemp and CBD. The purpose...
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Jul 2, 20192 min read
USPS New Mailability Policy on Cannabis & Hemp-Related Products
Effective June 6, 2019 USPS Publication 52 Revision: New Mailability Policy for Cannabis and Hemp-Related Products Mailing Hemp & CBD via...
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Jun 15, 20192 min read
USDA Office of General Counsel Opinion on New Hemp Authorities
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) of the USDA has issued a legal opinion to address questions regarding several of the hemp-related...
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May 30, 20192 min read
Hemp History Week 2019
HEMPSTORY VI – An official Hemp History Week Event SAVE THE DATE! Sunday, June 2 Cornelius Orchard and Farm 3375 SW 53rd St Corvallis, OR...
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May 18, 20191 min read
USPS Acceptance Guidelines – Sending CBD Products in the Mail
The United States Postal System has provided acceptance criteria for mailing CBD products in the mail. These guidelines come after the...
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Mar 28, 20192 min read
USDA Farm Bill Webinar on Hemp Production: March 13, 2019
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the specifics regarding the USDA Farm Bill Listening Session Webinar on hemp...
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Mar 11, 20191 min read
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