ODA Hemp Grower License Applications DUE May 31 If you plan to grow or research hemp in Oregon during this 2026 production session, submit your license application, required documentation, and fees today to avoid unnecessary late fees, delays in licensure, and violation enforcement actions. Whether you're a new applicant or a current licensee renewing your license, please take the time to conduct a thorough and careful review of your application and the new requirements for 2

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will hold a hearing with respect to the proposed rescheduling of marijuana into Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act beginning June 29, 2026

Rescheduling of Food and Drug Administration Approved Products Containing Marijuana and Products Containing Marijuana Subject to a Qualifying State-issued License From Schedule I to Schedule III; Corresponding Change to Permit Requirements

President Trump reschedules Marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III through Executive Order

A new federal THC limit tucked into a funding bill could eliminate up to 99% of the hemp industry. Critics warn that it threatens farmers, CBD products, and hemp innovation nationwide. Courtney Moran says it’s not “game over” — but a wake-up call. A recently enacted federal provision — included in the funding bill reponening the federal government— is generating significant concern among Oregon and national hemp stakeholders. The new law caps hemp-derived products at no more

Federal Hemp Policy Change As Government Shutdown Ends

ODA Draft Hemp Rules Now Available for Review

In mid-September, bipartisan letters were sent to House and Senate leadership opposing provisions in FY26 Agriculture-FDA Appropriations...

OLCC Alert: Hemp Product Registry Bulletin

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will host a webinar on Dec. 11 at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT to share information on financial and...