11 May 2017

Two Florida universities get initial OK to grow hemp for research

The University of Florida and Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University would be allowed to grow and cultivate industrial hemp under a bill passed by the Florida Legislature. Once the governor signs Senate Bill 1726, the schools are authorized to enter a pilot project to research the commercial prospects for hemp in rural areas of the state, the Medical Marijuana Business Association of Florida (MMBAF) said in a news release. The schools would conduct the research under the guidance of the Department of Agricultural and Consumer Services. The research is intended to determine:
  • Agricultural opportunities for hemp cultivation
  • Best practices for growing,
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