France wants to relax requirements for hemp

In France, too, there are signs that the requirements for the cultivation of hemp could be relaxed. A committee of the National Assembly dealing with the legal framework and possible uses has spoken out in favor of clearing the way for broader economic use. In particular, the non-psychoactive ingredient cannabidiol (CBD) should be used. The committee presented an interim report last week and strongly recommends that all parts of the hemp plant, including the flower, be cleared for cultivation and export as well as industrial and commercial purposes. Currently, only fibers and seeds may be marketed if the content of the psychoactive agent tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is below 0.2%. Any products must be THC free; Here, too, the committee wants to start and see the basic limit value of 0% replaced by specific threshold values, especially for products with CBD. For the plants, requirements between 0.6% and 1% THC content should apply. The committee also wants to see variety approval ...