Hemp Industry
Notice to Customers
On May 21, 2025, HB1376/SB1413 became law as Public Chapter 526. Following passage by the Tennessee General Assembly, hemp industry stakeholders have reached out to the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) seeking clarification of the bill as it relates to hemp producers (i.e. hemp growers).
The Department’s requirements for licensed hemp producers remain unchanged under the state hemp program, which complies with federal requirements. Hemp rules and regulations can be viewed at Hemp Rules and Regulations.
TDA is not otherwise able to comment on the content, interpretation, or potential application of Public Chapter 526. That responsibility is assigned to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC). Therefore, TABC is the appropriate agency to comment on the implementation of the new law.
Click here to submit a change to your hemp application.
For More Information:
Tennessee Department of Agriculture | Hemp Section | PO Box 40627, Nashville, TN 37204
615-837-5070 | industrial.hemp@tn.gov
Role: The Tennessee Department of Agriculture coordinates the rules and regulations of hemp production through Tennessee's hemp program.
Contact Information: Email industrial.hemp@tn.gov or call 615-837-5070
Relevant Questions:
- Do I need a movement permit?
- Can I add a growing area?
- Can you tell me the rules?
Role: UT Extension helps Tennesseans to improve their quality of life and solve problems through the application of research and evidenced-based knowledge about agriculture and natural resources.
Contact Information: Call or email your local extension office. Full list of county offices is available here.
Relevant Questions:
- How do I plant this crop?
- Do you have soil amendment suggestions?
- How much water should these plants get?
Role: The Farm Service Agency supports farms and farming communities with programs including disaster relief, conservation programs, commodity price guarantee programs, and loan programs.
Contact Information:
Website: Farm Service Agency
Contact: Contact the Farm Service Agency
Local Offices: Find the Farm Service Agency Office Near You
Main Address: 1400 Independence Ave., SW, STOP 0506, Washington, DC 20250-0506
Forms: Farm Service Agency Forms
Government branch: Executive Department Sub-Office/Agency/Bureau
Relevant Questions:
- How do I get a farm number?
- What is an Acreage Report and when is it due?
- Are there programs available for hemp?
Click here to submit a change to your hemp application.