Hemp Industry

Notice to Customers

Important Information from the Department of Revenue  23-12: Taxability of Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids (tn.gov)

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Hemp Producer, Propagator, Broker Application
A license must be obtained in order to grow hemp in Tennessee.
ALL LICENSES APPLIED FOR NOW WILL EXPIRE 6/30/2024

Click here to submit a hemp application.
NOTE* Click here to submit a change to your hemp application

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The Tennessee Department of Agriculture is making it easier for customers to interact with the Division of Consumer and Industry Services.

Invoices, licenses, and permits have a new look in 2023. Streamlining the documents makes them simpler to interpret and understand.

A new, secure online portal is easing access to invoice, license, and permit information. Business owners can see the status of a license or registration, when payment is due, and the balance owed. Additionally, payments can be made online with a credit card or eCheck, eliminating the need to send payments through the mail. 

The following programs transitioned to the new Trace First portal May 1:

·       Ag Inputs (Feed, Seed, Fertilizer, Lime)

·       Hemp

·       Plant Certification

·       Weights and Measures

As always, we appreciate your partnership in serving the citizens of Tennessee. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Consumer and Industry Services Division at (615) 837-5150.

USDA approves Tennessee's Hemp Plan

https://www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/hemp/state-and-tribal-plan-review

Locate a Regional Hemp Inspector

Harvesting Hemp in Tennessee

This is an exciting time for hemp production in Tennessee. In an effort to streamline the regulatory process for farmers, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture offers the following guidelines:

Do I need a movement permit?

You must have a movement permit before transporting rooted hemp plants and/or transporting harvested hemp to a processor for commercial purposes. Although it’s not required in all instances, we strongly encourage you to have a permit before moving any hemp plants or plant material. It takes only a few minutes to apply for a movement permit online here.

Do I need to carry my hemp growing license?

Although it’s not required, we strongly encourage you to carry your hemp growing license when transporting any hemp plants or plant material.

Questions for Us?

Email industrial.hemp@tn.gov or call 615-837-5137.