Hemp
Colorado Hemp Program
What is Hemp?
Hemp means the plant species Cannabis sativa L. and any part of the plant, whether growing or not, containing a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration of no more than three-tenths of one percent (0.3%) on a dry weight basis.
Under State and Federal law, the CDA tests for total THC through the process of post-decarboxylation.
The Colorado Department of Agriculture's Hemp Program regulates only the cultivation of hemp. The Department also administers a certified seed program.
The Hemp Program does not have jurisdiction over the processing, sale or distribution of hemp.
Application Fees are Non-Refundable
Contact Us
Hemp Program Email: hemp@state.co.us
Brian Koontz - Hemp Program Manager
Phone: 303-869-9082
Contact for: Policy, Laws & Regulations. Inspections and Sampling, Planting & Harvest Reporting, Compliance Questions
Jessica Quinn - Registration and Records Coordinator
Phone: 303-869-9055
Contact for: (Pre-Planting Inquiries) Registrations, Applications, Records Requests, HEMP Online Portal (HOP) Assistance