An expected end-of-year federal ban puts hemp businesses in jeopardy

Source: NPR Business | Published: February 18, 2026, 9:46 pm | Read Original

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A federal ban on most hemp-derived THC products is expected to go into effect towards the end of 2026. That could put the kibosh on the most profitable market for hemp farmers.

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An expected end-of-year federal ban puts hemp businesses in jeopardy

A federal ban on most hemp-derived THC products is expected to go into effect towards the end of 2026. That could put the kibosh on the most profitable market for hemp farmers.

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