USDA Revives Hemp Farming Data Collection for Public Review
Published Date: 5/14/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Agriculture is asking for public comments to bring back its hemp production info collection, which helps oversee hemp farming rules across the U.S. Farmers, states, and tribes involved in hemp growing will be affected. Comments are open until June 15, 2026, and the goal is to keep the process clear and easy without adding extra costs or hassle.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
USDA Reinstates Hemp Data Collection
USDA is seeking reinstatement of its information collection for the Domestic Hemp Production Program (OMB Control No. 0581-0318). The collection covers hemp producers, States and Tribal governments with approved plans, and laboratory personnel — it lists 21,781 respondents, reporting frequencies of on occasion, monthly, and annually, and total burden of 9,826 hours.
30-Day Public Comment Window
USDA invited public comments on the reinstatement and related paperwork burden; comments submitted by June 15, 2026 will be considered. This gives hemp producers, State and Tribal officials, and laboratory personnel a time-limited chance to suggest ways to reduce burden and improve clarity.
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