Pubdate: Fri, 30 Jan 2015
Source: Commercial Appeal (Memphis, TN)
Copyright: 2015 Associated Press
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Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/95

AG. DEPT. TAKING HEMP APPLICATIONS

(AP) - Tennessee's Department of Agriculture says it is accepting 
applications from those interested in growing industrial hemp. The 
department says it is developing a licensing and inspection program 
for the production of industrial hemp in Tennessee. Officials say 
industrial hemp is the same plant species of marijuana, but it has a 
significantly lower content of tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. It can 
be used in a variety of products, including fabric, textiles, fibers 
and foods. Those interested can download an application and 
memorandum of understanding at the department's website.
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