A Hemp Ban Would Shut Down 68 Percent of the US Industry, a Report Finds

A new economic analysis estimates that about 68 percent of US hemp-related businesses would fold entirely if the impending federal ban on hemp products takes effect as written on December 11. Industry groups say the rule sweeps in products that were legalized in the 2018 farm bill. Supporters of the ban cite intoxicating hemp derivatives sold without age limits.