Kentucky
Cannabis Law Guide & THCA Vendor SOP
Hemp Law
DEAD FOR RETAIL FLOWER: 302 KAR 50:070 bans retail sale of hemp flower to consumers. Kentucky was a hemp pioneer but adopted restrictive retail rules. Wholesale/manufacturing still legal.
Important Note
KILLED for D2C flower: 302 KAR 50:070 retail flower ban. Wholesale and manufacturing still permitted. Mitch McConnell championed the 2018 Farm Bill.
Marijuana / Cannabis Law
SB 47 (2023) legalized medical cannabis. Program expected operational by January 2025.
Possession Limit
Medical: to be determined by regulation
Governor Beshear signed medical cannabis after years of executive pardons. Program delayed but launching.
THCA Vendor SOP — Kentucky
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Obtain KDA hemp handler license
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Lab test: delta-9 THC < 0.3% on dry weight
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Kentucky follows federal definition — THCA products are compliant
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Label: THC content, batch, COA access, manufacturer
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Maintain records per KDA requirements
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No medical claims on hemp products
Hemp Vendor Requirements
- 302 KAR 50:070 BANS retail hemp flower sales
- Wholesale/B2B still permitted
- Processed products (edibles, tinctures) may be legal
Key Dates
2013-03-26: Hemp pilot program (HB 197)
2017: Commercial hemp (HB 544)
2023-03-31: Medical cannabis signed (SB 47)
Enforcement Notes
CRITICAL: 302 KAR 50:070 bans retail hemp flower. KDA enforces. Do NOT ship flower D2C to Kentucky.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Cannabis laws change frequently. The statute citations and regulatory links were verified as of March 2026 but may have been updated. Always verify current regulations withKentucky Department of Agriculture before making business decisions. Consult a licensed attorney in Kentucky for advice specific to your situation.