South Carolina opens 2025 Hemp permit applications

Dec 10, 2024
By Farms.com

Apply for Hemp permits online starting Jan 1

Starting Jan. 1, 2025, the South Carolina Department of Agriculture will accept Hemp Farming Permit applications online for the 2025 season. Farmers must submit their applications by Feb. 28, 2025, through the official website agriculture.sc.gov/hemp.

Eligibility criteria include completing a background check through IdentoGO and providing a Farm Service Agency (FSA) number.

Only South Carolina residents may apply, and permits are renewed annually. Application fees are $100, with a $500 permit fee due upon approval.

Late applications are accepted from March 1 to March 8, with an additional $500 non-refundable late fee. Applications missing information by Feb. 28 will incur the late fee. Incomplete submissions beyond March 8 will be disqualified.

Applicants must ensure their lease agreements are notarized and recorded with the county Register of Deeds. Proper documentation is essential to avoid delays or rejection.

“Proper documentation ensures timely processing and avoids additional fees,” emphasized Jon Hubbert, State Conservationist.

For additional details and support, visit agriculture.sc.gov/hemp or contact hempstaff@scda.sc.gov. Ensure compliance to secure your permit for the upcoming season.

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