Where the Supply Chain Starts
Every hemp ingredient begins on a farm, and the rules that govern cultivation shape everything downstream. Building on the state licensing and processing license content discussed elsewhere in this publication, cultivation licensing and seed certification form the first compliance layer.
Cultivation Licensing
Growers generally need authorization from a state agriculture department or an approved program, which typically covers registering land, reporting acreage, and following sampling and testing rules. Requirements differ by state.
Pre-Harvest Testing
Crops are typically tested for THC shortly before harvest, with results determining whether the crop can be harvested and sold as hemp. Sampling method and timing are specified by the program.
Seed Certification
Certified seed is verified for variety and genetic consistency. Choosing seed bred to stay within the THC threshold reduces the chance of a compliance failure, and certification supports traceability.
Why Buyers Should Care
- A licensed grower and documented source support the supply chain audits discussed elsewhere
- Seed and cultivation records help explain results when questions arise
- Source problems at the farm can surface later as testing failures
What to Ask Suppliers
Ask for grower license information, pre-harvest test records, and seed sourcing documentation.
Low Gravity Hemp works with licensed growers and documents sourcing. Contact us to review records.
