DEA Lab Requirement for Hemp Testing Delayed Until 2025
USDA says more DEA-certified labs are needed before strict enforcement begins.
The USDA delayed the DEA lab requirement for hemp testing until December 31, 2025, citing limited lab availability and industry concerns.
Washington, D.C., February 2025 — Hemp farmers across the United States will have until the end of 2025 to comply with federal rules requiring DEA-certified laboratories for compliance testing.
The USDA confirmed that the DEA lab requirement for hemp testing 2025 was postponed due to a shortage of registered facilities. Without the delay, farmers risked facing harvest backlogs and costly compliance hurdles.
“The infrastructure simply isn’t ready,” said a spokesperson from the U.S. Hemp Roundtable, applauding the USDA’s decision. Industry advocates argue that expanding testing access is essential for fair regulation.
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