The Colorado Department of Agriculture announced on Mar. 12 that it is seeking applicants with experience in the hemp industry to fill several vacancies on the Hemp Advisory Committee. The committee will be filling positions that expire on July 31, 2026, and applications are now open.
The department said these appointments are important as the hemp industry faces significant changes at the federal level. “The hemp industry is facing sweeping changes in federal legislation, and federal changes to the Definition of Hemp are already underway,” said Brian Koontz, Hemp Program Manager. “It is more critical than ever to have knowledgeable stakeholders representing the industry on the HAC to help guide the future of our state’s hemp program.”
Committee members serve three-year terms and provide advice to the department regarding hemp regulation, including consultation on inspection programs for THC concentration levels. The specific roles currently open include a farmer from a cooperative, a commercial farmer, a representative from a research institution or higher education, and an expert in seed development and genetics.
Coloradans who meet these criteria can apply or submit nominations online using the digital application form available on the Colorado Department of Agriculture website. The deadline for applications is April 30, 2026.
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