Vermont

CBD products derived from hemp cultivated or processed in Vermont must comply with labeling regulations, according to the rules of the Vermont hemp program .
In May 2019, the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food, and Markets (AAFM) submitted its hemp program regulations to the State of Vermont. A $25 registration fee is required to join the Hemp Program, and an application form with information regarding all locations where hemp will be cultivated or processed must be completed.
In Vermont, the cultivation, processing, and trade of hemp and hemp-related items are permissible under 6 V.S.A. chapter 34. The State of Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food, and Markets are in charge of the state's industrial hemp creation program. Industrial hemp is the entire Cannabis sativa L. plant, whether growing or not, with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration of less than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis.

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1. Brief info

  •      Is CBD Legal in Vermont?
 The products that contain less than 0.3% THC are federally legal in Vermont.
  •     Who Can Buy CBD in Vermont? 
Individuals at the age of 18 or over.
  •     Who Can Grow CBD Products in Vermont?
People that have a license issued by the government.
  •    Who is protected from criminal offenses regarding CBD use?
The ones who didn’t exceed the dosage and possession limits of CBD.
  • More in-depth information about the state regulations and laws

2. Vermont CBD laws

In Vermont, the cultivation, processing, and trade of hemp and hemp-related items are permissible under 6 V.S.A. chapter 34. The State of Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food, and Markets are in charge of the state's industrial hemp creation program. Industrial hemp is the entire Cannabis sativa L. plant, whether growing or not, with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration of less than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis. CBD products derived from hemp cultivated or processed in Vermont must comply with labeling regulations, according to the rules of the Vermont hemp program. Labeling must contain the following information:
  • The name and mailing address of the product's manufacturer
  • The expiration date of the product, as well as the process lot number, are recorded.
  • A clear statement that the product is free of hemp-derived components
  • The product's ingredients, in descending order of prominence
  • The amount of material (in terms of weight, volume, or numerical count)
  • The amount of any cannabinoid, including CBD, in each serving size of the product
  • A statement indicating whether or not the product contains THC
The State of Vermont requires that all hemp or hemp-infused products produced in the state be traceable by their label. CBD is not prohibited in Vermont. CBD may be used as an additive to food or drinks that are to be consumed right away, but it is subject to the meals tax in Vermont. Cannabis-derived CBD is legal for both medicinal and recreational use in the United States. Senate Bill 76 legalized medical cannabis in 2004. Patients with valid medical marijuana cards can obtain CBD derived from cannabis from authorized dispensaries. In 2018, when Gov. Phil Scott signed H.511 into law, cannabis was made legal for adult use. The amendment to the Controlled Substances Act, H.511, did not include a provision for cannabis sales; however, this is now being changed. S. 64, which was passed by the Senate in 2019 and signed into law by President Trump in May 2020, establishes a framework for the commercial cannabis industry while also laying out plans for establishing a Cannabis

Licensing Requirements

In May 2019, the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food, and Markets (AAFM) submitted its hemp program regulations to the State of Vermont. A $25 registration fee is required to join the Hemp Program, and an application form with information regarding all locations where hemp will be cultivated or processed must be completed. Following a felony conviction, those convicted of criminal offenses are prohibited from joining the Hemp Program for ten years. The Hemp Program does not administer amending or removing names from the list. Only those persons who lawfully registered prior to December 1 of the previous year are permitted to do so. Registrations terminate on December 31 of each year. Growers that sell or distribute cannabis products must show that their crop has a concentration of 0.3 percent or fewer THC. Growers must show that pesticide, heavy-metal, mycotoxin, bacterial, and fungal contaminations are below action limits set by the <b> Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets </b>. If harvests do not meet the criteria, they must be destroyed.

Where to Buy CBD Products Legally In Vermont?

CBD-specific shops and health stores are where Vermonters may get hemp-derived CBD products. You can get assistance from an employee when buying online, particularly if the store specializes in CBD. If you're searching for answers regarding what CBD is, why you should consume it, and where to get it, they can help. It's also possible to purchase CBD derived from hemp online, but you'll need to go through the manufacturer's website or an authorized reseller. Reputable manufacturers will generally provide you with important product information, such as the form of CBD (such as oil, capsules, topicals, tinctures, etc.), the quantity of CBD in the product, and other substances or components included in the goods. Only products containing cannabidiol (CBD) derived from cannabis can be purchased at a state dispensary with a medical marijuana card.

Medical Cannabis in Vermont

The current list of qualifying diseases for medical marijuana in Vermont is as follows:
  • Any patient receiving hospice care
  • Cachexia (wasting syndrome)
  • Cancer
  • Crohn’s disease
  • Glaucoma
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • PTSD
  • Epilepsy, or other seizures
  • Chronic pain
  • Severe nausea
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • PTSD
  • An illness or treatment that leads to severe, persistent, and intractable symptoms.
It's also important to have a “bona fide health care professional-patient relationship.” This implies an ongoing treatment or consultation connection with the physician who authorized you for at least three months. During this time, the doctor must have conducted a thorough investigation of your medical history and condition. This includes a physical examination. Patients under home hospice care are not subject to this restriction. Patients suffering from cancer, terminal sickness, or HIV/AIDS are in the same position.

Steps to Receive a Medical Marijuana Card in Vermont

Step 1: Meet With a Certified Doctor

Meet with a certified doctor to get approval for your medical condition. 

Step 2: Fill in the Application and Pay the Fees

Fill in your application, by providing information about your residence, date of birth, qualifying condition, etc. 

Step 3: Receive the Card

Receive your card, after approval. 

Vermont CBD possession limits

There are presently no consumption restrictions in the state of Vermont for cannabidiol derived from hemp. There is no limit to the amount of CBD that can be produced from cannabis under federal law, but there is a graduated scale of penalties for those caught in possession of more than an ounce of marijuana.

3. Notes

  1. Geoffrey William Guy; Brian Anthony Whittle; Philip Robson (2004). The Medicinal Uses of Cannabis and Cannabinoids. Pharmaceutical Press. pp. 74–. ISBN 978-0-85369-517-2.
  2. Bloomsbury Publishing (2010). Dictionary of Medical Terms. Bloomsbury Publishing. p. 139.