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Iowa Hemp Act receives final approval

The Iowa Senate has given final legislative approval to the Iowa Hemp Act.

The bill sets up a state licensing program for farmers who want to grow hemp.

Representative Jarad Klein, a farmer from Keota, says the bill will also help with the infrastructure creation needed for development of the hemp industry in the state.

“Allow the building of the infrastructure of this market now, so that when it comes time for our farmers to harvest their crops, there will be a robust demand and an outlook for industrial hemp,” Klein said.

Iowa farmers would be allowed to grow up to 40 acres of hemp, starting in the 2020 growing season.

Governor Kim Reynolds is expected to sign the legislation.

Radio Iowa contributed to this story.

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