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April 30 Application Deadline for Hemp Growers and Processors

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Those wanting to grow, process, breed, or research hemp in Minnesota in 2021 must apply for a license with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) by April 30.

The online application for growers and processors can be found on the MDA website at www.mda.state.mn.us/industrialhemp.

Questions about the MDA’s Hemp Program should be sent to hemp.mda@state.mn.us or call 651-201-6600. MDA’s full press release on this topic can be found online here.

MDA Issues Covid-19 Vaccination Update for Ag Sector

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Minnesota Covid-19 Vaccine Connector

COVID-19 vaccinations are now being administered to employees in the agricultural, manufacturing, food services, and food processing sectors. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has issued a bulletin to agriculture sector employers with advice on workforce vaccination. Individuals can connect directly to vaccination opportunities via the Covid-19 Vaccine Connector or by calling the Covid Vaccine Connector Hotline at 1-833-431-2053.