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Hemp plants look much like their cousin, marijuana, but lack the THC compound that gives users a high. Hemp fibers are used to make rope, clothing and car interiors.

Local News

Q&A: Proposed regulations to Delta 8 sales could negatively impact Illinois hemp growers

Camryn Cutinello

A proposal in the Illinois General Assembly could add new taxes and regulations to the sale of Delta 8.

Local News

It's Too Late To Plant Corn, But Illinois Farmers Can Still Grow Hemp

Tim Shelley

DOWNS -- One McLean County hemp grower says it may be too late to plant corn crops, but the limit for growing hemp is sky high.Chris Berry is a hemp…

State News

Illinois Lawmakers Consider Letting Farmers Grow Hemp

Associated Press

Lawmakers in Springfield have been considering a bill that would allow Illinois farmers to grow industrial hemp. Democratic state Sen. Toi Hutchinson of…