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Learn How to Sell Compliant Hemp Products in Virginia

Virginia Hemp: Safe, Local, and Compliant!

Hey Virginia retailers! Are you looking to expand your product offerings with high-quality, locally sourced compliant hemp products? We’re here to help you navigate the Virginia hemp market with confidence, ensuring you’re selling only safe and fully compliant products. Let’s break down the key regulations you need to know:

Virginia’s Commitment to Safe Hemp Products

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has created the Office of Hemp Enforcement to ensure all hemp products for human consumption are safe and compliant. This means you can trust that the products you’re buying are held to high standards!

Key Regulations You Should Know

  • THC Limits:
    • Virginia has strict limits on THC content. Products sold at retail cannot exceed 0.3% total THC.
    • Additionally, they can’t have more than 2 milligrams of total THC per package, unless the CBD to THC ratio is at least 25:1. This includes delta-8 and delta-9 THC.
  • Edible Hemp Products:
    • If you’re buying edibles, they must be in child-resistant packaging.
    • These products must also have specific labeling and be accompanied by a certificate of analysis (COA) from an independent, ISO 17025 accredited lab. We always have these COAs available for your review!
    • To be sold legally, the company that produces the edible hemp product must submit an “Edible Hemp Products Disclosure Form” to the VDACS.
    • Depending on the type of edible product, a VDACS Food Permit may be required for the seller.
  • No Synthetic THC:
    • Virginia law prohibits the sale of any products containing synthetic THC derivatives. You can trust that our products are always naturally derived!

Cannabis Hemp Home Sign with Green Leaf

  • Topical Products:
    • Topical hemp products must adhere to specific labeling requirements.
  • Retail Registration:
    • Starting November 15, 2024, retailers selling hemp products for consumption (oral or inhalation) must have a VDACS registration. We are committed to maintaining all required registration.
  • Smokable Hemp:
    • Starting November 15, 2024, smokable hemp products must have specific labeling and a COA from an ISO 17025 accredited lab. Also they must be sold in child resistant packaging if they contain THC.

VDACS Registry of Compliant Products

  • VDACS maintains a voluntary registry of compliant edible hemp products. This means that products on this list have been reviewed and found to be compliant with current Virginia laws.
  • Redfern Hemp Co. is committed to maintaining compliance with the VDACS. Please reach out to info@redfernhemp.com to discover and one of out friendly sales representatives will send you all the Redfern Products currently on the VDACS Voluntary Compliant Product list.

What This Means for You:

  • Safety First: These regulations are in place to protect your health and ensure you’re getting safe, high-quality products.
  • Transparency: We provide all necessary information and lab results, so you know exactly what you’re getting.
  • Local and Compliant: We’re proud to be a Virginia-based business, and we’re committed to following all state regulations.

We’re Here for You!

If you have any questions about our products or Virginia’s hemp regulations, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to provide you with safe, compliant, and top-notch hemp products you can trust.

Step-by-Step: VDACS’s Retail Facility Registration Form

Link to REGULATED HEMP PRODUCT RETAIL FACILITY REGISTRATION APPLICATION

For all relevant Virginia Hemp Regulations please visit this link. Moreover, under the Article 4. Regulated Hemp Products subheader you will find the following amendment: regulated hemp product retail facility registration; fee (3.2-4122), which came effective on November 15, 2024. Since that date all retail location wishing to sell compliant hemp products in Virginia must complete the following form, and pay $1,000 registration fee, for each location they wish to sell compliant hemp products at.

There’s two methods to pay your $1,000 fee”

  • Visit VDACS Hemp Registration Payment portal webpage and complete form.
  • Make a check or money order out to the Treasurer of Virginia and mail along with your application materials to: VDACS Office of Hemp Enforcement, PO BOX 526, Richmond, VA 23218-1163.

Complete Your Business Information

Complete your company’s Business Information in English. All information must be legible and accurate or VDACS will reject your application. Your establishment will need both a State Corporation Commission ID, as well as, a Federal EIN number which is used for taxes. Lastly, include the Names, Titles, Phone Numbers and Email Addresses of Persons Comprising the Legal Ownership of each retail facility that your entity registers.

VDACS Regulates Edible and Smokable Hemp Products Only

This application is for edible and smokable hemp products. If you plan to sell only topicals or pet products, which are both not digestible for humans, then you do not need to complete and submit this application.

Also, VDACS wants to know how many unique edible and smokable products you plan on selling at your establishment. VDACS considers an Unique Products to be different brands, different flavors, and/or different package size/count. Essentially, the state wants to know how many ‘SKUs‘ you will be selling, which is an industry term for the unique identifier for every specific product.

Permit Application for Retail Food Establishment

If you do not meet the criteria listed below in order to be example from getting a food permit, that is an added step for your establishment to do if you haven’t already. Retail establishments that sell non-perishable products like apparel and gifts, will most likely be exempt. Otherwise, you must complete the Permit Application for Retail Food Establishment.

Retail Facility Liability & Hemp Enforcement Fines

Although one person signs the registration form, it is important to understand that VDACS will hold all business partners ‘jointly responsible for business operations.’ VDACS’s Hemp Enforcement Program has the authority to visit your facility at any time and can legally access your entire Retail Facility without a warrant.

Every infraction that VDACS discovers they have the ability to fine the owners of that retail location up to $10,000 dollars per infraction. These fines can add up fast if you’re not following the rules; therefore, make sure you follow every rule!

Your fines will not be received immediately and may take a couple of months to take effect. Retail Facilities whom believe they were unfairly treated or there was a gross misunderstanding have an opportunity to appeal their fines in order to reduce the total they ultimately pay to the State.

Although this is new territory for many establishments, the hemp industry is a freight train on the move and you definitely do not want to miss out! One of the perks of working with Redfern Hemp Co. is that we assist our client to ensure they’re staying compliant and are only offering their customers the best quality hemp products available on the market.

We’re Excited to Begin Our Business Relationship

Now that you’ve completed your form and paid your first annual registration fee; you can now begin selling compliant hemp products in the state of Virginia. If you have any questions whatsoever, or are ready to make a whoelsale purchase from Redfern Hemp Co. for your newly registered retail facility, please send us an email to info@redfernhemp.com.

Redfern Hemp Co Edibles. Tubs in Boxes

PIERCE REDFERN

Sales & Production

I am native to Richmond and attended Collegiate School and The University of Alabama. I am married to my wife, Lauren, and we have two children together, Palmer and Hendley. Graham is my older brother and I have been with the company since the fall of 2022.

I enjoy hunting, fishing and just about anything outdoors. Graham’s strong passion for this industry motivates others to excel, including myself. I love the team we have together now and can’t wait to see what the future holds for Redfern Hemp Co.!

GLORIA RAMIREZ

Kitchen Production

Gloria is from Guatemala. She moved to Virginia in 2023 and began working with the Redfern Team.

Gloria plays a pivotal role in ensuring that our products are precisely packaged using our quality control SOP guidelines.

ROB UJEVIC

Outside Sales

I’m from Reston, VA currently living in Richmond and Engaged with no kids yet… I began working for Redfern after my original venture, Gourmet Hemp Foods, partnered with them. I love Redfern cause they offer freedom and flexibility to grow.

Redfern is family oriented and serves the community and customers with utmost diligence. Graham Redfern is the hardest working leader I’ve ever had the privilege to work for!

WHITNEY MORGAN

Market Manager

I’m from Caroline County, Virginia and I am married to my husband Ryan. I’ve worked with Redfern Hemp Co. a little over two years. Before that I was a nanny and I worked as a pediatric dental assistant.

I handle online sales and a few outside wholesale accounts. Working with Redfern is a dream job I never thought I’d have.

We are a true family. We work like one, and argue like one. As a team we are flexible and have a real love for the plant and what it can do. There is no limit for the plant so there is no limit for us.

For example, my mom suffered from hair loss after Covid. She started to add Redfrn’s Whole Plant Tincture into her shampoo and conditioner and it helped her hair regrow. The plant is magic!

TIFFANY OBLINSKY

HR & Administration

Tiffany is the anchor of our team, ensuring that we stay organized and that the company’s operations are always running smoothly. During her free time, Tiffany enjoys taking her family to Lake Anna while simultaneously keeping Graham in line from her smartphone!

Corey Reed

Social Media Manager

Hi, I’m Corey. Originally from Charlotte, NC, I’ve called Virginia my second home for over 12 years. With a 10-year background in healthcare and nursing, and 5 years in content creation and social media, I’ve developed a diverse skill set. In my free time, I enjoy creating content, writing music, fishing, and being the best father I can be. Working with Graham and the Redfern team has been a dream come true. It has allowed me to pursue my passions for content creation, health and wellness, community morale, and making meaningful connections. At Redfern Hemp Co, I oversee the social media side of the business. You can also catch me at Redfern Market, so feel free to stop by and say hi!

COURTNEY KUSTERER

Production / Sales / Event Manager

Knowledgeable and passionate about the hemp plant, Courtney is an all around asset to our company. Since her early days with Graham in Waynesboro, she has acquired invaluable insights and business knowledge to help the success of our small business. Her ability to tell the Redfern story is unmatched. If you’ve ever seen one of our event setups, you can tell that Courtney had her creative ideas flowing. She has built a strong wholesale portfolio, while strengthening our network of industry connections. Her expertise in directing customers to the right products is undeniable, playing a pivotal role in assisting Graham in building the company from the ground up. In her free time, Courtney enjoys moments on the farm with Graham and their farm family of cat, cows, chickens, ducks, and dogs. She also values family time at Virginia Tech football games and moments on the boat or at the beach.

GRAHAM REDFERN

Owner & Hemp Farmer

Before I became an American hemp farmer and entrepreneur, I first heard of the hemp industry during a period when my construction business thrived, but the housing crash of 2009 changed everything. While visiting Asheville, North Carolina, I encountered a groundbreaking green building – a house made 90% from hemp, from the flooring to the walls, excluding only electrical components and appliances.

Intrigued, I consulted with Andrea Herman, president of the Hemp Industries of America, spending an hour and $150 to understand the challenges of building such houses in the U.S.. When Andrea explained the steep costs preventing widespread use of U.S.-grown hemp, it ignited a passion in me. I questioned, “Why not?” This moment became a catalyst for my deep dive into the hemp industry.

Passage of the Farm Bills

In 2014, the passing of the Farm Bill allowed universities to grow hemp, prompting me to shift from the car industry. Initially unsure of my path, I invested in penny hemp stocks and connected with the Virginia Industrial Hemp Coalition, working with universities such as JMU, UVA, VSU, and Virginia Tech to explore potential markets.

For four years, restricted by regulations to work with universities, I delved into the banking industry. When the 2019 Farm Bill dismantled barriers, allowing American farmers to cultivate cannabis plants with less than 0.3% THC, my dream took a leap. Redfern Hemp Co. was born, marking the legal sale of hemp products in Virginia for the first time in over seventy years. With my girlfriend Courtney, we hustled – attending state fairs, cultivating hemp on our 42-acre Caroline County farm, and navigating the burgeoning industry. Fast-forward to 2023, and despite being one of the few companies remaining, we face challenges.

Unfortunately, Virginia lawmakers have strained our efforts, declaring federally legal cannabinoid-derived hemp products illegal unless sold by a select few medical marijuana operators.

In the face of Virginia’s attempt to monopolize medical marijuana, we persist in expanding cannabis job opportunities for all Virginians.

We champion Virginians’ rights to affordable, high-quality products, battling against restrictive legislation. It’s disheartening to see the government hindering the benefits of this plant, including job creation and increased taxation.

Restoring Virginia’s Hemp Farming Legacy

There was a time when Virginian hemp farmers paid taxes with hemp. Reintroducing low-dosage, safe cannabinoid products in smoke shops, convenience stores, and local markets could restore this tradition on a broader scale than a handful of licensees. We’re committed to reclaiming this birthright, enabling Virginians to pay their taxes with hemp once again.

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