Farm Bill 2018

2018 FARM BILL COMPLIANCE NOTICE

Hill Country Hemp | Hemp-a-Rita

Effective Date: December 31, 2025

This Farm Bill Compliance Notice applies to all products, websites, wholesale transactions, retail purchases, and services associated with:

This notice is intended for informational and compliance purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

WHAT IS THE 2018 FARM BILL?

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, commonly referred to as the “2018 Farm Bill,” federally legalized hemp and hemp-derived products under specific legal definitions and regulatory requirements.

Under federal law, hemp is defined as:

Cannabis sativa L. and any part of that plant, including cannabinoids, extracts, derivatives, acids, salts, and isomers, with a Delta-9 THC concentration of not more than 0.3% on a dry weight basis.

The 2018 Farm Bill removed qualifying hemp from the federal Controlled Substances Act and established a legal framework for hemp cultivation, manufacturing, transportation, and sale within the United States.

HEMP VS. MARIJUANA

Although hemp and marijuana both originate from the cannabis plant family, federal law distinguishes them based primarily on Delta-9 THC concentration.

Under federal law:

  • Hemp contains no more than 0.3% Delta-9 THC by dry weight
  • Cannabis exceeding that threshold may be classified as marijuana under federal law

Products sold by Hill Country Hemp and Hemp-A-Rita are intended to be derived from federally lawful hemp sources and manufactured in accordance with applicable hemp regulations.

HEMP-DERIVED CANNABINOIDS

The 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp-derived cannabinoids that are extracted from compliant hemp material.

Products may contain cannabinoids including but not limited to:

  • CBD
  • Delta-8 THC
  • Hemp-derived Delta-9 THC
  • THC-A
  • CBG
  • CBN
  • Other hemp-derived cannabinoids and extracts

Availability and legality of specific cannabinoids may vary by jurisdiction.

STATE LAW VARIATIONS

Although hemp is federally lawful under the 2018 Farm Bill, individual states maintain authority to regulate or prohibit certain hemp-derived products and cannabinoids.

Some states may restrict or prohibit:

  • Delta-8 THC
  • Hemp-derived Delta-9 THC
  • THC-A products
  • Smokable hemp
  • Certain infused consumables

Because laws frequently change:

  • Hill Country Hemp reserves the right to refuse or cancel shipments to restricted jurisdictions
  • Customers are solely responsible for understanding local laws before purchasing
  • Product availability may vary without notice

TEXAS HEMP COMPLIANCE

Hill Country Hemp operates in Texas and follows applicable Texas hemp regulations at the time of manufacture and distribution.

Texas law currently permits certain hemp-derived products that comply with state and federal requirements, including THC concentration limitations.

Compliance procedures may include:

  • Batch testing
  • Third-party laboratory analysis
  • Product labeling
  • COA verification
  • Manufacturing controls

CERTIFICATES OF ANALYSIS (COAs)

Hill Country Hemp may provide Certificates of Analysis (“COAs”) for compliance and informational purposes.

COAs are intended to help verify:

  • Cannabinoid content
  • Delta-9 THC compliance
  • Product batch information
  • Laboratory testing results

Customers acknowledge that:

  • Natural cannabinoid variation may occur between batches
  • Laboratory testing standards may evolve
  • Compliance standards may change due to regulatory updates

COAs do not constitute medical claims, safety guarantees, or legal opinions.

FDA & REGULATORY STATUS

Although hemp was federally legalized under the 2018 Farm Bill, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) continues to regulate certain aspects of cannabinoid products.

The FDA has not broadly approved hemp-derived cannabinoid products for medical use.

Hill Country Hemp and Hemp-A-Rita do NOT make medical claims regarding products sold through these websites.

Products are not intended to:

  • Diagnose disease
  • Treat disease
  • Cure disease
  • Prevent disease

INTERSTATE TRANSPORT

The 2018 Farm Bill generally protects interstate transportation of federally lawful hemp products.

However:

  • State laws may still affect possession, resale, or local distribution
  • Law enforcement interpretations may vary
  • Regulations continue to evolve

Customers transporting hemp-derived products are responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations.

CONSUMER RESPONSIBILITY

By purchasing products from Hill Country Hemp or Hemp-A-Rita, customers acknowledge and agree that:

  • They are responsible for understanding local laws before purchasing
  • They are responsible for lawful use and possession after delivery
  • They understand cannabinoid regulations may change at any time
  • They assume responsibility for product use and compliance within their jurisdiction

NO LEGAL ADVICE

Nothing provided by Hill Country Hemp or Hemp-A-Rita, including website content, marketing materials, social media content, COAs, customer support communications, or product descriptions, constitutes legal advice.

Customers should consult qualified legal counsel regarding hemp laws, resale compliance, licensing, or regulatory obligations within their jurisdiction.

WHOLESALE & RESELLER NOTICE

Wholesale customers, distributors, retailers, and affiliates are solely responsible for:

  • Retail compliance
  • Local licensing requirements
  • Product labeling after repackaging
  • Marketing compliance
  • Resale legality
  • State-specific restrictions

Hill Country Hemp reserves the right to terminate wholesale relationships for regulatory or compliance concerns.

MODIFICATIONS

Federal and state hemp regulations continue to evolve.

Hill Country Hemp reserves the right to:

  • Modify products
  • Update formulations
  • Change labeling
  • Adjust compliance procedures
  • Restrict product availability

without prior notice in response to legal or regulatory developments.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Hill Country Hemp
info@hillcountryhemp.com

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