Hemp plants in the parking lot: residents in Hartmannsdorf worried!

Hemp plants in the parking lot: residents in Hartmannsdorf worried!

in Hartmannsdorf, a small town in Germany, a large hemp plant plantation ensures excitement among the residents. The plants are full of blooms directly on Ernst-Schlen-Straße, not far from a public parking space, which also has the popular Kress branch and the Kirchbäck bakery in its neighborhood. Many people are concerned and wonder if these plantations are a threat to their neighborhood. However, the police calmed down and confirmed that it was a user hemp, a variant of the cannabis plants that have hardly any intoxicating properties.

The hemp plants that are cultivated here are characterized by a THC content of less than 0.2 percent. This means that no hashish or marijuana can be made from them. This regulation finds its basis in the Cannabis Act, which has been applicable in Germany since April 1, 2024. The law allows private individuals to legally own up to three hemp plants. For a larger cultivation area, an extension association must be founded and the permission of the responsible authorities must be obtained.

legal framework conditions

The municipality of Hartmannsdorf has stated that the extension is checked and approved on private property. The police and municipality also emphasize that no special precautions are currently required for the residents, since this plant contains only small amounts of intoxicating ingredients. Despite the unclear ownership of the plantation, the excitement remains among the residents.

But what changes around hemp bust in Germany? An important point is the increase in the permitted THC limit in user hemp from 0.2 to 0.3 percent, which came into force on August 3, 2023. In retrospect from January 1, 2023, the regulations in the Narcotics Act (BTMG) were adjusted, which is particularly important for cultivation within the EU. This adaptation may also have higher THC values, as long as these correspond to the legal requirements. This development enables farmers to better market their harvest and have a major impact on their cultivation practices.

effects on farmers and industry

The adjustments to EU law have given farmers more scope and expanded their possibilities for growing user hemp, without having to worry about regulatory hurdles. However, this increase in the THC limit is not related to the planned legalization of cannabis. From April 1, 2024, adults in Germany may also acquire and consume cannabis in licensed shops, the so -called cannabis clubs, if they adhere to certain quantity restrictions.