The recently passed 2026 Appropriations Bill isn’t about outlawing hemp—it’s about redefining an industry that has already gone through a massive transformation. As outlined in the video “It’s Not a Ban: 2026 Appropriations Bill Hits the Hemp Industry”, this legislation signals major changes for growers, processors, and businesses across the hemp supply chain. With federal policy taking a new direction, it’s time to rethink strategies,…

Last week, national news reported that Congress passed a federal spending bill updating how hemp is defined at the federal level. Many of our customers — especially wholesale partners and seltzer drinkers — asked what this means for Flippo Farms and the North Carolina hemp market. Here’s the clear update: ✅ North Carolina’s hemp laws…