Proposed hemp cultivation ban
Summary
Supervisor Sotelo wants hemp banned in the county, arguing it conflicts with cannabis grows through cross-pollination and has mainly attracted rule-breakers. The Ag Commissioner agreed the program has been a time sink, and the Board will take it up with the code amendments.
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Last discussed Sep 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
Eliminating the hemp program could save county administrative and enforcement staff time.
Cannabis growers whose crops could be cross-pollinated, and county staff freed from policing a problem program.
Existing hemp growers would lose the ability to operate in the county.
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