Tips for Growing CBD Seed on your Illinois Farm Land

When it comes to growing CBD seed in Illinois, prior experience with working with cannabis plants is helpful, but not necessary. It helps to know a thing or two about how phytocannabinoids function, the effects of cannabis, and other scientific matters, but when it comes down to it, none of this information is crucial for the actual cultivation process.

Prior farming experience, however, can be incredibly useful. Growing hemp is like growing most other crops in Illinois. So, no matter what you’ve grown in the past, if you’re a farmer, chances are you’ll have no problem.

However, it’s always helpful to get some tips. Farmers who have grown hemp in the past possess valuable insight about growing techniques, THC monitoring, and harvesting hemp stalk.

CBD Seed Co. is here to support you along your journey. Below, we’ve provided some tips based on information we’ve gathered from growing hemp ourselves over the last ten years. We hope this advice will be helpful for farmers who are new to growing CBD seed.

Growing Hemp Seed in Illinois: Where to Start

Before you plant hemp seed in the ground, the first thing you should do is test your soil. Make sure that it’s completely free of contaminants. Once you’ve decided that it’s suitable for growing hemp, the next thing you should do is form a relationship with a seed supplier and read Illinois’ hemp laws.

Tips for Illinois Farmers Growing CBD Seed

As you begin the process of cultivating CBD seed on your land in Illinois, here are some tips to keep in mind:

• Be careful about seed spacing. You want to make sure that you have enough room for weeding. We’ve provided some guidelines for seed spacing on our resources page.
• Be vigilant in your search for a seed supplier. Don’t settle for anything less than the best quality seed around. Remember, the seed you buy will determine the outcome of your entire growing season.
• Ensure good seed to soil contact. Good soil moisture is important in the beginning. As your plants go, you will need to adjust how much water you feed them.
• Monitor THC levels like a hawk. Per federal law and the Illinois Industrial Hemp Act, your plants cannot exceed THC concentration levels of 0.3%. Hot crops are a common compliant among hemp farmers, but also a typical mistake made by rookies.
• Secure an agreement with a processor before you plant. Don’t wait until harvest. You want to make sure that someone will be able to process all of that hemp you’re growing.

Get More Information about Growing Hemp in Illinois

CBD Seed Co. is the leading source for information on hemp farming in Illinois. Call our office today to speak to an expert about your agricultural business’ needs.