Ecuador: Industrial Hemp Report

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After five years of negotiations, Ecuador continues the process to approve the production of hemp for industrial and medicinal purposes. The Ministry of Agriculture is currently developing the regulations for planting. The Ministry of Health is modifying their regulations to allow the use and consumption of hemp and hemp products.

Ecuador: Industrial Hemp Report

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