Hemp Advisory Committee seeking to fill vacancies

Colorado Department of Agriculture

The Colorado Department of Agriculture is seeking nominations to fill six vacancies on the Hemp Advisory Committee. The committee provides advice to the commissioner by reviewing proposed rules and recommending new rules or changes to existing rules.

The HAC is looking for members representing manufacturing, certified seed industry, small business, cannabinoid, regulation and citizen advocacy.

The HAC is made up of 10 members who serve three-year terms to advise the department and confer on all matters regarding the regulation of hemp. The committee meets once a quarter, typically in person at the CDA Broomfield Office, with virtual options for members living outside the metro area.

Appointees will begin their term on Aug. 1.

More information about the positions can be found at https://ag.colorado.gov/plants/hemp/general-information/hemp-advisory-committees.

Interested candidates can submit their applications online no later than 5 p.m. June 17.