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Community Friday, August 30, 2019 The Elk City News, Elk City, Oklahoma Page 5 Answering some questions about hemp Hemp production in the HPP. Oklahoma producers with the federal legislation. tion is important as it means April, 2019. HB 2628 au- production of hemp with U.S. has gone through a wishing to participate in a USDA approved state hemp the difference be-tween a thorizes ODAFF to submit the CSA, numerous other series of changes through- hemp trial should contact an plans should include proce- potentially legal agricul- a plan to USDA for com- federal statutes and regula- out history. Legislation has institution of higher learn- dures for obtaining a license tural crop (hemp) and an mercial hemp production tions still contain language both supported and stifled ing in the Oklahoma State or other authorization to illegal controlled substance in Oklahoma, and removes that create uncertainty with its potential as a viable System of Higher Educa- produce hemp, tracking land (marijuana). However, the the requirement for hemp respect to a number of activ- cash crop over the years. tion that has a plant science in hemp production, an- definition poses practi- seed to be purchased from ities associated with hemp Recently, the Agricultural curriculum. ODAFF has nual, randomized inspection cal challenges because the the list of approved varieties production, ranging from Improvement Act of 2018, provided resources on their of permitted hemp farms, distinction between the two and vendors that is currently transportation to banking. commonly called the 2018 website for those interest-ed testing THC levels, dispos- is based on chemical levels, included in the OATHPP. The information con- Farm Bill, modified the way in participating in the OAI- ing of crops and products of and may not be apparent Producers would still be tained in this article has hemp is regulated under the HPP. The pilot program will crops that exceed allowable visually. Consequently, the required to obtain a license been adapted from a work- Controlled Substances Act. remain in effect through the THC levels, and reporting 2018 Farm Bill excluded from ODAFF prior to grow- ing paper authored by Dr. The Agricultural Act of 2019 hemp crop year. to the U.S. Secretary of Ag- hemp from the list of con- ing hemp in the 2020 hemp Shannon Ferrell, Dr. Amy 2014 (2014 Farm Bill) au- Expanding beyond the riculture on these activities. trolled substances under the crop year, as outlined in the Hager-man and Scott Claw- thorized pilot hemp produc- research programs of the USDA anticipates releasing CSA. 2018 Farm Bill. son. A completed fact sheet tion through collaborations 2014 Farm Bill, the 2018 details on the content of The 2018 Farm Bill le- While the 2018 Farm will be released soon with of state departments of Farm Bill authorized USDA regulatory plans in the fall gally defines hemp as: Bill and HB 2913 resolve a more information. agriculture, universities, and to establish regulatory of 2019, as well as the dates “the plant Cannabis satvia number of issues surround- For more information approved contractors. Pilot plans to directly govern the when USDA will begin ac- L. and any part of that plant, ing the production of hemp, contact Greg Hartman a number of other issues Beckham/Washita County programs were required to production of hemp or to cepting submissions of state including the seeds thereof monitor THC levels to iden- review and approve state and tribal plans. Addition- and all derivatives, extracts, remain. Although the 2018 Extension at 580-928-2139 Farm Bill reconciled the or 580-832-3356. tify crops that exceed the and tribal plans for hemp ally, the 2018 Farm Bill ad- cannabinoids, isomers, allowed limit of 0.3%, and production. It is important dressed a common problem acids, salts, and salts of iso- production was only legal when state legislation and a to remember that the 2018 Farm Bill did not create posed by the patchwork of state programs and regula- mers, whether growing or not, with a delta-9 tetrahy- * ¢€ university partnership was a “blanket” authorization tions in place now, namely drocannabinol concentration Beckham County in place. At the time of this for the production of hemp the interstate transportation of not more than 0.3 percent writing, hemp may only be throughout the U.S. but of hemp and hemp products. ona dry weight basis.” Fall Free Fair legally grown in Oklahoma rather gave states the option A key change in the 2018 House Bill 2628 September 5, 6, & 7, 2019 Beckham County Activity Center, Sayre OK 73682 as a part of an ODAFF li- to authorize hemp produc- Farm Bill involves defining (HB2628) was signed into Thursday, September 5, 2019 censed pilot under the OAI- tion in a manner consistent the term hemp. This defini- law by Governor Stitt in Al Indoor Entries ean be entered “Thursday from 4:0 pam. ~ 7:00 p.m. Friday, 700 ‘am.t0.1:00m, All indoor exhibits wil be judged at 3:00 pm. Feday, September International Overdose Awareness Day 6.2019 Saturday, September 7, 2019 8:00 a.m, Exhibit hall wil be open tothe public The Regional Prevention people die every day from important to remember all help prevent prescription + Fine Arts/ Crafts & Photogrophy Coordinator (RPC) would an opioid overdose and it’s the correct dosage of your drug overdoses by follow- like to inform you that a huge problem right here medication, as well as +Food Preporatins & Quit Exhibits ing those steps. y August 31st is International in Oklahoma. In 2016, the which prescribed medica- Saturday Morning: Insect Adventure Red Rock RPC is funded Overdose Awareness Day. number of overdose deaths tions you should not mix; ‘9:00am-12:00pm through the Oklahoma Insect Adventure with OSU De Andrine Shutran An overdose means hav- involving an opioid was 5 you can always ask your Department of Mental Moot ve insects and their relatives up close and persona! ing too much of a drug, or times higher than it was in pharmacist. Also, remem- Livestock Show Schedule Health and Substance combination of drugs, for 1999. Overdoses do not ber to NEVER share your + Hog show bepins at 8:00 am - Followedby 030 min break discriminate, however, they Abuse Services. Please visit your body to be able to cope prescription medications, + Money Scramble uring break with. 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We can or call 580-323-9736. «Beef Ctte show wil end the doy, followed bythe Pet Parade Public Aeuction BRICK HOME, SHOP ON SMALL ACREAGE WEST OF ELK CITY, HUNTING & RANCHING PROPERTY LOCATED CLOSE TO SAYRE & CARTER SATURDAY, SEPT. 14, 2019 10:15 A.M. ‘SALE LOCATION: Opera House, Old Town Museum, Ek City, Oklahoma (Watch for Auction Signs) AUCTIONEER’S STATEMENT itis a privilege to conduct this public auction of this brick home with shop/bam on small acreage westof Ek Cily and2 special hunting and ranching properties close to Sayre and Carter and Ek City. TRACT #1 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: 4.56 aores MOL. & house in SW/4 Section 34, ‘Tovmship tt Noth Range 2 W.M., Beckham County, Okihora (Ste On. PROPERTY LOCATION: From the intersection of Highway 66 & Mert Road (Hulch’s Westside) go 2.6 miles weston old Hwy 66/40 west, atthe intersection of county road #N1948/E1123, tun north ono ald 68 frontage ‘and go 9 miles west to property location. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: The 1,812 square foot brick home with a 1,500” metal bam is located on 4.56 acres. The house has 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms with central heat and air condoning, The houseis ona water well and also rural water. This proprty would be a good place toca Home” ‘Fa good investment property. ot ae crtnt TRACT #2 pastrgometsisen [i LEGAL DESCRIPTION: 157.18 aores M.OLL. in SW/4 of Section 27, LABOR DAY fa Tovmship 10 Nort, Range 2 W.LM, Beckham County, Oklhoma Sac On PROPERTY LOCATION: From the intersection of Highway 94 & Highway 152, go{ mile north on Highway 34, then 1/2 mile west on County Road |: CELEBRATION #1180 on the north side ofthe Road. (Watch for he auction sign) PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Ths property is curently in native andimproved pasture land. Itwould be a good adton toa ranching operationor a good homesite close to Ek City, Sayre & Carter, Oklahoma, TRACT #3 Saturday & Sunday *Aug. 31-Sept.1 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: 160 Acres M.O.L. W2 of the NE/4 & E/2 ofthe | INW4 of Section 14, Township 9 North, Range 23 W.LM., Beckham County, Make time now to experience the ‘Oklahoma (Surface Only) PROPERTY LOCATION: From the intersection of Highway 283 & County | Chickasaw Cultural Center and the Road #1210, go east 25 mieson County Road #1210 tothe property | beautiful natural environment just {ocated on the southside ofthe road, (Watch fr the auction signs) across the Inkana Bridge in the PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: This property is current in native and improved pasture land with some brush land, along with 75.80 acres of CRP [ip Chickasaw National Recreation Area. land that pays $2,522 annually and the CRP contract expires 9-90-2022, ‘The propery has a Elk Cty Water Hookup, septic tank, and would be an IV's just one unforgettable experience ‘ideal homesite ora good weekend hunting location because of the Deer ‘and turkey located on the property. Adltonaly thee is an older mobile you can take part in during the home and a Rall Road Box car fr storage tat wil sell wth the property. festivities this Labor Day Weekend. ‘This property offers potential fora ranching or farming operation anda ideal Make and take your own crafts, join hunting propery. The water rights have been previously conveyed. REAL ESTATE TERMS: 15% of the purchase price willbe placed in escrow bt a stomp dance demonstration or just cay of sale. Property wl be conveyed by Warranty Deed. Possession will relax with films in the Anoli Theater. be a closing Al measurements are approximate. BROKER PARTICIPATION INVITED: Brokers must preregister client 48 (CHICKASAW: hours in advance of auction. CLOSED LABOR DAY. TOM MIKLES ESTATE & JEAN DAVIS TRUST Gene Cobb Auction & Realty7 QUITURAL'CENTER Richard E, Cobb, CAI, AARE * Auctioneer/Real Estate Broker * Certified Ay SULPHUR OKLAHOMA Fa 580-225-6743 + PO. Box 982 * Elk City, Oklahoma 73648 Rhett D. 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