North Carolina Hemp Bill Sparks Industry Crisis | Greenville News

Greenville News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Jul 4, 2026 · 1m

North Carolina’s hemp industry braces for a seismic shift as a Senate-passed bill threatens to ban most intoxicating hemp products by fall, aligning with new federal THC limits that would criminalize nearly all current offerings. The law also bans sales to anyone under 21, with fines and misdemeanor charges, sparking fierce backlash from business owners like Eric Stahl, who argue the ban is overly harsh and will drive sales underground, harming thousands of jobs and billions in revenue. While supporters tout youth protection, critics warn the move could fuel a black market and unfairly target…