Cannabis: The CFPA calls on the government to increase the THC limit for hemp cultivation
The French Association of Cannabinoid Producers is calling for an increase in the maximum THC level in France.
The French Association of Cannabinoid Producers (AFPC) last March sent an open letter to the government to advocate for an increase in the maximum THC level authorized for hemp cultivation in France. This request comes amid the booming hemp industry, particularly in the CBD sector, which has been steadily growing and gaining visibility in recent years.
The currently authorized limit in France is 0.2% THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the main psychoactive compound in cannabis. However, this threshold is deemed too low by the AFPC, which believes it hinders the development of the hemp industry and CBD production in France. Indeed, many European countries have already raised this threshold to 0.3%, or even 1%, without posing public health or safety problems.
An approach aimed at promoting French CBD production
According to the AFPC, this increase would allow farmers to better value their production and meet the growing demand from consumers for CBD, used for its therapeutic and relaxing properties. It would also reduce the pressure on imports, often from third countries, and encourage more environmentally friendly local production.
However, this request raises questions and reservations, particularly among addiction prevention and public health associations, who fear a trivialization of cannabis consumption. It is therefore necessary to strictly regulate this increase in the maximum THC level and to implement control and traceability mechanisms to guarantee product quality and safety.
In conclusion, increasing the maximum THC level in hemp cultivation in France is an important issue for the development of the industry and the emergence of quality local production. However, this evolution must be regulated and controlled to avoid abuses and risks to public health. It is therefore necessary to open a constructive debate and involve all stakeholders to find a satisfactory compromise for everyone.
