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Ability to source marijuana genetic material from outside Colorado
Senate Bill 23-271, which went into effect in early 2024, aims to enhance Colorado’s marijuana industry. A key provision allows licensed marijuana cultivators to source “genetic material” from approved entities in other jurisdictions. Genetic material is defined as material used to propagate cannabis plants, including:
Immature plants and small plant fragments with ≤0.3% D9 THC on a dry weight basis; Cannabis seeds, which grow into marijuana; and Tissue cultures.
This law significantly expands sourcing options for Colorado cultivators, including opportunities, both domestic and international. Colorado cultivators can now bring in popular OG strains from around the world.
The anticipated marketing frenzy, however, hasn’t fully materialized. The answer lies in the complexity of transporting genetics across state and international lines.
That’s where we come in. With years of experience advising clients on compliant cross-border transportation, we understand the nuances in the law. Below is a high-level overview of the challenges involved. If you or your clients are ready to make an impact in Colorado’s market, please reach out to me or my team— we’d be happy to assist.
Marijuana genetics: are they hemp or marijuana?