Association of American Feed Control Officials

The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) has made a notable decision in the realm of animal feed regulation by recognizing mechanically extracted hempseed meal as an approved ingredient for laying-hen feed. This approval allows for its inclusion in the feed diet up to a maximum of 20%, provided that the hempseed meal contains no more than 20 parts per million (ppm) of total CBD and 2 ppm of total THC.

This development is a significant step in expanding the range of ingredients permissible in animal feed, reflecting a growing interest in alternative and sustainable feed components.