Can CBD be grown? Explanations & Advice

You would like to grow CBD at home, but be careful—in Ireland, it is illegal! Even though CBD is permitted in certain products, its cultivation is strictly regulated. I will explain what the law allows, what it prohibits, and the risks involved.

Things to remember

• The personal cultivation of hemp or CBD by an individual is prohibited, even with legal seeds.
• Seuls les agriculteurs enregistrés peuvent cultiver du chanvre selon des variétés autorisées (THC < 0,3 %).
• Penalties are real if the crop does not comply with legal requirements.

What do authorized varieties, certified seeds, and THC levels mean?

The concept of authorized varieties means that the variety of hemp you want to grow is included on a national or European list. These varieties are tested to ensure that their THC content remains below or equal to 0.3%. This prevents the use of varieties that are too psychoactive.

It is impossibleto buy certified seeds just anywhere. You need an approved supplier, and the batch must have a certificate proving its conformity (origin, genetics, THC content). This also serves as traceability in case of inspection.

Concernant le taux de THC, la loi a été mise à jour pour aligner la France sur les normes européennes. Ainsi, le taux légal est maintenant de < 0,3 % dans les plantes et les produits finis. Au-delà, les plantes sont considérées comme contenant des stupéfiants ou susceptibles de l’être.

Personal culture vs. professional culture: what is possible and what is prohibited

If you're a private individual, sorry, but growing  CBD at home is prohibited, evenif you comply with the authorized varieties or the THC content is low. The law does not allow you to grow for personal use.

If you are an official farmeror agricultural business, everything changes. You can grow hemp legally, provided you comply with all the mandatory conditions. This means you must use certified seeds from authorized varieties and monitor the THC content to ensure it complies with regulations. You must also submit administrative declarations and cooperate in the event of inspections.

Even for professionals, certain parts of the plant (such as flowers or leaves) may be subject to restrictions under current regulations. The status of raw flowers remains delicate depending on the texts in force and their interpretations.

Precautions before testing CBD

I'd rather warn you, even though CBD is legal and well tolerated by most people, there are a few precautions to take before you start.

Always check the quality of the product. Choose transparent brands, such as Mama Kana, which publish their laboratory analyses proving that the THC content is well below 0.3%.

Start with small doses. There is no universal dose for CBD, so it's best to start with a low dose and increase it slowly, observing how your body reacts.

Above all, if you suffer from a diagnosed psychological disorder (depression, severe anxiety, bipolar disorder, etc.), talk to your doctor. CBD can interact with certain medications and should not replace medical supervision.

By following these rules, you reduce risks and ensure a better experience.

What are the risks and penalties for illegal cultivation?

If you take the risk of growing CBD without complying with the law, here's what you're exposing yourself to:

• Destruction of plants or seizure if cultivation is detected.
• Fines, or even criminal penalties depending on the extent and nature of the non-compliance with standards.
• Liability in the event of production with THC above the legal threshold or without declaration.

Can you buy CBD seeds in Ireland

But then, can you still buy CBD seeds in Ireland La Mama confirms that yes, you can legally buy CBD seeds in Ireland, but be aware that these seeds are sold for collection purposes only, not for cultivation.

They can come from authorized hemp varieties and are available from specialized seed banks.

Sellers always specify that these seeds are intended to be kept as collectibles or souvenirs.

On the other hand, if you germinate them, you are breaking the law, as cultivation remains strictly prohibited for private individuals.

So you can buy them and keep them, but you can't use them to produce CBD flowers.

What you can do instead

Even if you thought you were "doing it just for yourself," the law leaves no gray areas for private cultivation. Drug enforcement authorities can intervene.

So, I prefer to tell you frankly: there's no point in taking risks with culture. 

Today, you have a wide selection of high-quality CBD products available legally, such as those in our online store. You can find ready-to-use flowers, oils, resins, and much more.

Buying these products from reputable sellers such as Mama Kana ensures you get a safe, lab-tested product that complies with the law, while avoiding penalties.