GREAT FALLS — Montana's hemp industry, which has become a significant contributor to the state's agricultural economy, is facing potential devastation from proposed federal legislation that could eliminate the crop entirely.

The Hemp Industry & Farmers of America reports that hemp supports $13 billion in U.S. wages, with Montana consistently ranking among the nation's leading producers.

However, language in federal appropriations legislation threatens to shut down the industry by lowering the allowable THC threshold from the current 0.3% to zero percent.

Tim McGonigal reports - watch the video: Montana hemp industry faces uncertain future as legislation threatens agricultural sector

"As it's written right now, it would shut our business down," said Pat Farrell, who runs Big Sky Sci

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