Grow with Munster Hemp
Get started on your journey into hemp cultivation with full support from seed to harvest.
Munster Hemp Farmers Network
Hemp is booming, and we're growing a network of Irish farmers in Munster to supply premium hemp—for profit, pride, and a better planet.
Why Grow Hemp with Us?
For the Young Guns:
- Innovate: Tap into a cutting-edge crop with global demand—CBD oils, eco-textiles, and more.
- Green Vibes: Hemp's low-water, soil-healing mojo fits your sustainable goals.
- Cash Flow: Quick 3-4 month cycles mean faster returns.
For the Experienced Hands:
- Steady Pay: Reliable contracts with fair rates, no guesswork.
- Easy Switch: Fits into crop rotation—grows like a dream on your land.
- Legacy: Pass down a farm thriving in a new market.
What You Get
- Seeds & Know-How: Top hemp strains (CBD-rich or industrial) and hands-on training—newbie or veteran, we've got you.
- Full Support: Licence help, land prep (slurry, ploughing, sowing), and harvesting—we handle it.
- Guaranteed Buy: We purchase your crop, with higher quality earning higher payouts.
- Local Pride: Your harvest powers our award-winning products, all made in Ireland.
Who We Need
- Young Farmers: Got 10+ acres and a hunger for something fresh? Let's talk.
- Seasoned Farmers: Want a low-risk way to diversify? Hemp's your answer.
- Any Farmer: Passion for the land and an open mind—experience not required.
Even if you've tried growing hemp before without success, Munster Hemp is here to help you try again—with expert support, guaranteed buy-back, and the opportunity to turn your harvest into products sold on our site. If you've already created hemp products, we'll partner with you to bring them to market, crediting your work and location—Learn More.
How It Works
- Reach Out: Tell us about your farm—size, location, goals.
- Connect: We'll visit or call to hash out details.
- Grow: Plant with our seeds, advice, and backing—then cash in.
Hemp & Your Farm Payments – The Real Story
Wondering if growing hemp means losing your farm payments? Here's what actually matters for Irish farmers under BISS and most direct payment schemes:
- Hemp is eligible: Hemp is officially recognised as an arable crop under the Basic Income Support for Sustainability Scheme (BISS), if you follow all the rules.
- Register your field: The land you plant hemp on must be registered in your herd number/area aid application like any other crop.
- Licensed seed only: Only approved EU hemp seed varieties (THC ≤ 0.3%) are permitted for support. Save your seed labels and paperwork!
- HPRA license required: You must have a current hemp cultivation license from the Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA).
- Under Irish law, the leaves and flowers of hemp must be destroyed after harvest—no processing or sale unless regulations change.
- Licenses take time. Apply early—HPRA processing can cause delays.
Bottom line: Grow hemp the right way and you keep your payments—just like with any other crop.
Always double-check: Rules can change. Talk to your Teagasc advisor or your agricultural consultant before sowing.
Conventional Farming vs. Hemp: Why Switch?
Traditional farming—whether beef, dairy, or crops—can be unpredictable, with weather swings, market volatility, and high costs. Hemp offers a smarter option: seasoned farmers can start small with just 1 acre, keeping their existing operations intact while enjoying steady, low-risk income, while young farmers can scale up for bold, rapid growth. We buy your hemp crop—simple, secure, and sustainable.
| Conventional Farming | Hemp | |
|---|---|---|
| Growth Time | 6-24 months | 3-4 months |
| Risk | High (weather, markets) | Low (1 acre start) |
| Profit | Variable, volatile | Stable, guaranteed |
| Appeal | Tradition (older, keep most) | Innovation (young, scale up) |
Testimonials
"I'm 28, started with 15 acres—harvested in 4 months and made bank. Hemp's my jam now."
"At 62, I wasn't sure. Munster Hemp made it easy—good money, no hassle."
Young or young-at-heart, let's grow hemp together. Join Now
FAQ: Growing Hemp with Munster Hemp
About 1,000-1,500 plants, yielding 500-1,000 kg of biomass. We buy it all—low effort, high return!
No—standard tools like a tractor or even hand gear for 1 acre work fine. For larger fields, a seeder and basic harvester are enough. We'll guide you on setup.
3-4 months. Test small and cash in by summer, or scale up fast—your call. We pay promptly after harvest, so you're not waiting on payments.
Yes—THC < 0.2%, EU-legal, lab-tested. We handle licensing support to ensure compliance, so you can grow with peace of mind.
Hemp can yield €2,000-€5,000 per acre depending on quality and strain, often outpacing traditional crops like barley (€1,000-€1,500/acre). Plus, our guaranteed buy-back ensures you don't face market risks.
Risks are low but include weather (hemp prefers well-drained soil), pests (rare but manageable), and THC compliance (we test to ensure legality). We provide pest management tips and cover compliance costs.
Absolutely—global demand for CBD, hemp fiber, and seeds is soaring. In Ireland, we're seeing growth in wellness products, textiles, and even construction materials. We connect you directly to buyers, so your crop always has a market.
Yes! Hemp fits easily into crop rotation and doesn't compete with livestock. Many farmers start with 1-2 acres while maintaining their dairy or beef operations. It's a low-risk way to diversify.
We're with you every step: from seed selection and planting advice to soil testing, pest control tips, and harvesting guidance. We also offer on-site visits or virtual check-ins to ensure your crop thrives.
We minimise risks with expert advice, but if a crop fails due to unforeseen issues (like extreme weather), we'll work with you to replant at a reduced cost and provide extra support to get you back on track.