Wagon Trail Hemp Farms prepares for impact of HB445

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Ala. – Wagon Trail Hemp Farms (WTHF) is preparing for sweeping changes as Alabama’s new hemp law, House Bill 445, takes full effect Jan. 1, 2026.

The measure, which transfers regulation of consumable hemp products to the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (ABC), will overhaul how and where hemp products can be sold statewide.

WTHF announced that online sales will no longer be permitted once the law takes effect. The company is offering customers a limited-time discount with the promo code LOYAL30 to encourage purchases before the ban.

“Online sales will no longer be available in Alabama. Again, all online sales are banned after January 1,” the company’s statement read. “We hope the discount is enough to say thank you for being our loyal customers. This is definitely not a goodbye, but a chance for us to once again set the bar higher and rise above it.”

Under HB445, all retail locations must be licensed by the ABC Board and limited to 21-and-older access. Eligible outlets include CBD stores, beverage stores, tobacco shops, pharmacies and grocery stores authorized to sell THC-infused drinks.

WTHF said it will continue distributing its THC-based products under its URBAL drink line, fully compliant with new restrictions. Gummies will contain 40 mg of Delta-9 THC per pack (four 10 mg gummies), while drinks will carry 5 mg. Each package will meet child-resistant packaging standards outlined in the law.

“Our gummies and drinks will be completely compliant with the new law,” the statement read. “There is no limit to how many four-packs you can purchase.”

Joey Robertson, managing partner of Wagon Trail Hemp Farms, said the business will adapt and continue serving customers across Alabama.

“We love you all and will continue to grow and serve as many people in Alabama as possible,” Robertson said. “We may have to rework our business plan, but we will come out stronger. The hemp industry has always had its ups and downs. This is just another obstacle to clear.”

According to the Alabama Legislature, the ABC Board will begin issuing and renewing licenses for manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers of consumable hemp products on Jan. 1, 2026. The board will also enforce packaging rules designed to prevent marketing to minors and regulate testing, labeling and distribution.

HB445 defines “consumable hemp products” as any finished product intended for ingestion or topical use containing hemp-derived cannabinoids. The law specifically excludes smokable hemp, including raw flower and pre-rolls, which will no longer be legal for sale in Alabama.

WTHF thanked customers for their continued support during the transition.

“We are so very appreciative to all of our customers, friends, and for lack of a better term, patients, that have trusted us with your health and well-being for the last six years,” the company said. “We will continue to operate and do the best that we can to serve your needs, but we all have a steep learning curve ahead of us.”