In North Carolina, where recreational cannabis sales are not permitted and a robust medical cannabis program has yet to be established, the education focus is contracted on industrial hemp. Local schools are developing specialized curricula centered on hemp to provide residents with educational opportunities in this emerging field. These programs emphasize areas such as hemp cultivation, agricultural research, and business applications, offering pathways for North Carolinians to gain valuable skills in this rapidly growing industry.
Below are the cannabis-related agricultural degrees currently offered by accredited institutions in North Carolina:
Educational Institution | Examples of Available Programs | Type of Certification |
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NORTH CAROLINA AGRICULTURAL AND TECHNICAL STATE UNIVERSITY | - Program for small-scale producers interested in growing Industrial Hemp | - |
UNIVERSITY OF MOUNT OLIVE | - Bachelor of Arts in Agricultural Communication & Leadership and Agribusiness | BA |