Hemp Sampling

At Dustin's Sampling Service, we provide certified USDA hemp sampling services. Our team of experts will come to your site to collect samples in a precise and methodical manner, ensuring all samples are representative of your crop. This service includes documentation and chain of custody procedures to ensure that your samples are compliant with USDA regulations. With our thorough sampling process, you can be confident that your hemp products are of the highest quality and ready for testing.

Service Pricing and Coverage

Our service offers an initial site visit and sample collection at a flat fee of $125.00. This fee ensures seamless and professional service eliminating unexpected costs, delays, or inconveniences, whether you are located in Catawba County or neighboring areas.

Additional samples are priced as follows:

  • 1-5 samples: $50 each
  • 6-10 samples: $45 each
  • 11+ samples: $40 each

We provide services not only in Catawba County but also in the following neighboring counties in North Carolina:
- Alexander County
- Iredell County
- Lincoln County
- Burke County

For locations beyond a 30-mile radius from Hickory, NC, an additional charge of $0.75 per mile applies. Please contact us for an exact quote based on your location.

Compliance Consulting Services

 

Our compliance consulting services are tailored to assist your business in navigating the intricate regulations governing hemp production. We offer a range of consulting services that encompass training for your staff, development of robust compliance strategies, and ongoing support to keep you informed about any regulatory changes. With our expertise, you will be well-prepared to meet all regulatory standards and mitigate the risk of costly penalties.

 Regulatory Reporting Services

 

Accurate regulatory reporting is crucial for hemp producers. Dustin's Sampling Service provides comprehensive regulatory reporting services to ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and submitted on time.

How It Works:

To ensure compliance with USDA regulations, we recommend contacting us at least 4 to 6 weeks before your planned or expected harvest date. This allows us to facilitate the process efficiently.

Certified Laboratories:

Under the U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program, laboratories conducting THC concentration testing for hemp must be registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for handling controlled substances by December 31, 2024. Please click on the link to the USDA laboratories specializing in hemp testing that meet DEA registration requirements.

Labs that we have used and recommend: 

National Science Laboratories(NSL) Gastonia NC

New Bloom Labs

Lab Fees:

In addition to the processing fee, growers are responsible for covering their lab fees.

NSL Gastonia:

To establish an account with NSL Gastonia click here.

For a NSL Sample submission form, FORM ST-3

New Bloom Labs:

To establish an account and see prices for sampling click here

See the column "Plant Compliance Potency" 

If you already have an account please be advised that their prices have changed.

Contact and Info

For more general inquiries about the USDA hemp program, please visit their website:

USDA Hemp Program at https://www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/hemp or contact them at farmbill.hemp@usda.gov.

To book your hemp sampling appointment or inquire about my services, feel free to reach out to me at dustins.sampling@gmail.com