KOWR registration for hemp cultivation – step-by-step guide

How to register with KOWR – guide

How to register hemp cultivation with KOWR – step by step

Growing industrial hemp in Poland is legal, but it requires an entry in the register of industrial hemp producers kept by the National Support Centre for Agriculture (KOWR).

Step 1. Buy certified seed

Only certified varieties listed in the EU catalogue may be grown. The seed invoice must be issued to the applicant. Keep the original official labels from the seed bags – you will need them for KOWR and for ARiMR subsidies.

Step 2. Prepare the documents

application for entry in the register of industrial hemp producers (form available from KOWR),
copy of the seed purchase invoice,
copy of the seed bag label,
proof of payment of the stamp duty (PLN 30),
landowner's consent – if you grow on leased land.

The application states the variety, purpose of cultivation, land parcel numbers and the cultivated area (to within 5%).

Step 3. Apply before sowing

Submit the application to the director of the KOWR regional branch responsible for your place of residence or registered office – via ePUAP, e-rolnik.gov.pl, by post or in person.

Step 4. Wait for the entry

KOWR has 14 days to process the application. The entry has no expiry date.

Step 5. Obligations after registration

Report any change of variety, area or location to KOWR within 14 days. If you apply for subsidies, submit the original seed labels to ARiMR by the required deadline.

Regulations may change – check the current requirements with your KOWR branch before sowing.

Need help? Call +48 665 666 346 or e-mail info@moderia.pl.