Impact of the Cannabis (Marijuana) Legal Landscape on Missouri Veterinarians

The legalization of recreational marijuana for humans in Missouri took effect December 8, 2022 and does not change the law as it applies to veterinarians and their patients. State laws legalizing marijuana use for people do not apply to cannabis use for animals.

The FDA has not approved cannabis for any use in animals. With the limited exception of the Epidiolex product, there are no cannabis-based products approved for use in animals, and use or prescription by veterinarians for animal patients is prohibited.

Below are the sections you will find in the Cannabis Research Memo from MVMA’s legal counsel dated January 5, 2023. The Cannabis Research Memo can be found at www.movma.org main page under the “Latest News” section.

• How is cannabis (marijuana) designated under federal and state law?

• What are important things for veterinarians to consider?

• What sections of the Veterinary Practice Act are relevant in determining what veterinarians can say to clients about cannabis?

• Can veterinarians give advice to clients about cannabis use for their animals?

• Are there current national developments to address the risk for veterinarians?

• What should veterinarians know about safety and efficacy of cannabis use for animals?

• What is Cannabis Toxicity?

• May banks service the cannabis industry?

• How does insurance come into play?

• What is the current legal landscape across the United States regarding cannabis?

Note: On January 26, 2023, FDA announced the existing regulatory framework for foods and supplements are not appropriate for CBD and will work with congress on a new way forward. MVMA will continue to monitor these efforts and make you aware of any changes.

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the future, however the timeline for implementing this requirement has not been determined.

2. Tag Cost Increase NEW TAG COST

Members: .25 per tag

Non-members: .30 per tag

The price of tags has increased five (5) cents due to the rise in costs. This increase for members and non-members took effect February 1, 2023. The last tag increase was in 2011.

MSFQAP: Helping producers realize the value of the investment they make in raising quality feeder cattle.

3. Change in Form Submission Requirements

LOT numbers for products used are no longer required on submission forms. The online form has been updated and the carbon copy paper forms will be updated. We will continue to use the forms we have until they run out.

As you know, the goal of the MSFQA Program is to help producers realize the value of the investment they make in raising quality feeder cattle. We hope these changes will keep the MSFQA Program at the forefront of the industry into the future. Thank you for your dedication to this program and making it successful for the veterinarians, producers, and consumers.