Variety decisions “In March 2021, the Texas Department of Agriculture listed 413 approved varieties. This is different from a certified variety,” Trostle explained. “Many are probably about the same. More than 29 have Cherry in their names, spinoffs of the common variety Cherrywine.” Production options Producers also need to determine how they will grow hemp. “There is more than one way to grow CBD hemp,” he said. It can be started with either seed or planting stock. Variety will affect the percent of CBD in the dried material. He said producers may select various planting patterns, irrigation systems, harvest methods and timing, and drying options.