Understanding Castor Bean Regulations in Oklahoma Agriculture
Hello, Oklahoma City attorney Dillan Savage with Wirth Law Office, and I primarily practice in the Oklahoma City, Oklahoma area.
Today, we’re going to talk about the castor bean—a very specific topic that mainly affects individuals in the commercial agriculture industry.
Legal Implications of Growing Castor Beans
If you plan to commercially grow food in Oklahoma, it’s important to know that the commercial production of the castor bean is illegal in this state. If you are found to be commercially producing castor beans, you can be charged with a misdemeanor and fined up to $500.
The reason for this restriction is that castor beans contain ricin, a highly toxic substance.
Transportation Regulations for Castor Beans
Additionally, if you are transporting commercially produced castor beans—even if they were grown in another state—you cannot transport more than 50 pounds through Oklahoma. If you do, you may again face a misdemeanor charge and a fine of up to $500.
Oklahoma takes the presence of ricin in castor beans very seriously and enforces these limits strictly.
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