WINFIELD, Kansas – Bloomer Botanicals, a locally‑owned hemp shop that has served Winfield for nearly a decade, announced it will close its doors on Nov. 15. The decision follows new federal regulations that limit the sale of cannabidiol (CBD) products and a state‑wide ban on kratom that took effect in July 2026.
Federal rule change hits CBD market
Sharon Gordon, the shop’s owner, explained that the latest federal guidance effectively ends the legal sale of many CBD items she carries. “Products with THC being another third to half of my sales, what little is left is not enough to support a business here,” Gordon said. The rule narrows the definition of permissible hemp‑derived products, leaving only a small portion of her inventory eligible for sale.
Kansas kratom prohibition compounds losses
Earlier this year Kansas lawmakers banned the entire kratom plant, a decision Gordon says wiped out roughly a third of her business. “Since the state of Kansas decided to ban the entire kratom plant, that was probably about a third of my sales,” she noted. The combined impact of the federal CBD restrictions and the state kratom ban left Bloomer Botanicals without a viable product mix.
Customers may turn to unregulated sources
Gordon expressed concern that regular customers, many of whom use hemp‑derived products for pain and anxiety, will now have to seek alternatives on the black market. “It’s the most short‑sighted and dangerous policy change they could’ve made, because now, in the black market, you don’t know what you’re going to get,” she warned, citing the risk of contaminated products that could contain harmful substances such as fentanyl.
Political backdrop
The story unfolds amid a still‑unresolved Kansas governor’s race. Democratic candidate Cindy Holscher, who has consistently supported marijuana legalization, currently leads in the polls. Republican candidate Ty Masterson, who opposes any form of legalization, remains a potential Senate President should he lose the gubernatorial contest. Gordon recalled a prior legislative effort: “The house already passed something a couple of years ago, but the senate killed it. The senate will do so again, I would bet.”
Impact on the community
Bloomer Botanicals has been a fixture in Winfield, offering a range of hemp‑derived products alongside educational resources for residents seeking natural relief options. Its closure underscores how shifting regulatory landscapes can affect small, family‑run businesses that rely on niche markets.
Looking ahead
Gordon plans to use the remaining weeks to clear inventory and thank loyal customers for their support. “We’ve really done pretty well over the last eight years. It’s breaking my heart that we have to close now,” she said. The shop’s final day of operation is set for Nov. 15, after which the storefront will cease business.
Original reporting: KWCH 12 (Gray) – local — read the source article.
