Thus far, the steps toward certified licensure for New York cannabis cultivators have been restrictive and slow. After an initial application process open to hemp growers alone, no new plans have been laid out to broaden or otherwise open up the applicant pool. Still, there are steps the eligible can take to remain ahead of the curve when, eventually, the application portal does re-open. As we’ll go on to outline in step 4, there’s even a potential backdoor for the many who fail to meet the state’s fairly restrictive application criteria. In this post we’ll outline a 4-step plan for determining your eligibility, staying on top of the application window, and preparing your materials well in advance. So let's see how to get a grow license in NY?