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What are synthetic and phytocannabinoids and how are they different?

Cannabis Life Network

Can we agree, cannabis nomenclature should stay within its field — to an extent? The definitions of natural and synthetic are definitive across Pharmacol literature, but cannabis tends to straddle the food industry and flamboyant definitions. Cannabinoids have definitive characteristics, but the origins of phytocannabinoids have become far too ambiguous to define as “natural” or […].

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Commercial Driving Licenses (CDLs) and Medical Cannabis

Leafwell

Can you be a CDL driver and a medical marijuana user at the same time? The simple answer is “No.” Laws are different for every state but commercial drivers are subject to federal regulations and, as cannabis is illegal at the federal level, becoming a medical marijuana patient may put your CDL at risk. A CDL is a commercial driver’s license and is a mandatory requirement if you wish to drive a.

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International and Cross-Border Tax Issues in the Cannabis Industry

Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

By: James A. Guadiana, Partne r and Nick Richards, Partner. The international cannabis market is growing rapidly. Currently, the North American market dominates the world scene. Because of the interest in the North American market, we can expect continued interest in the United States which should lead to further inbound investment. Additionally, the growing experience of U.S. cannabis entrepreneurs along with the desire for investment on the part of U.S. cannabis companies has led to expanded a

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Rhode Island: Senate Lawmakers Advance Adult Use Marijuana Legalization Bill

NORML

“Rhode Island is an island of prohibition in a sea of legalization.”. The post Rhode Island: Senate Lawmakers Advance Adult Use Marijuana Legalization Bill appeared first on NORML.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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CBD and Its Entourage

Project CBD

CBD works best in combination with THC and the full spectrum of other cannabis components.

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3 ways to use cannabis for wellness

The Cannigma

Much can be said about the potential of cannabis to improve human health. Scientific studies are being published almost every day showing the potential benefits of cannabis for everything from epilepsy to chronic pain to psoriasis and brain trauma. However, cannabis’ potential does not end at treating life-altering diseases and conditions. Marijuana can also be used to improve and enrich life in many other dimensions.

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Connecticut Becomes 18th State to Legalize Marijuana for Adults

NORML

“This legislation recognizes that the responsible use of marijuana by adults should not be a crime, and that those who carry the stigma of a criminal record for their past use of cannabis should receive relief.". The post Connecticut Becomes 18th State to Legalize Marijuana for Adults appeared first on NORML.

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CBG Impairs Brain Tumor Growth

CannaMD

A new study indicates that the cannabinoid known as CBG, which is found within marijuana, may provide therapeutic benefits for the treatment of glioblastoma, which is an aggressive form of cancer that affects the brain and spinal cord. This news reinforces previous findings which indicate that cannabinoids THC and CBD may have therapeutic benefits for […].

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New ‘Seeds of Change’ report rates states on cannabis equity, finds most lacking

Leafly

A Leafly investigation reveals causes of low Black ownership rates and highlights solutions to the industry's biggest challenge. The post New ‘Seeds of Change’ report rates states on cannabis equity, finds most lacking appeared first on Leafly.

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5 foods that can affect your high

The Cannigma

Everyone has a favorite album they like to pair with cannabis, a movie they really love to watch when high, or that special secluded spot in town where the view, the breeze, and the simple tranquility of it all can make it the perfect place to smoke a joint. But along with music and movies, there are also specific foods that can affect your high, and we don’t just mean in terms of the munchies.

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Louisiana: Governor Signs Bill into Law Repealing Ban on Medical Cannabis Flower

NORML

The measure allows patients to purchase up to two and a half ounces of medical cannabis flower per 14 day period. The post Louisiana: Governor Signs Bill into Law Repealing Ban on Medical Cannabis Flower appeared first on NORML.

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June 24: Carbon Credits & Hemp

Cannabis Law Report

WEBINAR. BONG SCORE. We apply our entirely subjective bong score to each event. 1 Don’t Bother Unless You Need A Well Deserved Sleep. 2 You Might Learn Something But We Hope You Didn’t Pay For It. 3 This is really something, interesting presenters, well worth the money, and i actually will learn something. BLURB. REGISTER NOW. JUNE 24, 2021, 2 pm MST.

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The best cannabis strains for every type of grower

Leafly

Growing your own weed is hugely rewarding. Indoor or outdoor, beginner or advanced—ILGM has you covered with the best cannabis strains for your grow. The post The best cannabis strains for every type of grower appeared first on Leafly.

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In legal weed states, employees are failing drug tests at record pace

The Cannigma

The number of employees testing positive for cannabis has soared over the past decade, especially in states with legal recreational marijuana, a recent report found. The 2021 Drug Testing Index carried out by Quest Diagnostics found that in states with legalized recreational marijuana , positivity rates for marijuana testing rose 118.2% from 2012 to 2020 (from 2.2% to 4.8%).

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Colorado: Governor Signs Law Imposing New Rules for Physicians Recommending Medical Cannabis, Young Adult Patients

NORML

The measure, which NORML opposed, was backed by a number of anti-cannabis organizations, including those opposed to the use of herbal cannabis as a therapeutic treatment in all situations. The post Colorado: Governor Signs Law Imposing New Rules for Physicians Recommending Medical Cannabis, Young Adult Patients appeared first on NORML.

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Continued Labor Movement Momentum in Cannabis

The Blunt Truth

This past month, United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) took a big step forward in its efforts to unionize cannabis employees. On May 25, 2021, UFCW announced an agreement to unionize the entire workforce of Union Harvest and Nature’s Root Labs. Nature’s Root Labs is the manufacturer for Union Harvest. This agreement encompasses workers in production, packaging, purchasing, sales and worker/customer education.

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A Proud Boy claimed marijuana made him storm the Capitol. Stoner Twitter owned him

Leafly

An accused insurrectionist says he 'smoked a significant amount of marijuana' before storming the Capitol. America's stoners set him straight. The post A Proud Boy claimed marijuana made him storm the Capitol. Stoner Twitter owned him appeared first on Leafly.

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Friday Book Club: The Art of Cooking Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

“ The Art of COOKING CANNABIS with CBD and THC-Infused Recipes from Across America – Tracey Medeiros. Who doesn’t love some solid marijuana edibles in their life? You can absolutely take your cannabis connoisseur game to the next level with this awesome book of cannabis recipes put together by author Tracey Medeiros. Do you know how to make a Vegan Hemp cream of mushroom soup?

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South Dakota: Supreme Court Won’t Rule on Challenge to Voter-Initiated Adult-Use Law Until After July 1

NORML

The circuit court's ruling striking down the law remains in effect until the Supreme Court either upholds or reverses the lower court's decision. The post South Dakota: Supreme Court Won’t Rule on Challenge to Voter-Initiated Adult-Use Law Until After July 1 appeared first on NORML.

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Cannabis fudge recipe

The Cannigma

From egg nog to latkes to fruit cake, the winter holidays are full of seasonal treats — and tons of opportunities to get high with or without your extended family. Fudge, that sugary, creamy confection that’s so popular at Christmastime, can be customized with all types of add-ons from pecans to marshmallow cream to salted caramel. But one special ingredient — cannabis butter — can make any fudge extra special, and make any day a holiday.

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We bought delta-8 THC at a head shop. Here’s what we found

Leafly

One product was made by a real company. The other two were fakes. That's not a good percentage. The post We bought delta-8 THC at a head shop. Here’s what we found appeared first on Leafly.

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World Psychedelics Day: Celebrating the Future of Psychedelic Medicine With Delic

Cannabis Life Network

Matt Stang has seen the future. When the former High Times owner was staring down the barrel of a possible life sentence for cannabis trafficking in 2010, he knew we’d already passed the event horizon — His sentence was somewhere in the epilogue of the war on drugs. Now, Stang is the CEO of Delic, […]. The post World Psychedelics Day: Celebrating the Future of Psychedelic Medicine With Delic appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 6/25/21

NORML

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML's Weekly Legislative Roundup! The post Weekly Legislative Roundup 6/25/21 appeared first on NORML.

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New Jersey: Companies Targeted By AG For Giving Away Cannabis Say It’s Just Scare Tactics

Cannabis Law Report

Breaking AC reports… Businesses giving away free cannabis with the purchase of other items say threats from the state attorney general won’t stop them. The governor signed legislation in February legalizing adult-use marijuana. But there is still nowhere for people to buy it as the state waits for the Cannabis Regulatory Committee to set the rules for licensing sales.

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Puff with pride: 8 fantastic queer-owned cannabis brands

Leafly

Every month is Pride when you can buy queer cannabis year-round from these incredible LGBTQIA+ weed brands. The post Puff with pride: 8 fantastic queer-owned cannabis brands appeared first on Leafly.

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Understanding Cannabis Terpenes and Their Effects

Veriheal

Many may not know that cannabis terpenes play a significant role in the benefits and effects of the cannabis plant. Cannabinoids such as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) also contribute to benefits but they are not the only players. In fact, terpenes interact with these chemical compounds and change effects. In order to benefit the most from cannabis consumption, the terpene content or profile of a strain is just as important as the cannabinoids. .

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The Week in Weed: June 25, 2021

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. Connecticut legalized adult-use cannabis. Rhode Island could soon follow. The Supreme Court declined to hear a case involving Section 280E. A federal marijuana research bill is making its way through Congress. And if you’d like a little cannabis in your seltzer, there’s a drink made just for you.

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New You, Inc. Subsidiary ST Brands Enters European Luxury Skin Care Market with Activation of Primus CBD Skincare

Cannabis Law Report

€25B annual European skincare market with burgeoning CBD demand. 60-year experience in skincare and dermatological products. Woman operated and owned. Highest quality products with already established EU compliance. Both Synthetic and Non-Synthetic CBD allows multiple advertising opportunities unavailable to non-synthetic CBD producers. CARLSBAD, Calif., June 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via NewMediaWire — New You, Inc.

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Charges laid in CannTrust scandal that rocked the Canadian cannabis industry

Leafly

Charges have been filed in a scandal seemingly straight out of a TV show—hidden grow rooms, possible unlicensed shipping overseas, and 12,500 kg of illegally grown weed destroyed. The post Charges laid in CannTrust scandal that rocked the Canadian cannabis industry appeared first on Leafly.

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Ediblocked: Why Can’t Some People Get High From Edibles?

Veriheal

Have you ever shared some edibles between friends, only to discover that one of you is feeling nothing at all? Well, Al McDonald has. The Boston Globe presented Al McDonald’s story as an example of a situation where a group of friends shared “a strong batch of pot-infused cookies” but he “got absolutely nothing from them”. McDonald even stated that he sat there like “aww man… everybody’s Hoverboard works except for mine”.

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