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Report: Marijuana Legalization Not Associated with Adverse ‘Spillover’ Effects in Neighboring States
NORML
OCTOBER 9, 2019
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Cannabinoids for Scleroderma
Project CBD
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Two compounds that target the endocannabinoid system are currently in development to treat scleroderma – and they’re already in clinical trials. Pharmaceutical researchers have their sights set on developing a drug that bypasses CB1 while boosting CB2.
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Indicted Ukrainians sought Nevada cannabis licenses in all the wrong ways
Leafly
OCTOBER 11, 2019
Two Ukrainian associates of Rudy Guilani have been indicted in a scheme to obtain cannabis licenses in Nevada illegally. The post Indicted Ukrainians sought Nevada cannabis licenses in all the wrong ways appeared first on Leafly. Politics corruption licensing Nevada
ACLU Sues Pennsylvania County Over Medical Cannabis Policy
Cannabis Law Report
OCTOBER 12, 2019
The Pennsylvania chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has filed a lawsuit against Lebanon County, alleging that the county’s policy of barring people on probation from using medical cannabis violates state law. The county announced in early September that as of Oct.
A Multi-Faceted Approach To Treating Multiple Sclerosis With Marijuana
The Fresh Toast
OCTOBER 11, 2019
While muscle stiffness affects an estimated 90% of MS patients, a study of medical marijuana has shed light on how cannabinoids in marijuana may alleviate spasticity. Continue reading A Multi-Faceted Approach To Treating Multiple Sclerosis With Marijuana at The Fresh Toast.
Survey: Pain Patients Often Report Substituting Cannabis for Opioids
NORML
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Some four in ten adults who reported using both marijuana and opioids within the past year acknowledge either decreasing or ceasing their consumption of opioids as a result of substituting cannabis, according to an analysis of survey data published in the journal PLOS One.
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Massive power outage threatens NorCal cannabis harvest
Leafly
OCTOBER 9, 2019
Countless millions of dollars of crops could spoil over five days. The post Massive power outage threatens NorCal cannabis harvest appeared first on Leafly. Industry adult-use cannabis California cultivation disasters wildfires
Canada Votes 2019: The Federal Parties and their Cannabis Policies
Cannabis Life Network
OCTOBER 11, 2019
The 2019 Canadian federal election is looming, and with each passing day it seems that the polls are looking tighter and more volatile.
Benchmark Benchmark to Supply Cannabis to British Columbia
Canna Newswire
OCTOBER 7, 2019
Signs an Agreement with the B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch (BCLDB). VANCOUVER, British Columbia – October 7, 2019 / Canna Newswire / – Benchmark Botanics, Inc. (
Study: No Uptick in Violent Crime Following Adult Use Cannabis Legalization
NORML
OCTOBER 8, 2019
The enactment of statewide legislation permitting adult cannabis possession and sales is not associated with any significant or long-term uptick in criminal activity, according to data published in the journal Justice Quarterly. Investigators affiliated with the Department of Justice and Criminology at Washington State University assessed trends in monthly average crime rates in Colorado and Washington following legalization compared to various control states.
10 Cannabis Statistics You Really Need to Know
LIWTS
OCTOBER 9, 2019
In terms of its size, value and general popularity, America’s legal cannabis industry is setting new records on a daily basis. 11 states and the District of Columbia have so far legalized recreational cannabis, while 33 states plus DC now permit the use of medical marijuana.
How Hemptown USA strives to be a CBG leader
Leafly
OCTOBER 9, 2019
Hemptown USA specializes in the cultivation and research of novel cannabinoids like CBG, with the goal to educate consumers and retailers about the science of the endocannabinoid system. The post How Hemptown USA strives to be a CBG leader appeared first on Leafly.
Quebec will challenge court ruling that allowed cannabis plants to be grown at home
Cannabis Life Network
OCTOBER 10, 2019
QUEBEC — The Quebec government says it will appeal a decision invalidating parts of Quebec‘s cannabis law that prohibited home cultivation. On Sept.
BREAKING NEWS: Washington State Bans Flavored Vapor Products
Canna Law Blog
OCTOBER 10, 2019
On October 9, 2019, the Washington State Board of Health (“BOH”) voted to adopt emergency rules banning flavored vapor products, including marijuana products, in Washington State. The ban is effective as of October 10 and will run for 120 days.
Maine: Regulators Confident That Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Will Begin Next Spring
NORML
OCTOBER 11, 2019
Regulators at the Maine Office of Marijuana Policy affirmed this week that they expect adult-use marijuana sales to begin in the spring of 2020.
The Other Ukraine Story: Rudy Giuliani’s Ukraine fixers indicted in US cannabis corruption scheme
Cannabis Law Report
OCTOBER 12, 2019
Here’s what Leafly have to say.
Farm to freezer: Why ‘fresh-frozen’ is taking over the cannabis harvest
Leafly
OCTOBER 9, 2019
Freezing a cannabis harvest has gone from bizarre to mandatory. Here’s why. The post Farm to freezer: Why ‘fresh-frozen’ is taking over the cannabis harvest appeared first on Leafly. Growing Industry harvesting
How to date a non-toker
Cannabis Life Network
OCTOBER 13, 2019
Since Canada legalized cannabis, society has started to chill out. People who used to equate pot with heavy narcotics are learning the facts and the social stigma is breaking down. On top of that, there are lots of people who accept cannabis use now simply because the government is on board.
Vaping in Oregon: The Flavored Products Ban is Just the Beginning
Canna Law Blog
OCTOBER 7, 2019
On Friday, Oregon Governor Kate Brown issued Executive Order No. 19-09 (the “Order”), which directs the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) and the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to “take immediate action to address the vaping public health crisis.”
Clarifying NY State Decriminalization and Marijuana Possession Related Penalties
NORML
OCTOBER 9, 2019
There has been some confusion and misinformation circulating about what New York’s latest expansion of marijuana decriminalization means and what impact it will have on criminal prosecutions going forward. The Short Synopsis of the Offenses and Sentences. There are 2 provisions of New York’s Penal Law that relate marijuana-related offenses.
Oregon Vape Update
Cannabis Law Report
OCTOBER 11, 2019
As always a comprehensive set of links and resources from the Oregon Retailers Association. Oregon Retailers of. Cannabis Association. ORCA Special Update Email – 10.11.19. OLCC Flavored Vaping Product Ban.
The top 10 cannabis strains in California
Leafly
OCTOBER 11, 2019
With so many famous genetics coming out of the region, California is a great market to watch for potential trends—so we scoped out search interest on Leafly to see which cannabis strains are most popular in the Golden State. The post The top 10 cannabis strains in California appeared first on Leafly.
Pesticides: A retrospective
Cannabis Life Network
OCTOBER 13, 2019
The arsenal of pesticides available to licensed producers in Canada constantly changes as Health Canada‘s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) adds or removes permitted sprays, so here is a comprehensive list that will be kept consistently up to date with those changes.
Major Crime Rates Unaffected by Marijuana Legalization, According to Study
WeedAdvisor
OCTOBER 9, 2019
One thing alarmists love to say is that marijuana legalization will cause an increase in violent crimes, theft and other major offences. Of course, there has never been evidence to back up such scare tactics.
CBD Products and False Advertising Under the Lanham Act
Canna Law Blog
OCTOBER 11, 2019
A few weeks ago, I wrote a Hemp/CBD litigation forecast in which I predicted that at some point a CBD company will make use of the Lanham Act by claiming that a competitor is engaging in false or misleading advertising. See here ).
Hashish Smugglers Rescue Police Chasing Them In The Mediterranean
Cannabis Law Report
OCTOBER 6, 2019
A gang of drug smugglers learnt the hard way no good deed goes unpunished after they were arrested by three police officers they had just rescued from the sea.
Spray first, fix later: Why cannabis growers use pesticides and remove them after harvest
Leafly
OCTOBER 10, 2019
With all the challenges facing cannabis growers, synthetic pesticides can start to look good. But are they good to use, or safe? The post Spray first, fix later: Why cannabis growers use pesticides and remove them after harvest appeared first on Leafly. Growing pesticides
Cannabis-Induced Psychosis Unravelled
Cannabis Life Network
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Substantial claims, mistargeted research, and biased studies. These are characteristics of the muddy waters comprising cannabis research, but one tale remains stuck. Cannabis induced psychosis seems to be discussed without a proper analysis time and time again. So what is really going on?
Legalization 2.0: A Look at What is Coming This December
WeedAdvisor
OCTOBER 11, 2019
With about two months left until the government rolls out a variety of edibles and other popular products, it is important to understand what these are and the limitations around them.
Breakthrough Full-Spectrum CBD Products that Combine Powerful Natural Healing Ingredients Announced by Madrigal Creatives
Canna Newswire
OCTOBER 7, 2019
Product Lines for People and for Pets Offer High-Potency Benefits and Opportunity to Experience the Benefits of Living More. HOLLISTER, Calif.
Neil Feinberg, et al., Petitioners v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Cannabis Law Report
OCTOBER 9, 2019
Justices Won’t Hear Pot Biz’s Dispute Over Tax Deductions. The U.S.
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