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Behind the Buds: Examining Job Conditions in the Cannabis Cultivation Industry

Veriheal

In January 2022, a devastating incident shook the U.S. It demonstrates the urgent need for increased awareness and safety measures to protect workers in this evolving field. Here’s what happened and what it could mean for the future of cannabis cultivation safety. By January 2022, her respiratory issues had worsened.

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The history and science of psychedelics: from acid and shrooms to ketamine and salvia

The Cannigma

History: Magic mushrooms have likely been consumed as long as humans have roamed the earth – or possibly longer, according to Terrance McKenna’s “Stoned Ape Theory,” which suggests human evolution and language development was expedited by these mushrooms. History: Bufo is a slang term for the poisonous secretions of certain toads.

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National Hemp Association and Hemp Feed Coalition Join Forces to advance hemp as animal feed

Cannabis Law Report

Washington, DC, June 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today the National Hemp Association (NHA) and the Hemp Feed Coalition (HFC) announced the formation of a mutually beneficial partnership to accelerate the goal of each organization to obtain approvals for hemp as an animal feed ingredient. Here’s their press release.

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DEA Approves Cocaine Derivative for Parkinson’s Research. Why Not Cannabis?

Veriheal

So in November 2022, the federal government officially announced its decision to declassify the cocaine derivative used in diagnosing Parkinsonian syndromes. The decision marked a critical moment in history and highlighted progress toward a more comprehensive regulation of drugs with potential medical uses.

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UC Hastings : “UC Hastings Law Grads Oversee San Francisco Cannabis Rules and Programs”

Cannabis Law Report

Two UC Hastings Law graduates are on the frontlines of regulating a growing multibillion-dollar cannabis industry in a city with storied history and connection to cannabis culture. Gooch, who joined the office in January 2022, was previously an assistant district attorney for San Francisco.

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CBD Ban: Brits Take Up Fight And Send Lawyers To Brussels

Cannabis Law Report

London law firm Mackrell Turner Garrett, together with a leading food and trading standards barrister, were instructed by the Cannabis Trades Association UK (CTA) to make representations to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). US analysts say CBD could be a $22bn market by 2022; by comparison, any EU sector would larger.

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