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California Cannabis Crops Threatened by Wildfires More Than Any Other Type of Agriculture

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The state’s rich wildlife and property-speckled scenery are at risk of being damaged by the blazing infernos, not to mention the state’s profit-yielding agricultural crop. Cannabis is one of the top five revenue-generating agricultural commodities across the state. Crown fire potential. Ember production and movement. Topography.

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Alert: Massachusetts Permits the Use of Pesticides in Cannabis and Hemp Cultivation

Cannabis Law Report

On November 30, 2022, the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (“MDAR”) updated its policy to allow the use of certain pesticides in cannabis cultivation. This new policy applies to both cannabis and hemp cultivation. This resulted in the initial prohibition […].

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USA: National Craft Cannabis Coalition Forms to Promote Policies That Support Small Cannabis Producers

Cannabis Law Report

Legally recognizing cannabis farming as agriculture and allowing craft producers to sell directly to consumers is essential to small operators, consumers, and patients across the U.S.”. Mark Barnett, Policy Director at the Maine Craft Cannabis Association. Oregon’s Cannabis Farm Advocates. as cannabis becomes federally legal.”.

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The Untold Story of Black Hemp Farmers in America

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However, hidden within the annals of agricultural history lies a lesser-known narrative – the story of Black hemp farmers. These pioneers played a pivotal role in the cultivation and success of the hemp industry. Thus, leading to a significant gap in our understanding of the broader agricultural landscape.

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Sonoma County Approves Plan to Speed Up Cannabis Cultivation Permits

Cannabis Law Report

Sonoma County supervisors approved the use of $370,000 in one-time funds last week to deal with the backlog of cannabis permit applications and gather input from the public as it develops cannabis policy goals for a revised ordinance.

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Ohio Cultivator and Non-profit Organization Offer Education Program in Cultivation

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An Ohio non-profit organization and a cannabis cultivator are working together to help individuals who have been incarcerated for cannabis-related charges to receive education in cannabis cultivation. Three Programs in Ohio Teach All Angles of Cultivation. URC Grows is split up into three programs. View original article.

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Washington State Might Modify its Cannabis Policies

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The 2021 legislative session is set to see some changes to cannabis policy. Cultivation of any amount of cannabis in the state of Washington without a license is considered a felony punishable by five years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine. Legal Cultivation at Home. The Key Changes Activists are Pursuing. Social Equity.

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