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4 Reasons Why Total Count Microbial Tests Are Poor Safety Indicators

Medicinal Genomics

Several articles have been published recently describing the challenges of microbial testing on cannabis and hemp. We believe a better way to ensure consumer safety is to perform species-specific tests that target known pathogenic organisms, such as A. One thing that all these articles have in common is total count tests. fumigatus, A.

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A NORML Reminder: Beware of COVID-19 Cure All Claims

NORML

The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws wishes to reiterate its message that cannabis consumers and others beware of online misinformation surrounding the use of either whole-plant cannabis or CBD as a potential remedy for the COVID-19 virus. Some of these marketers are explicitly targeting cannabis consumers.

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How Does Cannabis Legalization Impact Health, Equity, and Economy in Michigan?

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Health Effects of Cannabis Legalization in Michigan The health effects of cannabis legalization in Michigan encompass both potential benefits and risks for residents. Legalization may offer expanded access to medical cannabis for patients suffering from various conditions, providing alternative treatment options and symptom relief.

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The Economic Impact of the Medical Marijuana Industry: Trends and Projections

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This burgeoning industry encompasses a wide range of activities, including cultivation, processing, distribution, and retail sales of medical cannabis products. Demographic shifts also play a role, with older adults increasingly turning to medical cannabis for pain management and symptom relief.

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California Governor Proposes a Cannabis Tax Reduction in an Effort to Shore Up the Legal Market

Cannabis Law Report

Gavin Newsom introduced proposed revisions to his 2022-2023 budget proposal, which would eliminate the cannabis cultivation tax rate beginning July 1, 2022. The 15% excise tax on cannabis sales would remain, and the collection and remittance of that tax would be limited to retail sales beginning January 1, 2023.

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The Evolution of Medical Marijuana: From Stigma to Acceptance in the US

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Cannabis was commonly utilized in various medicinal preparations and tinctures, and it was listed in the US Pharmacopeia until the early 20th century. Key milestones, such as California’s Proposition 215 in 1996, paved the way for a cascade of state initiatives legalizing medical cannabis.

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Americans for Safe Access (ASA) has released a report examining the efficacy of state medical cannabis laws.

Cannabis Law Report

The organization has, they say, ……evaluated patient access, affordability, equity, and product safety. With a decline in legislative improvements in state medical cannabis programs, millions of patients are left with limited or no access,” ASA Executive Director Debbie Churgai said. “It Pennsylvania State Rep.

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