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Marijuana Legalization May Decrease Crime in Nearby States

CannaMD

Law enforcement, policy makers, and public citizens have long debated how recreational marijuana legalization influences crime and public safety. Data tells us that more arrests for marijuana trafficking and possession occur after marijuana legalization in neighboring states, concentrated at the bordering counties.

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There is no AOAC Certification on Cannabis

Medicinal Genomics

The Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC) publishes microbiological and chemical standards used globally to promote trade and to facilitate public health and safety. Some manufacturers are selling food safety testing methods to the cannabis market. Review the manufacturer’s validation data, and conduct your own validation.

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Here’s what you need to know about cannabis research

The Cannigma

Research funding is also up, and all of this data influences how we see, think and hear about the plant and its effects. Additionally, there are misleading practices of “p-hacking” where researchers can manipulate data through different statistical tests (thanks to modern computer programs) looking for statistically significant findings.

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Washington’s Hemp Plan

Canna Law Blog

WSDA will apply the measurement of uncertainty (+/- 0.06%) outlined in the USDA’s interim hemp rules to the reported THC concentration to determine if hemp material is in compliance with the 2018 Farm Bill. Producers must document the destruction or disposal of all noncompliant hemp and provide corresponding documentation to the WSDA.

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Understanding the American Heart Association’s Statement on Marijuana

CannaMD

This comprehensive document includes both a general summary of current research on cannabis use and more specific findings on its role in cardiovascular health and health risks. Thirdly, the statement notes that there are currently no “well documented” cardiovascular benefits of cannabis. ACUTE EFFECTS OF MARIJUANA.

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California Breaks With the FDA, Poised to Legalize Hemp Cannabinoids in Food and Beverage Products

Cannabis Law Report

But consumers who buy products in this unregulated CBD market have no access to data showing the actual CBD and THC content of these products and have no way to determine whether these products are free of adulterants. . Some background as to why there is no inter state market for industrial hemp CBD food and beverage products is in order.

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FDA Public Hearing & Comments On Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

The FDA published a Guidance Document in the Federal Register, outlining the topics regarding cannabis that they would like public comment on. It is refreshing when a Federal Agency demonstrates willingness to work with the hemp industry toward a common goal.

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