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America’s Missed Opportunity in the Global Marijuana Market

Canna Law Blog

is also forfeiting the opportunity to shape and lead the global marijuana supply chain for decades to come. marijuana producers into the global supply chain. With the global cannabis market expected to reach $82.3 Beyond lost market access, the U.S. How the U.S. How the U.S. If the U.S. 811(d)(1) authority.

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Colorado Certifies Second Hemp Compliance Testing Lab; New Pesticide List Awaits Implementation

Cannabis Law Report

Aurum joins Denver-based Botanacor Laboratories, which received state certification June 24, in the CDPHE’s push to implement new rules to test for pesticides in hemp products intended for human use or consumption (anything ingested or applied topically).

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

MMJ Recs

Recent trends indicate a growing interest in alternative forms of consumption, such as edibles, topicals, and concentrates, in addition to traditional flower products. Changes in regulations can have ripple effects throughout the industry, impacting supply chains, investment strategies, and consumer access to medical cannabis products.

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Is weed legal in Belize?

The Cannigma

There is no medical program nor legal adult use market, but possession of 10 grams or less and consumption on private property is decriminalized. Belize is one of the top countries in Central America when it comes to cannabis consumption, but buying, selling, and growing cannabis are illegal. FAQs about weed in Belize.

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Did the pandemic make cannabis beverages more popular?

The Cannigma

The biggest spike in consumption happened in March of 2020, when COVID-19 took off in North America, with some states seeing a 65-75% increase in sales. Women were the fastest growing demographic, with consumption growing 51% throughout 2020. A generational divide in pandemic cannabis consumption. So who was buying?

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Khiron Publishes Inaugural 2020 ESG Report, Demonstrating Commitment to Sustainability and Continued Market Leadership

Cannabis Law Report

Commissioned solar park to reduce energy consumption at production facility by up to 40%, while implementing initiatives to measure and reduce consumption of resources, including energy, water, and materials.

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How much does cannabis cost in the UK?

The Cannigma

billion and London was ranked #8 on a list of the top 10 cities for cannabis consumption in a 2018 study by WeedIndex. Operating on the black market means no one in the supply chain has to pay taxes or fees, saving the end customer money. A 2018 report found that the illegal cannabis market in the UK was valued at £2.6