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Federal vs. State Approaches to Cannabis: Recent DEA Data Shows Increase In Enforcement While States Move Toward Decriminalization and Legalization

The Blunt Truth

According to recent data from the Drug Enforcement Administration , however, in 2021, federal law enforcement agents seized over 5.5 The history of the law surrounding this subject may offer insight. million marijuana plants and conducted more than 6,600 marijuana related arrests.

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The Changing Landscape of Medical Marijuana in Massachusetts: What Patients Should Know

Canna Care Docs

Contrary to some narratives of decline, recent data reveals a more nuanced pictureone of evolution, resilience, and an urgent need for continued support. Verified Dispensary Licensing Data: As of February 2025, the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) reports 87 expired or surrendered Medical Treatment Center (MTC) licenses.

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The Intelligent Robot Weed Trimmers Are Coming

The Cannigma

And given the remote locations of most cultivation operations, any budding trimmer must be comfortable with an all-inclusive, isolated work environment. The history of automation tells us that if anything is dull, dirty, or dangerous, really, you want to automate that,” Jon Gowa, CEO of Bloom Automation , tells Analytical Cannabis.

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Illinois proposes expanded canopy space for craft growers

Illinois News Joint

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA ) “will approve a craft grower’s request for an increase of canopy space based on the following criteria: The market need for additional cannabis production, as indicated by any of the following: Illinois adult use cannabis monthly sales figures Wholesale cannabis sales figures Inventory tracking data (..)

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Illinois again proposes expanded canopy space for craft growers

Illinois News Joint

1) A craft grower may request an increase of 3,000, 6,000 or 9,000 square feet of canopy space. 2) At no time may a licensed craft grower’s canopy space exceed the maximum canopy space provided for under the Act for a craft grower. 1) A craft grower may request an increase of 3,000, 6,000 or 9,000 square feet of canopy space.

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Illinois adopts new craft grow canopy rules

Illinois News Joint

Craft growers’ canopy modifications include the following: a) A craft grower may apply to the Department to increase its canopy space in increments of 3,000 square feet up to the maximum canopy space provided for under the Act for a craft grower. 1) A craft grower may request an increase of 3,000, 6,000 or 9,000 square feet of canopy space.

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Scientists say they can spot high-CBD strains just from their leaves

The Cannigma

The strains represented in this study may just reflect the preferences of cultivators in the Canadian market,” Jin explained. A short history of cannabis nomenclature. Cannabis is a special herbal medicine with a complex history of breeding and usage,” she added.

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