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Connecticut: Medical Marijuana Home Grow Law Takes Effect

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Patients who are registered with the state’s medical cannabis access program may now legally grow cannabis for their own personal use. The post Connecticut: Medical Marijuana Home Grow Law Takes Effect appeared first on NORML.

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‘Billions’ finale will show sticky-icky side of federal weed prohibition

Leafly

The gap between federal and state regulations can form a dangerous trap for buzzing entrepreneurs – Here’s how to navigate the green void. The post ‘Billions’ finale will show sticky-icky side of federal weed prohibition appeared first on Leafly.

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South Dakota: Legislative Committee Votes to Rescind Home Grow Rights From State’s Medical Cannabis Access Law

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Subcommittee members decided 6 to 4 to eliminate the ability for qualified patients to home-cultivate marijuana. Nearly 70 percent of voters decided in favor of the ballot Measure (Measure 26) last November, which allows patients to either obtain cannabis from state-licensed dispensaries or to grow it themselves. The post South Dakota: Legislative Committee Votes to Rescind Home Grow Rights From State’s Medical Cannabis Access Law appeared first on NORML.

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Turning 21? What you need to know about cannabis

Leafly

Start low. Go slow. Don’t crossfade. The post Turning 21? What you need to know about cannabis appeared first on Leafly.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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Weekly Cannabis Roundup October 1

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LA is addressing the ramifications of the war on drugs with almost 60,000 cannabis conviction dismissals, Chris Webber and his business partner smashed some concrete on Tuesday to initiate the construction of an innovative cannabis facility in Detroit, and one of the nation’s largest cannabis companies is transforming farmland near an old federal prison into a “cannabis campus.” Let’s dive into this week’s cannanews. 58,000 Cannabis Convictions Will Be Dismissed in

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Do BC Covid cases justify vaccine passports in the cannabis sector?

Cannabis Life Network

Certain non-essential services in provinces like Ontario and British Columbia now require customers to be vaccinated. But, how does the skeptical process provincial governments use to report Covid cases to justify vaccine passports in the cannabis sector? Cannabis — a medicine for many — was deemed an essential service during the pandemic in BC. This […].

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‘Billions’ finale will show sticky-icky side of federal prohibition

Leafly

The gap between federal and state regulations can form a dangerous trap for buzzing entrepreneurs – Here’s how to navigate the green void. The post ‘Billions’ finale will show sticky-icky side of federal prohibition appeared first on Leafly.

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CBD For Anxiety: How CBD Helps Anxiety and Panic Attacks

Cannabis Life Network

You may have heard, “CBD helps anxiety.” With the impact of Covid-19 and beyond, stress is climbing at an alarming rate. Stress affects our mental state, leading to other health concerns like anxiety and depression. CBD use is on the rise, yet many are still unaware of how CBD can help anxiety and depression. When […]. The post CBD For Anxiety: How CBD Helps Anxiety and Panic Attacks appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Leafwell’s Most Popular Medical Cannabis Articles of September 2021

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Did you miss any of the educational blogs about medical cannabis and what it means to be a medical marijuana patient in the US? Here’s our round-up of the best article we published in September 2021. Click through to read each piece: What are the benefits of cannabis oils and tinctures? Your intro guide to cannabis oils and tinctures, and why they’re great options for medical cannabis patients.

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Western Australia: Police seize over a kilogram of marijuana from cancer survivor

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The ABC (Australia) reports. A woman battling cancer has been fined $1,200 after police discovered over a kilogram of marijuana in her home during a welfare check. Key points: A Great Southern woman has pleaded guilty to several drug charges. Police seized 1.2 kilograms of marijuana from the woman’s property. The plants were used to ease pain and mental health issues.

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An introduction to cannabinoids: Everything you need to know

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Studies show that cannabis may be helpful for numerous conditions, from nausea and chronic pain to neurological disorders. If you already have a medical marijuana prescription, you know this on a personal level. But have you ever wondered exactly how it works? The answer involves the many compounds, called cannabinoids, that occur naturally in the cannabis plant.

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First legal medicinal cannabis product in Ireland lacks evidence base, specialist warns

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The Irish Times reports. The first legal medicinal cannabis product will be available to eligible patients from next month, but a specialist consultant has said he would not prescribe it due to the absence of a scientific evidence base for its efficacy. CannEpil, a cannabis-based oral solution intended for drug-resistant epilepsy, is due to be accessible from mid-October as part of the Health Service Executive’s (HSE) Medicinal Cannabis Access Programme (MCAP).

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Why You Should Try CBD Pain Patches for Targeted Relief

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CBD has been helping millions of Americans cure their pain without the use of prescription medications. CBD comes in a variety of products that bring pain relief to the individual; vape products, sublingual oil , and topical balms. Most people use cannabidiol to help relieve stress, anxiety, depression, and numerous mental health disorders. For more targeted relief you should try CBD pain patches.

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MindMed Announces Appointment of Andreas Krebs and Carol Vallone as Directors and Transition of Bruce Linton

Cannabis Law Report

Press release. NEW YORK, Sept. 30, 2021 /CNW/ — Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc. (NASDAQ: MNMD) (NEO: MMED) (DE: MMQ) (“MindMed” or the “Company”), a leading biotech company developing psychedelic-inspired therapies, is pleased to announce that its board of directors has appointed Mr. Andreas Krebs and Ms. Carol Vallone as directors of the Company, effective immediately.

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Answer of the Day for Oct 2, 2021

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Does marijuana impact platelet function? Yes. Some cannabinoids have antiplatelet and antithrombogenic effects. However, in some instances marijuana use has been reported to have the opposite effect and promote platelet aggregation. Meah, F., Lundholm, M., Emanuele, N. et al. The effects of cannabis and cannabinoids on the endocrine system. Rev Endocr Metab Disord (2021).

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BetterLife Files Patent for TD-0148A for Treatment of Cluster Headaches and Related Disorders

Cannabis Law Report

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BetterLife Pharma Inc. (“BetterLife” or the “Company”) (CSE: BETR / OTCQB: BETRF / FRA: NPAU ), an emerging biotech company focused on the development and commercialization of cutting-edge treatments for mental disorders, is pleased to announce it has applied for patent protection of new compositions of 2-bromo-LSD for its use in the treatment of cluster headaches, neuropathic pain and range of mental health conditions, in

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Another Academic Study Tells Us What We Knew in 88! “RAVING AND PSYCHEDELICS CREATE “MEANINGFUL SOCIAL BONDS”, STUDY FINDS”

Cannabis Law Report

We love an academic study that points out the blindingly obvious 30 years later… Raving and psychedelics create “meaningful social bonds”, a new study has found. In new findings published in Frontiers in Psychology, as part of a research paper dubbed I Get High With A Little Help From My Friends, researchers have “identified prosocial behaviours and bonding amongst people who attend raves” using a novel model of ritual engagement featuring the “4Ds”: dance, drums, s

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Thank God For The Young …. 19-Year-Old New Hampshire Lawmaker Prepares Bills To Decriminalize Psilocybin And All Drugs

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana Moment reports. The Granite State’s legislature is currently under GOP control, and that’s created complications for lawmakers hoping to join their neighbors in ending cannabis prohibition and establishing a regulated sales system. Rep. Tony Labranche (D) wants to see that policy change enacted, but he also has his eyes set on ending the drug war more holistically.

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Cannabis Law: What You Need To Know?

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana is effective for treating a wide range of ailments. It has several health benefits as well. Yet the lack of scientific knowledge on its effect has also driven legalization for it too. Despite the benefits, strict laws prevail in accidents involving a marijuana DUI. The Current Laws Regarding use Of Marijuana. As knowledge of the health benefits of marijuana use spread, more states permit its use.

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Harvest Health sells to Trulieve for $2B

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Obviously this one will be all over the news all week. The sale of Tempe-based Harvest Health & Recreation Inc. closed on Oct. 1, creating the largest and most profitable U.S. cannabis operator. CEO Steve White discusses what’s next for him and Arizona operations. [link]. Florida Politics has a great report . With the sale of Harvest’s Florida license, the company has plenty of cash to grow.

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Chill Brands Group PLC Announces Strategic Partnership with Viridian Capital Advisors

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Chill Brands Group plc (LON:CHLL) (OTCQX:ZOEIF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Viridian Capital Advisors as a strategic advisor in connection with capital raising strategy, M&A strategy, development of its board of directors and investor relations. Highlights. In June 2014 , Viridian Capital Advisors (“Viridian” or “VCA”) was founded as one of the first financial and strategic advisory firms in the U.S. cannabis/hemp industry, with a team of seasoned advis

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Illegal cannabis grow operation found to be supplying unlicensed dispensaries in mid-Wilshire area

Cannabis Law Report

LA Cannabis News reports on a perfect example of why these illegal grows can afford to work on such a large scale. Both end of the operation need to be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. An illegal marijuana grow operation that had been supplying unlicensed dispensaries in the Mid-Wilshire area and other Los Angeles areas was busted this week following months of investigation.

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Forbes: Audacious rule-breakers are gaming California’s supposedly strict “track-and-trace” system

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Forbes reports. The outlaw’s Bordeaux, California cannabis has for decades fetched a premium price—and serious profit—for anyone with the chutzpah to smuggle pounds out-of-state. Marijuana legalization has not changed this. Jars featuring the familiar packaging of the West Coast’s most-hyped brands line the shelves of high-end cannabis speakeasies in New York City.

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Department of Cannabis Control Announces $100 Million Local Jurisdiction Assistance Grant Program

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ALERT. SACRAMENTO, CA – The recently-established Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) today unveiled guidelines and application requirements for a $100 million Local Jurisdiction Assistance Grant Program. The program, proposed by Governor Newsom in the 2021-2022 budget and passed by the Legislature, provides funding for local jurisdictions to aid in transitioning high numbers of provisional cannabis licenses into annual licenses.

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BusinessCann (UK) Article: A ‘Traffic Light’ German Coalition Looks Set To Give the Green Light To Europe’s First Adult-Use Cannabis Market

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Here’s the introduction to a piece that sells up the hopes of an operating German cannabis market post federal election… WITH negotiations underway on the formation of a new German government supporters of a regulated adult-use cannabis market believe a significant moment in European history beckons. There is a growing sense that what may have once seemed fanciful – even just a few months ago – is now within touching distance.

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Spanish senate votes against regulating cannabis clubs

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This has been on the cards for a while and can’t come as a major surprise to anybody. La Marihuana reports. Wednesday, the Spanish Senate voted against the passing of a law proposed by the Confederal Left to regulate cannabis clubs throughout the country. At the proposal of the Confederal Left, yesterday, Wednesday, the Spanish Senate voted on whether to process the rules to regulate cannabis clubs.

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And on the other hand… Spain, Podemos announces proposed law to legalize cannabis

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Cannabis clubs may have been voted down. but this may well happen which in turn could open up the cannabis clubs conversation again. La Marihuana again. Podemos announces that in October it will present a bill to legalize recreational cannabis for adults. This past week, we have lived in Spain as the Senate has voted against the regulation of cannabis clubs.

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Mexico: 70% Say Lets Get On & Legalize Cannabis

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El Planteo reports. A study carried out by the Public Opinion Center of the University of the Valley of Mexico (COP UVM) found that 70% of Mexicans are in favor of the legalization of marijuana. According to Industry 420 , the age group between 25 and 35 years is the one that most supports legalization. For its part, the group over 55 years of age is the one that shows the greatest disagreement.

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Polynesian MP tables a bill to authorize experimentation with therapeutic cannabis

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NewsWeed France reports. Polynesian MP Nicole Sanquer has tabled a bill to authorize experimentation with therapeutic cannabis in the archipelago. Its proposal takes up the main lines of the experiment currently taking place in metropolitan France, namely two years of testing with a limited number of patients and for indications defined upstream, before opening up to a broader legalization of the medical use of cannabis.

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Beyond The Green Cop26 Fringe Festival Want Cannabis On The Agenda At The Conference

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Leafie.co.uk report. The UN Climate Change Conference, also known as COP26, is an annual two-week summit bringing together world leaders to address the climate crisis. This year, the UK hosts the event in Glasgow, from the 1st to the 12th of November 2021. As stakeholders assemble for the summit, one group is aiming to highlight the overlooked environmental credentials of hemp by hosting a fringe event near the climate summit, at St Luke’s in Glasgow’s East End.

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