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No, your kid’s Halloween candy hasn’t been tainted with THC

Leafly

The US just can't kick its fear of tainted Halloween candy. Leafly spoke with experts to find out why the myth endures and how to debunk it. The post No, your kid’s Halloween candy hasn’t been tainted with THC appeared first on Leafly.

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The Week in Weed: October 28, 2022

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. Circle K convenience stores might get into the medical cannabis business in Florida. Tourists in Washington, DC can self-certify to obtain medical marijuana in the city’s dispensaries. Germany considers cannabis legalization. And finally, hemp may be the future of Arizona houses.

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Cannabis in New York

Cannabis Life Network

Cannabis in New York City is now legal. New York State legalized cannabis this past week, but the city that never sleeps has people excited. Some estimate the NYC cannabis industry is worth $4.2 billion, making it one of the largest cannabis markets in the world. Details of NYC Legalization New Yorkers can now possess up to three ounces of cannabis for recreational purposes.

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Leafly’s top Runtz strains of 2022

Leafly

Here are the best Runtz strains for you to try next. The post Leafly’s top Runtz strains of 2022 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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Washington Cannabis: Beware “Pay to Play” Arrangements

Canna Law Blog

The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (“WSLCB”) published an industry update on October 25 detailing a recent increase in complaints by cannabis producers and processors of “pay to play” terms. Apparently, some cannabis producers and processors have been paying retailers to acquire shelf space for their cannabis products. These arrangements have become prominent enough that some retailers are asking processors to pay for shelf space as if it is common practice.

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Medical Marijuana Market Expected to Grow to $40 Billion by 2028

MedicalJane

A new report published by The Insight Partners shows that the global medical marijuana market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19.2% during the forecast period (2022–2028), reaching a value of $40 billion by 2028. The global medical marijuana market size was valued at just $11.70 billion in 2021. The increasing approvals of medical marijuana products and rising acceptance of the medicinal use of marijuana are among the key drivers for this market growth.

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International Cannabis Committee Debuts Four New Standards for Cannabis Testing

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabis Science Tech Website Earlier this month, Committee D37 on Cannabis, a committee within ASTM International, released descriptions of their four new standards for cannabis testing and who they will benefit within the industry. In a recent announcement by ASTM International, their cannabis committee, called ASTM Committee D37 on Cannabis, approved four new standards intended […].

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Raids on Illicit Cannabis Grows in California Expose Trafficking Victims

Veriheal

Law enforcement officials in the United States are noticing a rapid rise in human trafficking infiltration throughout the illicit cannabis market. Recent raids indicate that illicit market operators are exploiting foreign victims to cultivate and trim cannabis sold in legal dispensaries. Despite the discoveries, cannabis advocates and authorities claim that they cannot necessarily lend a helping hand to the victims since most are reluctant to admit that they are being trafficked.

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A Peek at German Marijuana Legalization

Cannabis Law Report

Some of the details of German marijuana legalization were given over to the German press last week. Yesterday though, the government’s plan for German marijuana legalization was approved by the Federal Cabinet. We’ve blogged about Germany’s steady progress to legalization a few times now (see here and here), and it appears that the Germans are staying true to their promise of implementing […].

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Germany becomes one of the first European countries to legalise cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

In the past week we have counted over 100 articles on the topic with many more to come. This open access govt is one of the better succinct precis reports we’ve come across Germany has made plans to legalise cannabis, which could create up to 27,000 new jobs and save around about 4.7 billion euros […].

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Up in Smoke: AB 2188 Outlaws Discrimination in Employment in California Based on Employees’ Off-Duty Cannabis Use (But It Doesn’t Take Effect until 2024)

Cannabis Law Report

On September 18, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill 2188, aimed at preventing employers from penalizing workers for using marijuana during their off-work hours if such use does not impair them at work. AUTHORS Ryan Andrews Rudolph Klapper What Is Protected Under the New Law? AB 2188 is broadly designed to prohibit […].

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Australia: Methylamphetamine and cannabis two most commonly consumed illicit drugs in SA regions

Cannabis Law Report

It’s time for the results of the annual wastewater report and surprise surprise South Australians love their meth & cannabis and even more so than the rest of the country. The Port Lincoln Times reports Regional South Australia has the highest per capita consumption of methylamphetamine, cannabis, fentanyl and other illicit substances than any other […].

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UK: P?olice cannabis dealing warning after grandmother charged

Cannabis Law Report

The BBC reports 27 October 2022 Detectives have warned families against helping drug-dealing relatives after a grandmother in her 70s was charged. Nottinghamshire Police said dealers were using their grandparents’ homes to store drugs, weapons and cash in a bid to evade arrest. The force has carried out an increasing number of raids at grandparents’ […].

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Spanish Customs Finds 400 Kilos of Hashish Hidden in Oxygen Bottles

Cannabis Law Report

Maritime Executive website reports Customs police in the port of Ceuta had a surprise when they examined a cargo of industrial gas bottles earlier this week. The cylinders – purportedly empty – were loaded with packages of hashish, a common illegal cargo on routes from North Africa to Europe. On Monday, inspectors with the Guardia […].

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Nasdaq objects to Canopy plan to consolidate US cannabis revenue

Cannabis Law Report

MJ Biz reports The Nasdaq stock exchange objects to Canopy Growth’s plan to eventually consolidate the financial results of Canopy USA, according to a regulatory filing by the Canadian company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The disclosure raises questions about whether the Ontario-based cannabis producer could keep its shares listed on the Nasdaq if it […].

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Rise in poison control calls over hemp edibles

Cannabis Law Report

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Why are US cannabis growers losing profits? – BBC News

Cannabis Law Report