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Czech It Out: Cannabis Legalization Trend Continues in Europe

Canna Law Blog

Czechia, officially known as the Czech Republic, may soon the join the growing list of European countries with legal adult-use cannabis. Czech National Anti-Drug Coordinator Jind?ich Vobo?il is drafting the requisite legislation, which could be in place by 2024. As to what the new law might look like: The new measures should establish the level of narcotic substances that legal marijuana products can contain.

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New York’s governor confirms 20 weed stores will open this year

Leafly

Gov. Kathy Hochul took credit for getting the adult market rolling quickly, saying the state would likely ‘still be waiting for the most basic steps’ had she not taken office in 2021. The post New York’s governor confirms 20 weed stores will open this year appeared first on Leafly.

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Podcast: Lower Taxes, More Problems? Unpacking the Impact of AB195 on California’s Cannabis Industry

Cannabis Law Report

California has finally enacted a law, AB195, that provides tax relief for cannabis distributers. But what might seem at first glance to be a win for the cannabis industry potentially complicates things for retailers and consumers. On this edition of The Grass is Always Greenberg, Greenberg Glusker attorneys Priya Sopori, Michelle Mabugat, Alexa Steinberg and […].

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President Biden to pardon federal marijuana prisoners and start rescheduling process

Leafly

This is a big f **g deal. Biden frees prisoners and starts a process that could result in legalization."Sending people to jail for possessing marijuana has upended too many lives," he tweeted. The post President Biden to pardon federal marijuana prisoners and start rescheduling process 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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Ask A Budtender: What Does CBG Feel Like?

Veriheal

Question: There are a lot of new products on my dispensary menu, and I see some new gummies with CBG as the featured ingredient. What does CBG feel like? Does it feel like CBD ? CBD doesn’t do anything for my daily pain. . I was curious about who CBG is for, and if you have any personal experience with it. Thanks! Cannabis Coach Haley: I love that you brought this up, as this has been a popular question lately.

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Food grade hydrogen peroxide for cannabis producers in Canada

Cannabis Life Network

Health Canada approved food-grade hydrogen peroxide for cannabis cultivators nearly four years after legalization — and a decade after forming an official medical industry. Should food-grade pesticides need a careful distinction from their commercial relatives in the cannabis industry, though? Commercial grade H2O2 since MMAR days In the medical marijuana days, especially prior to 2016, cultivators had access to a limited few pesticides for cannabis production.

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5 Best CBD Strains

Sensi Seeds

With the increased interest in cannabidiol as a wellness supplement, many are people looking to try cannabis for the first time. However, they can be put off by the psychotropic effects that come from cannabis strains with high levels of THC. Cannabis strains high in CBD can be a great way to enjoy cannabis without the unappealing high. The post 5 Best CBD Strains appeared first on Sensi Seeds.

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British Columbia Announces New Cannabis Retail Licence 

Cannabis Life Network

British Columbia‘s provincial government has announced a new cannabis retail licence. This licence will allow licensed producers to sell directly to customers via stores located at their farms. The so-called “farm-to-gate” license was previously on a trial pilot program with the Williams Lake First Nation. This new cannabis retail licence is open to all growers.

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Why Cannabis Startups need a Business Plan

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabis startups are on the rise, with more than a dozen countries already legalizing marijuana and others offering relaxed to stringent laws for medical or recreational cannabis consumption. The global cannabis market is expected to grow by 162% by 2026. So in the next five years, the cannabis industry is likely to become a $55.9 […].

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How to Find the Best Cannabis Products for Your Needs

Otherside Farms

The global demand for cannabis products grows at an amazing rate every year. With a growth rate of more than 15% each year, this market more than doubles in size every five years! Anyone familiar with the variety of cannabis products available understands this kind of demand. Cannabis products are becoming more advanced all the time. These days, there are different products that provide such a wide variety of results that almost anyone could benefit from using them!

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Your Guide to Weed Edibles

Cannabis Law Report

If you’re new to the world of cannabis, you may have heard horror stories about people eating too many pot brownies at once. But while it’s true that over-indulging in edibles can lead to some unpleasant side effects, they do also provide an effective, healthy alternative to smoking or vaping. When taken in the […].

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NORML Issues Statement Regarding President’s Plan to Pardon Those with Low-Level Marijuana Convictions

NORML

“Moving forward, the Administration must work collaboratively with Congressional leadership to repeal America’s failed marijuana criminalization laws. Nearly half of voters now agree that legalizing marijuana ought to be a priority for Congress, and such action can only be taken by descheduling cannabis and repealing it from the US Controlled Substances Act — thereby regulating it in a manner similar to alcohol.

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DCC Announces $20 million in Grants for Cannabis-Related Research  

Cannabis Law Report

DCC Announces $20 million in Grants for Cannabis-Related Research Available to all California universities, DCC prioritizes a list of topics Today, DCC announced it is soliciting proposals for research projects that advance public understanding of cannabis and its legalization. DCC will fund up to $20 million in cannabis-related academic research by California public universities […].

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Is CBD safe to use during pregnancy and nursing?

The Cannigma

Cannabis use and pregnancy is a tough topic. The unknown effects of cannabis on developing babies are concerning enough to bring pause to the medical community and usually results in a firm recommendation to avoid all cannabis during pregnancy. But rising legalization makes it impossible to ignore the fact that women think cannabis consumption is safe and they are using it during pregnancy.

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NCIA Publish Press Release on Back of Biden / White House Announcement

Cannabis Law Report

The first of many many many! commentaries… Cannabis Industry Advocates Applaud White House Marijuana Announcement Biden pledges record expungement for nonviolent cannabis use or possession; further reclassification on Controlled Substances Act WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, President Biden made an unprecedented announcement that his administration would begin the process for the pardoning of thousands of people with nonviolent […].

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Panaxia and Neuraxpharm to enter new medical cannabis markets in Europe

Cannabis Law Report

Both companies will expand their cooperation through the distribution of medical cannabis products in the highly attractive Czech and Swiss markets Dusseldorf and Barcelona / Tel Aviv, October 6, 2022 – Neuraxpharm Group (Neuraxpharm), a leading European specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the central nervous system (CNS), and Panaxia (TASE: PNAX), a global pharmaceutical company that develops, manufactures and […].

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Moroccan state agency issues first 10 permits for the use of cannabis in industry, medicine and export

Cannabis Law Report

MENA reports Morocco has issued 10 permits for the production and export of cannabis for medicinal, pharmaceutical and industrial purposes. The National Agency for the Legalisation of Activities Related to Cannabis (Anrac) has issued the permits for farmers in the three northern mountainous cities of Al Houceima, Taounat and Chefchaouen, which are known for cannabis farming, […].

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The Struggle is Real: Federal Trademark Registration for Cannabis and Hemp-Derived Food and Beverages Remains Illusive

Cannabis Law Report

Although commercial use of a trademark alone triggers rights in a mark, wise business owners endeavor to take advantage of the added benefits and protections conveyed by federal registration. One of the most important benefits of federal trademark registration is a presumption that a registered mark is valid and protectable, but only lawful use of […].

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“Statement from President Biden on Marijuana Reform” ……… Third, I am asking the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Attorney General to initiate the administrative process to review expeditiously how marijuana is scheduled under federal law.

Cannabis Law Report

Well. who’d have thought. very positive developments indeed OCTOBER 06, 2022• STATEMENTS AND RELEASES As I often said during my campaign for President, no one should be in jail just for using or possessing marijuana. Sending people to prison for possessing marijuana has upended too many lives and incarcerated people for conduct that many states […].