NORML

JANUARY 9, 2019

Today, the rollout of the new leadership team of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus was announced, with Representatives Barbara Lee (D-CA) and David Joyce (R-OH) joining founding members Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Don Young (R-AK). First founded in 2017, the Caucus has been a pivotal element in our ability to build broad bipartisan support for legislation that would address every aspect of reform, from ending criminalization to research to veterans healthcare.

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Leafly

JANUARY 9, 2019

Explore the latest insights and discoveries in cannabis science. In this part, we'll dive into the top research headlines from winter 2018. The post The Latest in Medical Cannabis Research: Winter 2018 appeared first on Leafly.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

JANUARY 9, 2019

Medical marijuana laws have changed dramatically across the country in recent years, and now cannabis pharmaceuticals appear to be the next big leap forward in cannabis law reform. While many critics of medical cannabis continue to debate legalization of cannabis pros and cons, the reality is that the new FDA-approved cannabis drug could reshape how pharmaceutical companies view medical cannabis and encourage them to explore new consumer medical applications of cannabis.

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Leafly

JANUARY 9, 2019

The mainstream media loves Alex Berenson's scary cannabis talking points. Too bad he's completely wrong. The post ‘Tell Your Children’ to Reject Alex Berenson’s Debunked Nonsense appeared first on Leafly.

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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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MassRoots

JANUARY 9, 2019

The use of topical cannabis products to treat symptoms of psoriasis and arthritis, or to help reduce localized pain and inflammation is a relatively new concept in modern medicine. Those among the medical cannabis community will not be surprised to learn, however, that a homemade cannabis salve is currently providing relief to a toddler suffering in Nevada when doctors and pharmaceuticals could not.

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The Fresh Toast

JANUARY 9, 2019

THCV: Powerful Appetite-Suppressing Cannabinoid Cannabis is not only a medically beneficial plant, but it’s also very complex and intricate. The post THCV: Powerful Appetite-Suppressing Cannabinoid appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

The report goes on to say…… However, Oregon isn’t the only state with an overabundance of cannabis since legalization. While the industry often starts off with a slump in supply right after sales begin, eventually this evens out, prices drop and suddenly there is more bud than imagined just sitting on shelves – so exporting might be harder than legislators imagine.

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The Fresh Toast

JANUARY 9, 2019

Side Effects Of Marijuana Vs Conventional Medications From cod liver oil regimens to penicillin, so many of us have been traumatized by our early childhood experience with medication that we have come to believe that medicine must be disgusting to work. The post Side Effects Of Marijuana Vs Conventional Medications appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

The Phoenix New Times reports. The medical-marijuana community has been on edge over the issue since June, when the state court of appeals ruled 2-1 that THC-bearing resin from marijuana plants, and the products that contain it, were not protected by the 2010 Arizona Medical Marijuana Act. The ruling stemmed from a 2016 conviction of Rodney Jones in Yavapai County, where marijuana policy is led by County Attorney Sheila Polk, a notorious Reefer Madness proponent.

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Leafly

JANUARY 9, 2019

We talked to punk band Dilly Dally about how cannabis has helped them in their journey to create their unique sound. The post Punk Band Dilly Dally Talks Cannabis, Self-Care, and Heaven appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

Here’s the ruling. 396981183-Zullo-v-Vermont. Ganjapreneur report. After the ruling — passed down by Associate Justice Harold E. Eaton, Jr. — a binding legal precedent has been set across the state. The smell of cannabis smoke is no longer legal grounds for a police search in Vermont. Full Report. Burnt Cannabis Odor Not Grounds For Search, Vermont Supreme Court Rules.

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Cannabis Life Network

JANUARY 9, 2019

On December 18, 2018, impaired driving laws in this country underwent a massive overhaul. Police officers are now able to conduct roadside, warrantless searches to compel drivers to provide a breath sample…and they don’t need to form any grounds in order to do so. Understandably, this has left a lot of people confused and looking […]. The post Lawyer answers 5 most common questions about Canada’s impaired driving law changes appeared first on Cannabis Life Network.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

9 January 2019: The rollout of the new leadership team of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus was announced, with Representatives Barbara Lee (D-CA) and David Joyce (R-OH) joining founding members Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Don Young (R-AK). Report NORML. Here’s the full report… First founded in 2017, the Caucus has been a pivotal element in our ability to build broad bipartisan support for legislation that would address every aspect of reform, from ending criminalization to research t

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Cannabis Life Network

JANUARY 9, 2019

This week Craig welcomes much media with Tweedledoob and the Creative Director from Puff Digital & Co-Host of the INTO THE WEEDS Podcast Ben Rispin to the show. He also has ‘How I Roll’ with Mike from Smokers Guide, Dab Time with Tha Big Puffa – featuring music from Keemzie, and the debut of the […]. The post Expert Joints LIVE on CLN – Much Media appeared first on Cannabis Life Network.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 9, 2019

Once again, Oregon is working on becoming a marijuana maverick. The Beaver State is on the verge of introducing a bill that would allow marijuana exports to other states by 2021. In an attempt to tackle the oversupply crisis that has plagued Oregon the last few years, the Craft Cannabis Alliance , an Oregon-based membership association of cannabis and allied businesses, has spearheaded a campaign aimed at reintroducing the idea of exporting Oregon cannabis, a plan that was first proposed in 2017

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Medicinal Marijuana Association

JANUARY 9, 2019

Cannabis was legalized across Canada in October 2018. With the Cannabis Act finally coming into force, many people foresaw the end of medical cannabis in the Great White North.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

CCT CET – Responsible Persons – we see a constant barrage of complaints about how oppressive the cannabis regulatory structure in California has been. Well, we work with that structure every day, and that includes regular contact with analysts and attorneys who are involved in both writing the regulations and attempting to implement them. We will pause for a moment to commend their efforts; most of them are working quite hard to make the system work.

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Cannabis Life Network

JANUARY 9, 2019

LAVAL, QC, Jan. 7, 2019 /CNW Telbec/ – Neptune Wellness Solutions Inc. (“Neptune” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NEPT) (TSX: NEPT) is pleased to announce today that it has received its license to process cannabis from Health Canada. Jim Hamilton, President & CEO of Neptune, said: “In 2017, we embarked upon a new strategic vision to position the […].

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Nature's Way Medicine

JANUARY 9, 2019

Ever since medical marijuana became law in Pennsylvania, people have been wondering when the state would consider adding additional conditions to the list of those qualified for treatment under medical cannabis, in addition to the 21 current chronic illnesses which the drug treats. The Pennsylvania State Medical Marijuana Advisory Board is now in the process.

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WeedAdvisor

JANUARY 9, 2019

Just one month after Health Canada provided approval, Shopper’s Drug Mart now sells several brands of medical through its new online portal. Officially launched on January 8 th , the store is Canada’s first “one-stop-shop” for medical recipients. Shoppers Drug Mart Offering Cannabis from Multiple Producers. According to CBC News , Shoppers Drug Mart signed deals with 10 licensed producers prior to opening its digital doors.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

She’s already upset quite a few people for just being herself. We presume this appointment will just add to the chatter. Marijuana Moment write. The former director of federal policy for the Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) has joined the staff of newly sworn-in Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) as a senior counsel and policy advisor. Dan Riffle, who most recently served as communications director to former Rep.

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The Joint Blog

JANUARY 9, 2019

Legislation to legalize medical marijuana has been filed in South Carolina’s House of Representatives. House Bill 3272 was filed by Representatives Todd Rutherford (D) and Gilda Cobb-Hunter (D), and has been referred to the House Judiciary Committee. The measure would legalize the medical use and possession of marijuana by those with a qualifying medical condition who receive a recommendation from a physician.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

The hemp industry experienced a seismic shift with the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill: Cultivation of hemp is now federally legal, and so is hemp-derived CBD. But, what does this mean for the industry? Where are the new business opportunities? How will federal oversight by the FDA and USDA impact growers and manufacturers?Hemp Industry Daily breaks down the new rules for you in our SPECIAL REPORT on the future state of the industry, 2018 Farm Bill: What’s Next for Hemp?

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Cannabis Maven

JANUARY 9, 2019

We've compiled key points to consider when branding CBD, and ways to make your CBD brand exceptional.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

Marijuana-infused food and beverage makers will also be required to test one lot of products quarterly for: Microbials, including yeast and mold. Solvents and chemical residue, including acetone, butane and isopropyl alcohol. Heavy metals, including lead and arsenic. Pesticide residue, including chlorinated hydrocarbons and fungicides. Potency to show levels of total THC.

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Cannabis Maven

JANUARY 9, 2019

While cannabis has a myriad of medicinal benefits and healing properties, it can affect early stages of development.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

A skeptic all his life, it was not until Martin Tindall walked around a Colorado dispensary and saw firsthand how cannabis could lengthen and save lives did he become a believer. Now the former finance executive is on a mission to stamp out diabetes in some of the world’s worst-hit areas with a revolutionary marijuana treatment engineered by his firm, Phoenix Life Sciences International.

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Cannabis Chronicles

JANUARY 9, 2019

LONGVIEW — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced Friday he will offer pardons to people convicted of minor marijuana possession between 1998 and 2012. But those offenders may be better off under other alternatives available to clear their names. Someone pardoned under Inslee’s plan, for example, would still have to answer “yes” to the question “Have you ever been convicted of a crime?

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Otherside Farms

JANUARY 9, 2019

Being involved in the marijuana business right now is all about complying with regulations and maximizing your profit. You need to have a comprehensive insight into how to maximize yield and reduce losses, in order to maximize your profit. Here are some tips and ideas for better marijuana cultivation and for the maximization of yield. Keep the Carbon dioxide (CO2) levels high.

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The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 9, 2019

Texas is joining the states weighing whether to expand legalized uses of marijuana, with state legislators filing almost a dozen bills related to marijuana use in advance of the legislative session, which began on January 8. (In Texas, the state legislature meets biannually for a 140-day session.) Texas first established a limited compassionate use program for medical marijuana in 2015, and three dispensaries are currently in operation under that program.

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