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Women Patient Cannabis Activists Fighting for Change

Project CBD

Portraits of four women patient-activists who are leading the struggle for medical cannabis access around the world.

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Effects of Microdosing Psychedelics Are Mostly Placebo, Study Says

The Cannigma

This article was first published on Analytical Cannabis. It appears here with permission. People may not have to microdose psychedelics to feel their wellbeing benefits, according to a new study – they just have to believe they’ve microdosed them. Published in eLife , the new study found that participants who took placebos often reported the same beneficial effects as those that actually microdosed psychedelic substances.

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How many isomers of THC are in cannabis and beyond?

Cannabis Life Network

A century ago, cannabis was respected but not well understood in the scientific literature. The intoxicating ingredient, THC, was officially isolated in 1964. (1) After 56 years, an isomer of THC, Delta-10-THC, was identified in cannabis extract for the first time. But, how many different variations and isomers of THC are truly in cannabis, and […].

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Seed Our Future (UK) – Taking On The UK Government Via The Courts

Cannabis Law Report

The week before last we published the first of what we hope to be many updates on UK advocacy groups… Read More. The post Seed Our Future (UK) – Taking On The UK Government Via The Courts first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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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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6 Things You May Not Know About Medical Cannabis In 2021

The Fresh Toast

6 Things You May Not Know About Medical Cannabis In 2021. Before using, here are some things you should be aware of regarding medical marijuana. The post 6 Things You May Not Know About Medical Cannabis In 2021 appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Qualifying Conditions that Disproportionally Affect Women

Leafwell

Men and women generally use medical cannabis at equal rates, with some variation between states. Just as there are some qualifying conditions that are more likely to affect men, there are others that are more likely to affect women. As it’s Women’s Month, today we’ll be focusing on conditions that mostly or exclusively affect women, and why medical cannabis may be useful.

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Interview With Andrew Subin, Vermont Cannabis Solutions & Hoban Law

Cannabis Law Report

CLR recently spoke with Andrew about some of the challenges of working in cannabis in one of the less talked… Read More. The post Interview With Andrew Subin, Vermont Cannabis Solutions & Hoban Law first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Cannacurio: License Insights from the Edible Arrangements Trademark Suit

SpeedWeed

Be the first to know when new content like this is available! Subscribe to our newsletter to get alerts about new posts, local news, and industry insights. Thank you! Your submission has been received! Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form. There has been a lot of coverage about a trademark lawsuit between Edible Arrangements and Green Thumb Industries.

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MORE Act 2021: Federal Decriminalization of Weed! What are the Odds? (Lawyer Take)

Cannabis Law Report

1,000s of families were destroyed in the War on Drugs. The MORE Act 2021 goes a long way to address… Read More. The post MORE Act 2021: Federal Decriminalization of Weed! What are the Odds? (Lawyer Take) first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Cannacurio Podcast Episode 23 with Bill Owens and Todd Mock of Samson Extracts

SpeedWeed

In the latest episode of the Cannacurio Podcast from Cannabiz Media, my co-host, Amanda Guerrero, and I discuss international licenses in Columbia and Canada as well as new point-of-sale and CRM data being added to the Cannabiz Media License Database. We also speak with Bill Owens and Todd Mock from Samson Extracts , a hemp extraction company located in Southeast Alabama.

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New Changes Legislators Propose For Cannabis Legislation In Mexico

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s a report from Mexico’s La Silla Rota [link]. Key points written in are A) It is a right… Read More. The post New Changes Legislators Propose For Cannabis Legislation In Mexico first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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KILL TONY #495 – MIAMI – BENJI AFLAO

SpeedWeed

KILL TONY #495 – MIAMI – BENJI AFLAO Sponsored by SpeedWeed. Benji Aflalo, William Montgomery, David Lucas, Michael Lehrer, Tony Hinchcliffe, Brian Redban – 02/26/2021. SpeedWeed – America’s Cannabis Delivery Service – [link]. The post KILL TONY #495 – MIAMI – BENJI AFLAO appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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Cannabis Market Could Reach $90 Billion By 2026

Cannabis Law Report

Editors Note: This is a guest post. According to a careful estimate, the marijuana market is expected to reach $90.4… Read More. The post Cannabis Market Could Reach $90 Billion By 2026 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Cannacurio Podcast Episode 21 with Mark Diener of JULABO

SpeedWeed

In the latest episode of the Cannacurio Podcast from Cannabiz Media, my co-host, Amanda Guerrero, and I discuss license updates coming to the Cannabiz Media License Database, including Oregon cannabis licenses, Louisiana CBD licenses, and Pennsylvania, Ohio, Montana and South Carolina hemp licenses. We also speak with Mark Diener, Senior Product Manager of JULABO USA , which manufactures liquid temperature control instrumentation for the cannabis and hemp industries as well as for research, scie

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Best Marijuana Seeds For Sale In 2021

Cannabis Law Report

Editors Note: This is a guest post. Marijuana growing has become a popular choice for many people who want to… Read More. The post Best Marijuana Seeds For Sale In 2021 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Cannacurio: Cannabis Software Stack – Revisited (Nov. 2020 Update)

SpeedWeed

Be the first to know when new content like this is available! Subscribe to our newsletter to get alerts about new posts, local news, and industry insights. Thank you! Your submission has been received! Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form. Introduction. This summer we published our first Cannabis Software Stack Report. We juxtaposed state license counts against the 320 companies that connect to METRC and Leaf Data Services in WA.

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Webinar: Horizons Psychedelic Stock Index ETF (PSYK) – The World’s First Psychedelics ETF

Cannabis Law Report

… Read More. The post Webinar: Horizons Psychedelic Stock Index ETF (PSYK) – The World’s First Psychedelics ETF first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Virtual Cannabis Industry Conferences – How to Promote Your Business with Email Marketing

SpeedWeed

Virtual cannabis industry conferences and trade shows don’t offer the in-person networking that physical shows do, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be an effective way for your business to raise brand awareness among highly targeted audiences, build relationships, and increase sales. For your virtual trade show and conference participation to deliver positive results for your business, you just need to make some adjustments to your marketing strategy.

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The legal history of the use of Peyote by the Native American Church

Cannabis Law Report

… Read More. The post The legal history of the use of Peyote by the Native American Church first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Cannabis companies share how they launched social equity funding, programs

SpeedWeed

(This story appears in the March issue of Marijuana Business Magazine.). Marijuana companies face mounting pressure from advocates, consumers and regulators to address the lack of diversity within the cannabis industry. In response, some companies have launched their own programs aimed at providing women and people of color with more opportunities to succeed in the space.

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When Will Weed Be Legal In The UK? Talking with Cannabis Lawyers!

Cannabis Law Report

… Read More. The post When Will Weed Be Legal In The UK? Talking with Cannabis Lawyers! first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Review study: Cannabis and driving cognition

SpeedWeed

How long should you wait after using cannabis before getting behind the wheel of a vehicle? The answer is not straightforward according to a review and meta-analysis of the effects of cannabis on driving and driving-related cognition. While the study confirms THC impairs driving, there is no simple formula to determine how long to wait before driving, because the impacts depend on many factors, including whether someone is a regular cannabis user.

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State: Thailand Govt Information Centre Cannabis and Hemp to Be Promoted as Thailand’s New Cash Crops (March 7, 2021)

Cannabis Law Report

It is information we already know but it is instructive to see the Thai government publish the following to their… Read More. The post State: Thailand Govt Information Centre Cannabis and Hemp to Be Promoted as Thailand’s New Cash Crops (March 7, 2021) first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Mississippi’s marijuana program might be overturned, but dozens of companies are starting anyway – Cannabis Business Executive

SpeedWeed

Dozens of medical marijuana businesses and nonprofits are popping up around Mississippi even though the state’s regulatory system won’t be ready for months, and despite the fact that the Mississippi Supreme Court might strike down the voter-approved program. Companies can’t legally grow, process or dispense medical pot until they obtain state licenses, which likely won’t be issued until August.

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March 5 2021: Concentrates: What Are The Legal Ramifications? – Jamie Spencer, Texas NORML Legal Council

Cannabis Law Report

… Read More. The post March 5 2021: Concentrates: What Are The Legal Ramifications? – Jamie Spencer, Texas NORML Legal Council first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Alaska’s interim cannabis chief gets permanent appointment

SpeedWeed

Glen Klinkhart, who has served as interim director of Alaska’s Alcohol and Marijuana Control Office (AMCO) since 2019, was given the job on a permanent basis. Klinkhart’s installment as full-time AMCO chief was made official Monday by Gov. Mike Dunleavy. The governor appointed Klinkhart as interim director of the agency in November 2019. Klinkhart, who had served as director of drug policy for the state health department, replaced Erika McConnell, who was fired by the Marijuana Control Board.

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New Jersey: NAACP threatens court action over cannabis commission makeup

Cannabis Law Report

… Read More. The post New Jersey: NAACP threatens court action over cannabis commission makeup first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Marijuana and CBD retailer High Tide posts higher revenue of CA$24.9 million

SpeedWeed

High Tide, a Canadian cannabis retail chain that also sells CBD and marijuana accessories in the United States, reported revenue of 24.9 million Canadian dollars ($19.7 million) for its fourth quarter ended Oct. 31. Total revenue for High Tide’s 2020 fiscal year was CA$83.3 million, an increase of 166% from 2019. High Tide’s net loss for the fourth quarter was CA$1.3 million, with an annual net loss of CA$6.4 million.

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Trial Data Shows Inhaled Marijuana Associated With Improvements in Ulcerative Colitis Patients

The Joint Blog

A new study titled Cannabis is associated with clinical but not endoscopic remission in ulcerative colitis: A randomized controlled trial has found that inhaling herbal marijauna is associated with clinical improvements and increased quality of life in patients with mild to moderate ulcerative colitis (UC). The study was published by the peer-reviewed journal PLoS ONE, and was epublished by the National Institute of Health. “ Cannabis is often used by patients with ulcerative colitis, b

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MedMen co-founders Bierman, Modlin return to cannabis industry with a different California company

SpeedWeed

They’re back! Less than a year after being ousted from leadership posts at California-based MedMen Enterprises, former CEO Adam Bierman and ex-President Andrew Modlin have found a route back into the legal marijuana industry – working for a separate cannabis company headquartered in Santa Barbara. According to multiple industry sources, the MedMen co-founders have been working for several months with Coastal Dispensary , which holds retail, delivery, distribution and manufacturing licenses in mu

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