The Fresh Toast
JANUARY 16, 2020
Medicinal cannabis rules require users to keep the weed in its original packaging while it's being transported from one place to another. . Continue reading Medical Marijuana Patients Can Get Into Trouble Without Proper Packaging at The Fresh Toast.
Leafly
JANUARY 16, 2020
Virginia legislators and activities are working on 10 different bills supporting legalization and decriminalization. The post Virginia faces spate of legislation, protests supporting cannabis reform appeared first on Leafly.
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NORML
JANUARY 16, 2020
Federal prosecutions for marijuana-related crimes fell significantly from September 30, 2018 to September 30, 2019, according to a recently released report from Supreme Court Justice John Roberts. The 2019 end-of-year report finds that the number of federal defendants charged with cannabis-associated crimes declined by 28 percent. By contrast, total filings for drug crimes increased five percent over the same time period, totaling over 83,000 cases in 2019.
Greencamp
JANUARY 16, 2020
Marijuana won’t make cancer disappear, but it can make living with it much more bearable. Doctors need to start asking. Continue Reading. The post Cannabis and Cancer – The Obstacles to Providing Better Care to Cancer Patients appeared first on Greencamp.
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.
Leafly
JANUARY 16, 2020
Washington's Pelican Delivers has found a way to get around the state's cannabis delivery laws—they think. The post Cannabis store finds a way to deliver where delivery’s not exactly legal appeared first on Leafly.
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The Fresh Toast
JANUARY 16, 2020
Numerous researchers and physicians have labeled cannabis a superfood, worthy of incorporation into your diet in some way or another. Here's why. Continue reading 3 Reasons Why Cannabis Is A Powerful Superfood at The Fresh Toast.
Cannabis Life Network
JANUARY 16, 2020
Cannabis is hardly a poison or even capable of inducing toxicity, yet regulators cannot seem to get a grip on the definitions that truly define this plant. They speak as if consuming too many cannabis edibles is the equivalent of dropping acid despite so few empirological cases of cannabis intoxication causing serious harm. In the […]. The post Cannabis Toxicity versus Intoxication appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.
Leafly
JANUARY 16, 2020
The post A background check for your cannabis: The importance of transparency in a growing industry appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
Health Europa reports. The Medical Cannabis Clinics , recently CQC registered, is the UK’s largest and fastest growing chain of private cannabis clinics, with doctors now operating from seven locations across the country and more openings planned over the coming months to meet patient demand. Through working in collaboration with the global leaders in medical cannabis education and training, The Academy of Medical Cannabis , the clinic chain has amassed a team of skilled clinicians who hav
The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program
JANUARY 16, 2020
New Mexico is one step closer to establishing sanctioned, legal areas for medical cannabis patients to use their medicine. The Department of Health’s Medical Cannabis Program held a public hearing Thursday to hear comments from the public regarding department rule changes. Those changes include higher testing standards for cannabis producers and manufacturers, reciprocity for medical cannabis patients already enrolled in a medical program in another state and consumption areas.
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
Here’s the press release and they are still wanting aggrieved parties to talk to them. Before you read the release here’s a bit of background on Brian Schall c/- the firm website. Brian Schall. EDUCATION. University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, JD.; University of California, Riverside, BA. (424) 303-1964. brian@schallfirm.com. 1880 Century Park East, Los Angeles, CA 90067.
Canna Law Blog
JANUARY 16, 2020
We recently received a request from a client to advise them on Shopify’s guidance on selling CBD products on its platform. Specifically, the first paragraph of the guidance states that “[y]ou should consult with an attorney to determine how and where you’re able to sell your product.” And that’s exactly what the client did – reached out and wanted to know exactly how and where they could sell their various products.
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
Any laboratory testing hemp for THC concentration under the U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program must be registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to handle controlled substances. The directory below summarizes hemp testing laboratories who are registered with the DEA. This directory is provided for informational purposes only. Licensed hemp producers should first verify with their licensing body (State or Tribe) where their hemp may be tested.
Cannabis Life Network
JANUARY 16, 2020
TORONTO, Jan. 16, 2020 /CNW/ – 48North Cannabis Corp. (“48North” or the “Company”) (TSXV: NRTH) is pleased to announce that Friendly Stranger Holdings Corp. (“Friendly Stranger”) has granted trademark licenses for the use of its trusted and recognized brand to six Ontario retail license holders. Friendly Stranger branded retail locations will open their doors in early […].
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
I suppose if you have $100 million debt the best business to get into is real estate to try and claw some cash back. Here at CLR it feels to us like taking City Lights Bookstore and turning it into Barnes & Noble type chain. The final nail in the coffin of original west coast cannabis culture… progress it’s a wonderful thing. This is very telling…… While Simon declined to provide the company’s 2019 revenue figures.
The Blunt Truth
JANUARY 16, 2020
Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. We’ll start off with Congress, where the House Energy & Commerce Committee held a hearing on marijuana on Wednesday. Pretty much every news outlet that covers cannabis has a piece on this, Marijuana Business Daily has a nice round-up that’s free to access.
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
Marijuana Moment reports… One day after the governor of New Mexico formally included marijuana legalization in her 2020 legislative agenda , lawmakers have filed a comprehensive reform bill that would accomplish that goal. The legislation, introduced by Sen. Jerry Ortiz y Pino (D) and Rep. Javier Martinez (D), would allow adults in the state to possess and purchase cannabis from licensed retailers.
Puff Puff Post
JANUARY 16, 2020
TORONTO, Jan. 16, 2020 /CNW/ – Aphria Inc. (“ Aphria ” or the “ Company “) ( TSX: APHA and NYSE: APHA ), a leading global cannabis company, is combating winter blues and energizing the public with the launch of a Plant Positivity Winter Garden on Monday, January 20, known to some as Blue Monday — the most depressing day of the year based on factors such as weather conditions, debt levels and low motivation levels.
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
With the legalization of industrial hemp, many are eager to jump into the booming market for cannabidiol (CBD) and hemp-infused products. However, for manufacturers and retailers of ingestible CBD products in particular, it is prudent to look before jumping headfirst onto the “green wave.”. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been quite active in its enforcement against companies offering CBD products with unapproved health claims, and recently denied CBD GRAS status*.
Puff Puff Post
JANUARY 16, 2020
TORONTO, Jan. 16, 2020 /CNW/ – Aphria Inc. (“ Aphria ” or the “ Company “) ( TSX: APHA and NYSE: APHA ), a leading global cannabis company, is combating winter blues and energizing the public with the launch of a Plant Positivity Winter Garden on Monday, January 20, known to some as Blue Monday — the most depressing day of the year based on factors such as weather conditions, debt levels and low motivation levels.
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
The story is behind a paywall if you want to have a look. We can’t currently find the story at any other source but it sounds as though it could be a big problem for growers especially if they don’t have crop insurance to cover things. Read the story here [link]. It might be worth checking with the relevant dept in AZ if you need to know more.
TheAnswerPage
JANUARY 16, 2020
It has been described that marijuana may induce psychomotor impairment, sedation, dizziness, euphoria, and disorientation. Does the co-administration of CNS depressants with marijuana impact these CNS effects? Yes. The effects may be enhanced. See Answer. See Answer.
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
Authored by Ryan Holz and Akshita Singh | Jan 16, 2020 | Legislation , Medical Marijuana , Recreational Marijuana | Kansas. A surprise victor in the 2018 election, Kansas Governor Laura Kelly recently discussed her healthcare plans for her second year in office during an interview with 13 News. The cannabis industry should be modestly encouraged by what she had to say.
The Joint Blog
JANUARY 16, 2020
According to a new study published in the Journal of Health Economics, those living in states that have legalized medical marijuana may be more likely to have sex. In the study – reported on by Yahoo news – researchers looked at states that implemented medical marijuana laws between 2005 and 2014 and states that did not, and then analyzed how these policies might have influenced sexual activity and fertility in people in their 20s and 30s. “The researchers found that medical ma
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
On Wednesday (Jan. 15), the legendary guitarist and longtime cannabis advocate announced a partnership with Left Coast Ventures, a cannabis and hemp company headquartered in Santa Rosa, California. Santana will develop premium cannabis and hemp CBD brands for the company that are influenced by his Latin heritage, while “incorporating his divine philosophies” with strains and products that “promote the spiritual consciousness and wellness effects” of the drug.
SMPL
JANUARY 16, 2020
In this era of bottomless mimosas, craft beers and ever-present happy hours, it’s striking to recall that 100 years ago the United States imposed a nationwide ban on the production and sale of all types of alcohol. The Prohibition Era, which lasted from Jan. 17, 1920, until December 1933, is now viewed as a failed experiment that glamorized illegal drinking, but there are several intriguing parallels in current times.
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
The Times Call (CO) reports…… The sentiment emanating from the Colorado Winter Hemp Summit on Thursday was clear; the new regulations proposed in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s interim final rules for regulating hemp production are too strict and threaten the future of the industry. “After the rules were issued we saw farmers that just lost hope and decided they weren’t planting next year,” said Cindy Sovine, chair of the hemp committee for the National Cannabis Industries
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
QUEBEC CITY–( BUSINESS WIRE )–Devonian Health Group Inc. (“Devonian” or the “Corporation”) (TSXv:GSD), a clinical stage botanical pharmaceutical corporation, focused on developing a unique portfolio of botanical pharmaceutical and cosmeceutical products, announced today the signature of a lease Agreement with Hzb Pharma Canada Inc. (Hzb).
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
Tech Crunch aren’t painting a positive picture. The first cannabis startup to raise big money in Silicon Valley is in danger of burning out. TechCrunch has learned that pot delivery middleman Eaze has seen unannounced layoffs, and its depleted cash reserves threaten its ability to make payroll or settle its AWS bill. Eaze was forced to raise a bridge round to keep the lights on as it prepares to attempt a major pivot to “touching the plant” by selling its own marijuana brands through i
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 16, 2020
Meet the woman building the ‘backbone’ of the cannabis industry. Jessica Billingsley, CEO of Akerna, is driving the company toward being the go-to option in providing transparency to cannabis retailers, farmers, distributors, and regulators across the globe. COURTESY OF AKERNA. Do you have any idea where your pot comes from? For entrepreneur Jessica Billingsley, that’s not just an abstract question.
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