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Tunisian Youth Group Calls For Legalizing Cannabis

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Morocco World New Reports. A group of young Tunisians is calling for the establishment of a National Cannabis Bureau, and the end of the nationwide ban on cannabis. The youth group, “Badal,” claims that the law criminalizing the consumption of weed is detrimental to the future of young Tunisians, according to a report by Tunisian news outlet Albawaba.

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Virginia: Governor Youngkin Signs Legislation to Improve Medical Cannabis Program

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Includes eliminating the requirement that patients register with the Board of Pharmacy after receiving their written certification from a registered practitioner. The post Virginia: Governor Youngkin Signs Legislation to Improve Medical Cannabis Program appeared first on NORML.

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New U.S. Research Efforts Could Catalyze Medical Cannabis’ Adoption in the Pharmaceutical Industry

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Cannabis, despite being widely available for medical and recreational consumers across the United States, remains one of the most understudied plants. Fortunately, the U.S. federal government is granting a handful of American companies the option to cultivate and study cannabis for medical research purposes. Pennsylvania-based Groff North America is one of the companies that is getting a green light to experiment with the plant.

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Discreetly Dank: “Cannabis is my medicine, so why am I still so ashamed?”

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In our first Discreetly Dank, an amazing author details their journey with medical cannabis use and shame. The post Discreetly Dank: “Cannabis is my medicine, so why am I still so ashamed?” 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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A Cannabis Cartel in Canada Inevitable?

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Is a cannabis cartel in Canada inevitable? No one knows when the United States will legalize cannabis, but it feels imminent. Once this occurs, will Canada’s large licensed producers‘ lobby for domestic protection? Like Canada’s telecommunications industry? Canadians are “protected” from American competition. So we end up with a cartel: Bell, Rogers and Telus.

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Best Business Opportunities In The Cannabis Market In 2022

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With the recent growing legalization of cannabis world-wide, greater opportunities for business are here to capitalize on. Three of the most opportunistic trends when it comes to the cannabis markets are: cannabis beverages, products for health, and an interest in the different compounds of cannabis. We believe these to be the best business opportunities in […].

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How to decriminalize weed without the federal government

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Will the MORE Act pass the Senate? We don't know, but it shouldn't stop us from decriminalizing cannabis in our states and local communities. The post How to decriminalize weed without the federal government appeared first on Leafly.

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New York State’s $220B Budget

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Benzinga reports. New York State lawmakers finally wrapped up the state’s $220 billion budget and it looks like cannabis companies have reason to be pleased, maybe even celebrate. As it stands, cannabis companies not only have no access to the country’s banking system they are also not permitted to claim certain federal tax deductions like the rest of us.

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America’s best cannabis events of 420 2022

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Phish at The Garden, San Francisco Hippie Hill, and. Snoop in Nebraska? The post America’s best cannabis events of 420 2022 appeared first on Leafly.

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Is D.C.’s Cannabis “Gifting Economy” In Trouble?

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Last week, D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson called a vote on emergency legislation that aimed, in part, to give the Council the authority to shut down any business that gifts marijuana. Although the proposed bill did not pass (by only one vote), Mendelson’s bill reveals ongoing tension regarding D.C.’s legally questionable cannabis “gifting economy” and the uncertain future of these “I-71 Shops.” If you follow this blog you may recall that a 2015 Congressional Rider that prevents

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Leafly editor’s picks: The fire of Phoenix 420 ’22

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Happy 420, Phoenix weed smokers! Ya’ll have come so far in so little time: from a pretty tightly controlled medical marijuana state to a full-on legalization bastion beginning in 2021. Today, all adults 21+ have every type of cannabis modality—flower, extracts, edibles, even hot sauce. California’s finest ideas have rolled east. Major brands like Alien […].

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USA Psychedelic Bar Association Form Committees To Tackle Myriad Of Legal Issues

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We thought it would be interesting to highlight some of the committees formed, who’s on them and what they are discussing. Committee Updates . The Corporate Forms and Business Practices Committee has been meeting regularly since mid-March (Stewards: Rebecca Lee and Josh Kappel , Board Rep: Nicole Howell ). Committee members passed internal processes for decision making and are discussing a variety of issues related to corporate governance and public benefit-based business models.

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These are New Jersey’s top weed strains

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The Garden State can't get enough of these five strains, according to Leafly dispensary data. The post These are New Jersey’s top weed strains appeared first on Leafly.

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Parallel Announces Opening of Surterra Wellness Dispensary in Clermont, Central Florida

Cannabis Law Report

Parallel , one of the largest privately-held multi-state medical marijuana operators in the U.S., announces the opening of a new Surterra Wellness (Surterra) medical marijuana dispensary in Clermont, Florida. The dispensary will complement Surterra’s existing Central Florida locations. The grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting is planned for April 14, 2022.

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A buyer’s guide to 420: Boston edition

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Looking for 420 bud in Beantown? Follow these tips on the best dispensaries, deals, and products for a home run high. The post A buyer’s guide to 420: Boston edition appeared first on Leafly.

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Global Medical Cannabis Leader Khiron Opens New Zerenia™ Clinic and Retail Pharmacy in Colombia

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Khiron Life Sciences Corp. (“Khiron” or the “Company”) (TSXV:KHRN)(OTCQX: KHRNF )(Frankfurt:A2JMZC), a global medical cannabis leader with core operations in Latin America and Europe , is pleased to announce the opening of a new Zerenia™ clinic location and a new retail pharmacy in Colombia. Following the announcement at the beginning of the year by the Government of Colombia on mandatory insurance coverage for medical cannabis products, Khiron opens a new clinic location in the cit

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Hot picks: LA’s best delivery weed of 420 ’22

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Fire flowers, tasty carts, and trendy edibles—stay golden, Los Angelenos. The post Hot picks: LA’s best delivery weed of 420 ’22 appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Industry Leader Katherine Lagow Named President of TrueGreen

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TrueGreen, a leading provider of smart packaging technology solutions for the cannabis industry, announced today the appointment of Katherine Lagow as President. Katherine Lagow, President at TrueGreen. Lagow joins TrueGreen from Standard Wellness Company, a vertically integrated multi-state cannabis operator (MSO) with licenses in Ohio , Utah , Maryland and Missouri , where she most recently led all marketing and business development.

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New York Approves State Tax Break for Cannabis Operators

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In a move that grants New York-based cannabis operators an advantage over similar companies in other states, New York lawmakers have approved language in a bill that allows the operators to deduct ordinary business expenses on their state taxes. The agreement between lawmakers and Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) gives the state’s cannabis businesses the ability to operate like companies in other industries, which do not face the same barriers as those in the cannabis industry.

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New Report: 66% of Americans Would Purchase Cannabis in Germany

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The “green rush” in Europe has commenced, and Americans are ready to invest their time, travel plans and money into the cannabis market across the pond, according to a new study. Today, Bloomwell Group , a Germany -based holding company for medical cannabis companies, released the results of its ‘ European Cannabis Market Survey ,’ which examined American cannabis consumers’ expectations for, and opinions of, this burgeoning sector abroad, including the demand for cannabis tourism, investmen

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Top Federal Drug Official’s Real Thoughts on Marijuana

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In a recent interview with FiveThirtyEight, the Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), Nora Volkow, expressed views that shed new light on the need for testing in certain areas of cannabis use. The NIDA & Marijuana Historically, the NIDA has supported the belief that regular use of marijuana can have detrimental effects […].

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Announcement: Chacruna Institute launches it’s Studies in Psychedelic Justice Start date: May 3rd, 2022

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Here’s what they say. Chacruna Institute launches it’s Studies in Psychedelic Justice. Start date: May 3rd, 2022. Chacruna Institute is extremely proud to announce the release of our long-awaited course offering of Studies in Psychedelic Justice. . You can now register for our unique offering of 3 courses and a workshop with some of the top psychedelic experts and authorities in the world, at a fraction of the cost you’d pay in other institutions, as it’s part of our m

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Answer of the Day for Apr 12, 2022

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Can VA clinicians recommend medical marijuana? “VA clinicians may only prescribe medications that have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for medical use. VA clinicians may NOT recommend medical marijuana…VA clinicians may not complete paperwork/forms required for Veteran patients to participate in state-approved marijuana programs.” Use code “VA-approved” for 20% off any TheAnswerPage course.

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Nevada: Clark County County Meeting on Consumption Lounges-Tue, Apr 19th – 2 pm

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County Meeting on Consumption Lounges-Tue, Apr 19th – 2 pm. The Clark County Commission is holding a meeting on cannabis consumption lounges. Topics: 1) timing and implementation of requirements and regulations with the State and other local governments, 2) caps on the number of consumption lounge locations, 3) hours of operations, 4) distance requirements, 5) notice to neighbors and 6) the type of entertainment to be allowed.

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New Jersey’s Rowan University Offers MBA in Cannabis Commercialization

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Rowan University in New Jersey now offers an MBA in Cannabis Commercialization with courses ranging from Cannabis Legislation, Regulations, and Policy to Advanced Chemical Analysis of Cannabinoids. New Jersey’s Rowan University is offering a Master of Business Administration in Cannabis Commercialization, which allows MBA students to select nine credits to satisfy the requirements.

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NJ legal weed sales could begin soon at 13 medical marijuana dispensaries

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App.com. Thirteen of the state’s existing medical marijuana dispensaries will soon be able to sell legal weed to any adult over 21 years old after they received crucial approvals from the state on Monday. . The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission on Thursday approved seven applications for conversion submitted by Acreage Holdings, Ascend New Jersey, Columbia Care, Curaleaf, Green Thumb Industries, TerrAscend and Verano Holdings.

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Agrify Announces its First Total Turn-Key Agreement in New Jersey with Loud Wellness

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500 of Agrify’s Proprietary Vertical Farming Units to Be. Installed at Loud Wellness’ Glassboro, NJ Facility. Agrify Projects Approximately $118 Million in Revenue Over the Next 10 Years. BILLERICA, Mass., April 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Agrify Corporation ( Nasdaq:AGFY ) (“Agrify” or the “Company”), the most innovative provider of advanced cultivation and extraction solutions for the cannabis industry, announced it has signed a definitive agreement for its Agrify Total Turn-Key Solut

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Pelorus Equity Group Closes Second and Final Tranche of US$77.3M Debt Financing with Harborside

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Completion of $35M Second Tranche Follows Close of StateHouse Holdings Transaction. NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., April 11, 2022 — Pelorus Equity Group (“Pelorus” or “the Company”), the leading provider of value-add bridge commercial real estate loans to cannabis businesses and owners with cannabis-related real estate, announced the completion of its second and final tranche of its previously announced US$77.3M non-dilutive real estate debt financing (“the Rollup Financing”) with Harborside Inc.