Cannabis Chronicles
MARCH 29, 2019
PORTLAND — Federal legalization of hemp arrived in the U.S. late last year and expanded an industry already booming because of the skyrocketing popularity of CBD, a compound in hemp that many see as a health aid. But now, a few months after Congress placed the marijuana look-alike squarely in safe legal territory, the hemp industry has been unsettled by an unexpected development.
Leafly
MARCH 29, 2019
When the City of Laguna Woods banned cannabis businesses from operating in city limits, they left a lot of local retirees who depend on cannabis cut off. We visited the retirement community to learn about how that impact is being felt. The post Local Laws Cut Cannabis Access for California Retirement Community appeared first on Leafly.
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The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program
MARCH 29, 2019
A medical advisory panel on Friday said, for the third time, opioid use disorder should be a qualifying condition for medical cannabis—but this time the cabinet secretary tasked with final approval is expected to agree. The New Mexico Medical Cannabis Advisory Board voted unanimously to add opioid addiction to the list of 22 conditions already allowed.
Leafly
MARCH 29, 2019
Legalization stumbles at the finish in NY and NJ. Also, CBD invades the malls of America and an Australian artist wants to carve a 50-foot wooden bong. The post The Roll-Up #80: New York’s Last Stand appeared first on Leafly.
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.
Canna Law Blog
MARCH 29, 2019
Last Thursday, in one of the few (to our knowledge) contested cases heard by the OLCC concerning cannabis, the OLCC accepted unanimously the findings of a state Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) and denied an application for a recreational marijuana producer license. You can read the press release here. The decision merits comment as a case study in how the administrative hearing process works and how long it takes.
Medical Cannabis Brief brings together the best content for patients and advocates from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Leafly
MARCH 29, 2019
Cannabis news from around the web. The post This Week in Cannabis: Top Stories From Across Canada From Mar. 22-28 appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 29, 2019
Reason report. Wednesday, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti said he may ask for an increase in police and enforcement funding to shut down all the unlicensed, illegally operating pot shops in the city. Why would a city that has legalized recreational marijuana consider a potential tenfold jump in police spending—from $3 million to $30 million—aimed at prosecuting marijuana offenders?
Cannabis Life Network
MARCH 29, 2019
MONTREAL (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Great White North Growers Inc. (GWNG) a new producer of premium medical and recreational cannabis, is pleased to announce that it has received three licenses from Health Canada for Cultivation, Processing and Medical Sales. This is extremely timely, as Quebec currently represents only 8.6% (14 of 163 Licensed Producers) in Canada-despite […].
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 29, 2019
BLOG POST. Authored By: An-Chi Tsou. An-Chi Tsou is the principal at Tsou Consulting, LLC, specializing in state and local regulatory and legislative compliance, guidance, and advocacy. Prior to opening her own firm, she was appointed as Senior Policy Advisor at the Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation, where she developed regulations and negotiated with stakeholders regarding the implementation of the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA).
The Herb Collective
MARCH 29, 2019
Edibles are a popular way to use medical marijuana, because they are typically very easy to use and can be highly effective. There are so many types of edibles, with something in almost any flavor. Many medicinal marijuana users enjoy consuming THC-infused sweets like cookies, brownies, or candy. These are some of the most popular edibles in California that you will find while browsing.
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 29, 2019
CNBC write. MedMen, the best-known cannabis retailer in the United States, is racing to raise cash to cover its mounting losses. Its struggles show the challenge cannabis companies face in operating in states where high taxes and dispensary restrictions have driven up prices for legal marijuana. In California, MedMen’s core market, highly regulated companies are struggling to compete for customers with illicit dealers who charge far less.
Cannabis Life Network
MARCH 29, 2019
Check out Craig Ex at the WEEDS Homegrown Artshow last week at 1350 William St. in East Vancouver. Featuring a ton of expertly-made glass, visual art, and glass-blowing demos, it was a trippy feast for the senses- and did I mention there was a dab bar, too? Click here to watch video. Not only was […]. The post WEEDS Homegrown Artshow – “Out and About” appeared first on Cannabis News | Marijuana News | Medical Cannabis News.
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 29, 2019
Chad West March 27, 2019. [link]. Texas could make meaningful progress on marijuana-related bills by the end of the 2019 legislative session. Texas is nowhere close to doing what 10 other states have done – legalizing small amounts of marijuana for recreational use. However, the Lone Star State could make significant progress toward expanding the Compassionate Use Program and putting medical treatment choices for certain medical conditions into the hands of medical providers and patients rather
WeedAdvisor
MARCH 29, 2019
In a pattern that is all-too-common for the cannabis industry, dispensaries are now plagued by a shortage on CBD oil, according to CBC News. While CBD was already well-known to many medical users, those with only recreational access quickly fell into the hype. Consequently, CBD’s established image as a cure-all means people with a wide range of health goals, conditions and preferences want to purchase the product.
PrestoDoctor
MARCH 29, 2019
By the year 2027, legal cannabis sales worldwide are expected to reach nearly $57 billion. There is no denying how much the attitude towards medical and recreational cannabis use has changed just in the past few years. In America, a number of states have legalized cannabis and their citizens are reaping all of the benefits. Once you have received your medical cannabis card, you will need to learn as much as you can about this plant before choosing products to use.
The Joint Blog
MARCH 29, 2019
The legalization of marijuana in Washington State is n ot associated with an increase in marijuana use by most teens, according to a study published in The Journal of Adolescent Health. For the study researchers from Washington State University, the University of Massachusetts, and the Colorado School of Public Health assessed trends in teen marijuana use and employment in the years immediately prior to and immediately following the enactment of retail marijuana sales (2010 to 2016), reports
NORML
MARCH 29, 2019
Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! The U.S. House Financial Services Committee has passed The Safe Banking Act, HR 1595 out of committee this week. It now awaits consideration by the U.S. House Judiciary Committee. Guam became the first US territory to send a bill legalizing the adult-use of marijuana to the governor’s desk in 2019.
Leafly
MARCH 29, 2019
Darwin's terpene bars allow customers to blend cannabis vape cartridges that suit their particular needs. The post How Terpene Bars Let Patients Craft Custom Cannabis Vape Carts appeared first on Leafly.
The Herb Collective
MARCH 29, 2019
In the early days of marijuana in California, there were only a few strains available for smokers to enjoy. This was because most of the marijuana consumed in California was smuggled in from Latin America and Asia. It went by names like Acapulco Gold and Thai Stick. As time went on, breeders began crossing the few strains that were available and created new hybrid strains.
CannaTech
MARCH 29, 2019
UK Utilization of Medical Cannabis: An Overview. If you have been following UK news, you may have heard about the rescheduling of cannabis. Last year, after much lobbying by and on behalf of Alfie Dingle and Billie Caldwell (The British Charlotte Figi), on November 1, 2018, specialist doctors were approved to prescribe various forms of marijuana for patients suffering from a range of ailments.
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 29, 2019
Tom Angell writes for Forbes. Following multiple days of lengthy debate and consideration of several amendments, the House Financial Services Committee voted 45 to 15 to advance the legislation to the full body. Floor action has not yet been scheduled, but cannabis reform advocates are hopeful that the committee approval of the banking bill is a sign Democrats are ready to move broad marijuana reforms this year.
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