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Cannabis Patents Q&A

Canna Law Blog

It should come as no surprise that the number of applications for cannabis patents has been steadily increasing in recent years. In this post we discuss the basics of the subject, with a focus in the United States. While patent systems usually bear some similarities, some of the details may be different in other countries. 1. What is a patent? A patent is a grant of a property right to an inventor over their invention.

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Using Cannabis Biomass

Cannabis Life Network

Using cannabis biomass means using every part of the cannabis plant. You’d think politicians would be open to a free market in cannabis biomass and biofuels. Let entrepreneurs and consumers discover the opportunities to build a cleaner environment. That’s what liberal democracy is all about, right? Free speech, free markets and the rule of law?

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When’s the best time to harvest cannabis flowers? 

The Cannigma

Harvesting cannabis is simultaneously the most exciting and stressful time for growers. During this time cultivators might be thrilled to see the fruits of their labor, but many don’t know when’s the best time to break out the scissors. But before you rush to the finish line, make sure you know the basics of cannabis cultivation for beginners.

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Apple & Amazon Show Support for Cannabis

CannaMD

The stigma around cannabis has been long-standing and stubborn, but recent policy trends at major tech companies hint at a shift in attitude. Last year, Amazon came out in support of the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act of 2021. Now, it has been uncovered that Apple quietly made cannabis-friendly changes to its App Store […].

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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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Thailand Lays Out Plans for Canna-Tourism Industry

Veriheal

Thailand made history earlier this year when it became the first Asian country to decriminalize cannabis. The decriminalization bill included a 120-day delay from its initial signing to when it would go into effect. With about two months left until cannabis is officially legal in the country, Thailand will soon have to make some crucial decisions regarding its incoming industry.

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Media Report: London Law Student Reported To Have Died After Eating Cannabis Gummy

Cannabis Law Report

Law student, 23, who died after eating one ‘cannabis gummy’ as police warn against potentially fatal batch of sweets and man, 37, is charged with intent to supply psychoactive substance. Damilola Olakanmi, from Ilford, east London, bought the ‘gummies’ through app. The sweets were allegedly delivered to her home, where she fell ill last Tuesday.

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Using Psychedelics as a Couple

Cannabis Life Network

The ego can cause problems in a relationship. Using psychedelics can help dampen the ego and allow couples to reconnect. Thinking about using psychedelics with your partner? Read more about how psilocybin can impact your relationship to determine whether or not it’s right for you. How To Know if Ego is Negatively Impacting Your Relationship […].

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Folium Biosciences: Last Minute Raise Saves Overvalued Company From Collapse…Snr Execs Lose Their Sports Cars To The Bank

Cannabis Law Report

CBD wholesaler, Folium Biosciences, was on the brink of collapse in mid-February and although a quick raise has kept the wolf from the door many questions lie ahead for investors. Its former CEO Kashif Shan and current CEO Quan Nguyen were being personally sued by their Colorado Springs lender 5Star Bank who was winning a legal battle to have their luxury sports cars repossessed and a receiver appointed over some of Folium’s bank accounts, according to a court filing in the district of El

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How Many Plants Can You Grow With A Medical Card In Missouri?

MMJ Recs

Home cultivation of medical marijuana has become popular in Missouri over the last few years. Seed banks have opened across the state and many Missouri MMJ patients are taking the opportunity to grow their own private supply of high-quality medical marijuana. So, how many plants can you grow with a medical card in Missouri? Read on to find out. Can You Grow MMJ In Missouri?

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Frankfurt Listed Labat Africa, strengthens it cannabis business value chain

Cannabis Law Report

Chief executives from Labat and CSIR agree on accelerating cannabis and hemp processing for energy, automotive, textile, packaging and construction products. April 05, 2022 04:00 ET | Source: Labat Africa Limited. JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, April 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a landmark event for the global cannabis industry, Labat Africa Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with South Africa’s central research and development organisation, the Council for Scientific

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Judge Instructs Illinois to Stop Awarding Adult-Use Craft Cannabis Cultivation Licenses

Veriheal

The Illinois high court has rejected a request to permit further licensing for craft cannabis cultivators for the state’s adult-use marijuana program, which launched in January 2020. Craft cannabis cultivation typically involves growing cannabis in small batches, and the farming practices used are organic and sustainable. Unlike large-scale cannabis producers, craft growers’ primary focus is carefully planting and drying each crop after a harvest to produce high quality, top shelf pr

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Metrc Announces New Track-And-Trace Contract with the State of Mississippi – That’s 3 New State Contracts In 3 Weeks

Cannabis Law Report

Their third new state contract in as many weeks. LAKELAND, Fla., April 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Metrc, the most trusted and experienced provider of cannabis regulatory systems in the U.S., announced a new contract with the state of Mississippi to support the regulation of its medical cannabis market. This marks Metrc’s 21 st government contract to date nationwide.

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Answer of the Day for Apr 6, 2022

TheAnswerPage

Does expression of the CB1 receptor change during development from childhood into adulthood? Yes. “The expression of the CB1 receptor in the brain also changes throughout human development. Both the expression levels and locations of expression differ greatly between fetal brain development and early life when compared to adult brains.” Malach, M.; Kovalchuk, I.; Kovalchuk, O.

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Michael Hiller NY Cannabis Attorney Pens Song To Support Cannabis Legalization

Cannabis Law Report

We include this after featuring his song Our Medicine by Lunar Tourists in our weekly podcast on Monday. Listen to the full podcast here that explains how and why he wrote the song… Or just have a listen at You Tube.

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Top CBD Tea Review: The Brothers Apothecary

Otherside Farms

CBD has grown rapidly in popularity in recent years, due to regulatory changes at the Federal level and an explosion of growth in the private sector. While most products focus on CBD oils or gummies, more unique and novel products have also been developed. One of our favorites is CBD tea. While there are many different choices, we’ve selected The Brothers Apothecary as our number one choice for strength, ingredient quality, packaging, and transparency.

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Vape Pen Batteries: Top 7 Tips to Make Your E-Cigarette Battery Last Longer

Cannabis Law Report

You’re at the whim of your battery life when you’re vaping outside the house. If your battery dies, you’re left with nothing to vape and a craving for nicotine, boosting the temptation to buy a pack of cigarettes or, at the absolute least, prompting you to have a spare device with you at all times. But how can you make your vape mod’s battery last longer so you can vape all day?

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Video: $3.7 million from marijuana tax revenue goes to Kent, Ottawa, Muskegon counties and local government

Cannabis Law Report

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House of Representatives Passes MORE Act to Remove Marijuana from Schedule I – Don’t Rush to Start Airing Pot Ads Yet

Cannabis Law Report

By David Oxenford on April 5, 2022. Last week, the US House of Representatives passed the MORE Act which, if enacted, would take marijuana off the list of Schedule I drugs – those drugs whose possession and distribution is a federal felony, as is the use of the radio waves to promote their use. As we have warned before (see, for instance, our article here published when an earlier version of this bill passed the House in 2020), because of the laws making the sale of marijuana a federal