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What’s the difference between marijuana and hemp?

Cannabis Life Network

You’ve probably seen a variety of products containing hemp being advertised and sold in regular stores, but never products containing marijuana. Although they are both from the cannabis family, there are important differences between marijuana and hemp that you should know. What is Hemp? Legally, any Cannabis Sativa plant that contains less than 0.3 percent […].

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And Back To Guam For Some Slow Regulations

Cannabis Law Report

In Italy it’s the slow cooking movement, in Australia the new buzzword is slow fashion whilst in Guam it’s without doubt slow cannabis regulation. We … Read More.

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Progress - Construction Update May 2020

Peninsula Alternative Health

Another month has passed and we have begun to make some serious progress on construction of the new campus. Since our last update many construction milestones have been achieved and the project is moving along very nicely, our expectations remain to open this summer! We are extremely excited about the progress and cannot wait to open the doors to the public.

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NCIA: Just Say No: Keep The DEA Out of Cannabis Research

Cannabis Law Report

THE PRICE – Free? THE DATE – June 3, 12:00PM MT THE RATING – THE BLURB – NCIA’s #IndustryEssentials educational webinar series are our new … Read More.

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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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L.A. Cannabis Update: Little Fires Everywhere

Canna Law Blog

The City of Los Angeles is no stranger to change and struggle around its local cannabis industry. Since the passage of Proposition M back in 2017, the City has made great strides but also suffered significant setbacks in building its licensed cannabis marketplace. Even through the COVID-19 pandemic, this trend continues for Los Angeles and its Department of Cannabis Regulation (“DCR”), We’ve written a lot over the past three years about L.A.’s journey with licensed cannab

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7 Ways To Determine The Best CBD Dose You Should Take

LIWTS

Cannabidiol (CBD) is among the 60+ active compounds that occur in cannabis plants. In recent years, a lot of research has been conducted on this compound to determine its benefits in treating different ailments. The results have mostly been positive, with studies suggesting that CBD has some beneficial effects on the body. The main medical [ ] The post 7 Ways To Determine The Best CBD Dose You Should Take appeared first on Legalize it.

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Buddle Findlay NZ: A new medicinal cannabis scheme for New Zealand

Cannabis Law Report

It may seem that the big item on the cannabis law reform agenda is the upcoming referendum on recreational cannabis (which is discussed in more … Read More.

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One Hit Too Many? How to Deal with an Anxiety Overload

LIWTS

These days, medical cannabis patients worldwide are turning to premium bud to treat their anxiety. Research has suggested that the right cannabis strains consumed at the right time can be surprisingly effective anxiety treatment. Still, it’s also no secret that overdoing it with cannabis in general can be a common anxiety trigger. Even in those [ ] The post One Hit Too Many?

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Cannabis Rises To COVID-19 Challenge

Cannabis Law Report

I am a Florida cannabis consumer and cannabis is essential to my ability to participate in my own life on a daily basis. I use … Read More.

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What are Terpenes: Everything You Need to Know

Miss Marijuana

By: Sahra Ali. What are terpenes? Most of us know the soothing, aromatic effects of essential oils. We may have been introduced to them during a massage therapy session or we know someone who swears by them. Those of us who use CBD or THC products in general may not know that terpenes, a diverse class of organic compounds produced by an array of plants, are an active ingredient in essential oils and plants such as cannabis.

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NCIA: Cannabis Retail Success and Strategies 

Cannabis Law Report

THE PRICE – Free? THE DATE – June 1, 1:00PM MT THE RATING – THE BLURB – According to a recent Gallup poll, 66% of … Read More.

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Progress - Construction Update May 2020

Peninsula Alternative Health

Another month has passed and we have begun to make some serious progress on construction of the new campus. Since our last update many construction milestones have been achieved and the project is moving along very nicely, our expectations remain to open this summer! We are extremely excited about the progress and cannot wait to open the doors to the public.

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Already Presented Pt 1 – Watch Video: Lunch+Learn Series | Creating an Omnichannel Cannabis Retail Experience presented by Shopify

Cannabis Law Report

THE PRICE – Free THE DATE – May 15 May 29 June 12 June 26 THE RATING – THE BLURB – The BofC Lunch+Learn … Read More.

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Fact Check: Is Marijuana’s CBD Psychoactive Or Not?

The Fresh Toast

Fact Check: Is Marijuana’s CBD Psychoactive Or Not? CBD is frequently mischaracterized as ‘non-psychoactive’ or ‘non-psychotropic’ in comparison to THC, but these terms are inaccurate. The post Fact Check: Is Marijuana’s CBD Psychoactive Or Not? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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USDA Rules Say Hemp Not Automatically Eligible for New USDA Coronavirus Relief Program

Cannabis Law Report

Hemp producers may be eligible if they can prove they’ve experienced at least a 5% price decline between January and April and face additional marketing … Read More.

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Today’s Answer of the Day

TheAnswerPage

What is hashish? Hashish (AKA hash) is a THC-rich resin from the cannabis plant. This resin is collected and processed into various forms, including balls, cakes or cookies. Pieces of hashish can be broken off, and placed in pipes or cigarettes for smoking. Some individuals mix hashish with tobacco. Hashish products are considered to be Schedule I substances.

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New Study Recommends Setting Legal Marijuana Age Limit at 19

The Joint Blog

According to a new study published in the journal BMC Public Health, jurisdictions that regulate marijuana use should consider imposing a minimum age requirement of 19. For the study researchers examined life outcomes (including educational attainment and mental health) associated with the use of marijuana: They studies this across various age groups. “In this study, we assumed that setting an MLA (minimum legal age) for cannabis use is necessary”, states the study, “and sought

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Opioid Distribution Drops Post-Marijuana Legalization, Finds Study

The Joint Blog

The legalization of marijuana in Colorado is associated with a significant reduction in prescription opioid distribution, according to a new study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. The study was first reported on by NORML. For the study, researchers with the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Pennsylvania and the University of New England in Maine examined opioid distribution trends in Colorado following legalization as compared to tre

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Shopping for Cannabis Online in Canada? A Beginner’s Guide

The Joint Blog

Buying weed online has become massive since cannabis was legalized in Canada. The Cannabis Act of 2018 has opened up a whole new world of opportunity for Canadian cannabis connoisseurs. Among the reasons why weed smokers are flocking to online weed mail order sites are convenience, selection and price. Below we’ll discuss some of the main reasons why people are buying online, followed by a beginner’s guide to buying from an Online dispensary in Canada.

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Ohio Legalization Campaign Given More Flexibility to Gather Necessary Signatures

The Joint Blog

A federal judge has ruled that Ohio must allow groups pursuing voting law changes, a minimum wage increase and marijuana decriminalization more time and flexibility to qualify for ballots amid the coronavirus pandemic, reports the Associated Press. U.S. District Court Judge Edmund Sargus Jr.’s ruling Tuesday ordered the state to allow campaigns until July 31 to gather required signatures and to allow them to be collected electronically.