Cannabis legalization around the world
Leafly
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Industry experts weigh in on several countries that are warming towards legal marijuana. The post Cannabis legalization around the world appeared first on Leafly.
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Better luck Next Year – Cannabis Reform in America stalls out in 2019
Cannabis Life Network
DECEMBER 30, 2019
In significant news affecting our American neighbours, that came and went, largely without a trace, the United States Senate shut down several attempts by the House of Representatives to pass reforms to cannabis legislation this month. Attached to spending legislation bills, slated for fiscal 2020, the House attached riders that would have prevented the federal […].
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Study Finds Daily CBD Use Reduces Symptoms of Social Anxiety Disorder
The Joint Blog
DECEMBER 30, 2019
According to new research the daily administration of cannabidiol (CBD) – a non-psychoactive compound found in marijuana – reduces symptoms of social anxiety disorder (SAD) in teens. This is based on a new study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology and titled Anxiolytic effects of repeated cannabidiol treatment in teenagers with social anxiety disorder.
Report: Marijuana Reform Is Normal
NORML
DECEMBER 30, 2019
2019 has been an unprecedented year for the passage of state-level marijuana law reforms and when we zoom out, it’s remarkable to reflect upon what we have accomplished. That is why are proud to publish Marijuana Reform Is Normal , which is the only comprehensive report detailing all of our collective victories in 2019. Click here to read the report or download the presentation PDF.
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.
The most important cannabis science stories of 2019
Leafly
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Check out what researchers found out about cannabis with the best studies from 2019. The post The most important cannabis science stories of 2019 appeared first on Leafly.
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Oregon Cannabis: State of the State
Canna Law Blog
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Here we are at the end of 2019, which means it’s time for the fourth annual “State of the State” post on Oregon cannabis (see the 2018 post here ; 2017 here ; and 2016 here ). This past year has been a reckoning of sorts for Oregon cannabis: things slowed down on the marijuana side but accelerated on the hemp side (albeit in fits and starts). Below is a high-level summary of what we are seeing in Oregon cannabis as we move into the new year.
Cannabis investment vehicle Greencare joins NEX
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 30, 2019
By Andrew Hore – 30/12/2019. Greencare Capital (LON: GRE) has joined the NEX Growth Market as part of its strategy to become a consolidator in the European market for cannabis-based products. Greencare has already identified its first investment and it could be secured in the near future. Greencare is capitalised at £3m at the subscription price of 25p a share.
First Time in Amsterdam? 12 Coffee Shop Etiquette Tips from the Locals
LIWTS
DECEMBER 30, 2019
It’s easy to understand why a sizeable proportion of Amsterdam locals aren’t fond of tourists. Far from the basic coffee shop etiquette expected of guests, visitors to Amsterdam don’t always play by the rules. This is particularly true of for first-time cannabis tourists, for whom coffee shop etiquette often seems like a foreign concept. On [ ] The post First Time in Amsterdam?
New vaping promotion ban comes into effect on Wednesday, Ontario
Cannabis Life Network
DECEMBER 30, 2019
TORONTO — Ontario‘s new ban on the promotion of vaping products in convenience stores and gas stations comes into effect on Wednesday. The regulations were announced by the Progressive Conservatives in the fall, in response to research that shows vaping is on the rise among young people in the province. The new regulation will bring vaping […].
Cannabis Tinctures Are Now Back with Legalization
Puff Puff Post
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Cannabis tinctures are potions of cannabis in an alcohol base. The same alcohol we drink cannabis enthusiasts use to extract THC. There was a long history of using cannabis tinctures, especially for medical purposes. The first known users of cannabis tinctures in the West were in the Roman Empire. Dr. Walter O Shaughnessy wrote the book On the Preparations of Indian Hemp, or Gunjah , which popularized the use of cannabis tinctures in the West.
How To Build a Marijuana Hydroponic System
Otherside Farms
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Hydroponics is one of the most popular ways to grow marijuana. What is hydroponics, though? Basically it is the growth of a plant in a nutrient-enriched soluble, rather than in soil. This allows the grower control of the nutrients, minerals, and products going into the marijuana plant. There are multiple ways to get a hydroponic system set up. Kits are sold all over the place online.
Cannabis Tinctures Are Now Back with Legalization
Puff Puff Post
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Cannabis tinctures are potions of cannabis in an alcohol base. The same alcohol we drink cannabis enthusiasts use to extract THC. There was a long history of using cannabis tinctures, especially for medical purposes. The first known users of cannabis tinctures in the West were in the Roman Empire. Dr. Walter O Shaughnessy wrote the book On the Preparations of Indian Hemp, or Gunjah , which popularized the use of cannabis tinctures in the West.
Missouri: First Licensing Lawsuit Is Up & Running
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 30, 2019
The St Louis Post Dispatch reports… A southwest Missouri family that saw its application to grow medical marijuana rejected by the state is now suing the state, demanding a license to participate in Missouri’s fledgling medical cannabis industry. The lawsuit filed Friday by Paul Callicoat and his family, of Sarcoxie, Missouri, came a day after the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services granted 60 licenses from the more than 500 companies that applied.
Today’s Answer of the Day
TheAnswerPage
DECEMBER 30, 2019
The indications for nabilone include the treatment of nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy in patients who have failed to respond adequately to conventional antiemetic treatments. Is nabilone an effective treatment for post-operative nausea and vomiting? No. Nabilone has not been found to be an effective treatment for PONV. Intravenous THC has not been shown to be an effective tretment for PONV either.
A guide to CBD oil in Ireland
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 30, 2019
You may wonder where you could buy CBD oil if you are a resident of the Republic of Ireland or are a tourist on the Emerald Island. Now it is a good idea to see whether the production of CBD oil is legal or not, until I find that out and learn how to choose the best type of oil in Ireland. The position of sales and buying of CBD oil in Ireland. Although CBD has been shown to offer a wide range of health benefits, the legality of CBD remains questionable in many areas, including Ireland.
Marijuana Use is Rising Faster Among Depressed Individuals
The Joint Blog
DECEMBER 30, 2019
The consistent use of marijuana has risen more quickly among people with depression, according to a new study. In addition, those with depression are less likely to perceive it as risky, compared with people who aren’t depressed. For the study, reported on by Reuters, researchers examined data collected from a total of almost 729,000 people aged 12 years and older between 2005 and 2017, including any prior-month cannabis use and any depression experienced over the previous year. “By the fi
Press Release: Mojave Jane Brands and Bravo Distribution Reach Agreement on Reversal of Acquisition
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Mojave Jane (CSE: JANE , OTC:HHPHF, FSE:OHCN), a California cannabis company, today announced that it has reached an agreement with the principals of Bravo Distribution (“Bravo”) on the reversal of the original transaction whereby Mojave had acquired the assets of Bravo. Bravo had originally been acquired to provide distribution capabilities to dispensaries in California.
How to regulate temperature and humidity in your indoor marijuana grow
Leafly
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Achieving a good balance of temperature and humidity in your indoor grow can be tricky. Here are some tips on how it's done. The post How to regulate temperature and humidity in your indoor marijuana grow appeared first on Leafly.
MedMen’s Bierman Tells MJ Biz, I Should Have Sacked People Earlier.
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Yes the language is dressed up in corporate speak when he says, “My biggest mistake of the last 12 months was not going through this restructuring sooner, and the market will tell you that, and the market has told us that for the last six months.” We notice he still has a job while 300 others don’t. To get an idea where his thinking is here’s an excerpt.
NORML 2019 Legislative Report
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 30, 2019
NORML write, “2019 has been a monumental year for cannabis reform across the United States. Over 60 cannabis-related bills were signed into law in states across the country. Illinois and the US territory of Guam legalized adult-use cannabis and its retail sale, medical cannabis programs were enacted and expanded in several states, and 27 states considered legislation that would have legalized adult-use cannabis, a record-high.
Indiana’s proposed marijuana laws in 2020: Everything you need to know
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 30, 2019
It is rightful to say that the “battle” regarding the legalization of marijuana in Indiana would be kept uninterrupted until 2020. The new year is approaching, yet the state is already in full gear to take prohibition of hemp-derived products at the next level. It might be legal to keep the pot in its neighbor states specifically Illinois and Michigan but Indiana is firm with its decision to break away from the green hype.
Article – “Stop Dreaming: Cannabis Banking Reform Isn’t Happening in 2020”
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 30, 2019
We found this article not only interesting for what it says but also where it is published. If Nasdaq.com are re-distributing a Motely Fool piece on the state of cannabis banking then we’d suggest it is probably worth heeding what’s being said. Below is the Motely Fool piece and as it says, yes, the SAFE Banking act appears to be a great idea but the Republicans in the Senate have no intention of passing anything that’s come from the Democrat controlled house.
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