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Kentucky: House Votes Overwhelmingly in Favor of Medical Cannabis Access

NORML

Members of the Kentucky House of Representatives voted by a margin of more than two to one in favor of legislation, House Bill 136 , facilitating medical cannabis access. The vote marks the first time that a legislative chamber in the state has ever advanced medicinal marijuana legislation. “This is a historic day for Kentucky”, said Matthew Bratcher, Executive Director of Kentucky NORML. “We are so proud of the work all the advocates did this year, and all the years prior, in

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CBD And Medical Marijuana: All You Need To Know

MMJ Recs

Medical marijuana, along with other cannabis products, is growing in popularity across the country. As a result, people are becoming more and more curious about the natural compounds found in marijuana and how it may be able to help them. Here’s what you need to know about CBD and medical marijuana, including how they are used and what each may able to do for you.

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Report: Over 243,000 Full-Time Marijuana Employees in the U.S.

The Joint Blog

According to a new report, the legal marijuana industry now has 243,700 full-time employees. Leafly’s annual Cannabis Jobs Report found 243,700 full-time-equivalent (FTE) jobs supported by legal cannabis as of January 2020, a 15% year-over-year increase. Over the past 12 months the expanding industry has created 33,700 new jobs nationwide, making legal marijuana the fastest-growing industry in America.

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Exploring cannabinoids of the future with Dr. Robert Kaufmann and CBD American Shaman

Leafly

CBD American Shaman and Dr. Bob Kaufmann are working together to learn more about cannabinoids like cannabidol to understand the power of cannabinoids and the future of cannabis medicine. The post Exploring cannabinoids of the future with Dr. Robert Kaufmann and CBD American Shaman 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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Complete Guide to Watering Your Marijuana Plants

Marijuana Seeds NL

When beginning to grow marijuana you may think watering them will be the easiest task you have. But, like nutrients, lighting and environmental controls - watering marijuana plants properly is just as vital to their growth. Why? Not only are cannabis plants made up of 80% water, but water is the gateway for essential nutrients to absorb. So, how often to water your plants will be an important factor to figure out from the start.

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The Sale of CBD Foods Is Legal in the UK (For Now)

Canna Law Blog

Last week, the Food Standard Agency (“ FSA ”), the agency responsible for protecting public health in relation to food in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (collectively, the “UK”), cleared a path for the sale of CBD-infused food for the next 12 months. Specifically, the FSA is giving the CBD industry until March 31, 2021 to submit valid novel food authorization applications to ensure these products meet specific safety standards.

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The Roll-Up #129: When to plant your weed seeds

Leafly

Spring is coming, so get those seeds in the soil now. The post The Roll-Up #129: When to plant your weed seeds appeared first on Leafly.

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University Of Iowa Is Exploring Medical Marijuana’s Effects On Aging

The Fresh Toast

Researchers say the time has come to find out if medical marijuana increases this risk of cognitive issues and which products with higher or lower THC content, are safe to use. Continue reading University Of Iowa Is Exploring Medical Marijuana’s Effects On Aging at The Fresh Toast.

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Real Estate Development in California: Join us February 26 in L.A.!

Canna Law Blog

Developers of cannabis projects in California want to turn projects around as quickly and cheaply as possible, and are frequently frustrated by the amount of time, money, and effort required for the entitlement process. On Wednesday, February 26, a panel of real estate development experts will explain the entitlement process in California at a LACBA panel moderated by our own Julie Hamill.

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Thousands light up joints during Hindu festival in Nepal

Cannabis Life Network

KATHMANDU, Nepal — Hindu holy men were joined by devotees and the public Friday at a revered temple in Kathmandu where they lit up joints during an annual festival despite prohibition and warnings by authorities. Hundreds of police officers patrolled the forested area around the Pashupati temple, which was crowded with cannabis smokers celebrating the […].

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What Happens When Medical Marijuana Gets Contaminated?

The Fresh Toast

Without the rigorous controls that exist at an approved professional cultivation facility, it’s easy to make a mistake — and make yourself sick in the process. Continue reading What Happens When Medical Marijuana Gets Contaminated? at The Fresh Toast.

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Join Martin Szabó for a Cannabis Photography Workshop in Calgary, AB

Cannabis Life Network

Commercial and portrait photographer Martin Szabó, who has specialized in the field of cannabis photography, is aiming to help your understanding of just that. Through his full-day workshop, specifically tailored to consumers and business to business operations, join Szabó as you go through the whole cannabis e-commerce photoshoot process, from start to finish, including post-production and […].

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How Effective CBD is on Cats?

Otherside Farms

CBD, also known as cannabidiol, is a compound found in the hemp plant, a plant that belongs to the cannabis family. The special thing about hemp is that in contrast to the cannabis, it doesn’t contain THC, which may be toxic to animals depending on the dose, but is pretty harmless to humans. You can read more detailed information here. Just so you know, THC (or tetrahydrocannabinol) is what gives cannabis and marijuana their trippy hallucinogenic qualities whereas cannabidiol contains few to no

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Today’s Answer of the Day

TheAnswerPage

Is the legalization of medical marijuana associated with an increase in sexual activity? Yes, according to researchers from the University of Connecticut and Georgia State University. The researchers found that [medical marijuana laws] cause an increase in sexual activity. Of note, the study also determined that there’s a decrease in the use of contraceptives and an increase in the number of births following the enactment of medical cannabis policies.

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Kentucky Moves Closer to Legalizing Medical Marijuana

Cannabis Maven

The House vote marked the first time a medical marijuana bill passed either legislative chamber in Kentucky.

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Pledge to Vote for Marijuana in 2020

NORML

The 2020 Presidential campaigns are in full swing. Candidates are hitting the campaign trail, and blasting you with ads social media, radio, and television, vying for your votes. Whether they’re red or blue, yellow or green, they need to know that ending America’s unjust war on marijuana is a top priority for you. That’s why we’re launching this campaign.

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Trump Has No Plans to Legalize Cannabis

Cannabis Maven

Trump Has No Plans to Legalize Cannabis.Shall We Vote Him Out?