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States to Watch in 2021: Rhode Island

NORML

According to statewide polling data, 56 percent of likely voters say that the state should legalize recreational marijuana for those over the age of 21. The post States to Watch in 2021: Rhode Island appeared first on NORML.

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Medical Marijuana Not Always An Affordable Alternative To Prescription Drugs

The Fresh Toast

Medical Marijuana Not Always An Affordable Alternative To Prescription Drugs. With all of the legal discrepancies associated with this crop, it's a rather expensive trip. . The post Medical Marijuana Not Always An Affordable Alternative To Prescription Drugs appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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28 cannabis predictions for 2021

Leafly

Just slightly better than a coin toss! Yikes. That’s how well Leafly News predicted the future, as written in 2020. For obvious reasons, everyone’s best-laid plans got swept into history’s junk drawer—next to lawn darts, and those Easter Island statues. Our most accurate 2020 predictions were both pessimistic and optimistic. The sclerotic US Senate stymying […].

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The Buds of Wrath? – Article: COVID is pushing thousands of Chinese immigrant workers into the marijuana business—sometimes leading to exploitation and labor trafficking

Cannabis Law Report

The New Mexico Political Report write about the workers who read like something out of a Steinbeck novel if it were placed in 2020. … Read More. The post The Buds of Wrath? – Article: COVID is pushing thousands of Chinese immigrant workers into the marijuana business—sometimes leading to exploitation and labor trafficking first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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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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Operation CBDeceit Marks Beginning of FTC Crackdown on Deceptive CBD Medical Claims While FDA Continues to Issue Warning Letters

The Blunt Truth

On Thursday, December 17th, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it was taking action against six companies selling CBD-based products. These companies faced administrative actions by the FTC for “making a wide range of scientifically unsupported claims about their ability to treat serious health conditions,” such as cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and pain relief.

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Can I Gift Marijuana This Holiday Season?

Leafwell

When it comes to buying, carrying and using cannabis, everyone knows it’s important to know what the laws do and don’t allow you to do. In this article, we’re going to be looking at whether or not you can ‘gift’ marijuana to your friends and family this holiday season. You can legally gift cannabis in the following states: Alaska – 1 ounce or less California – 1 ounce or less Colorado – 1 ounce or.

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Columbia To Export THC Rich Product From 2021 ?

Cannabis Law Report

Colombia’s Superintendency of Industry and Commerce has suggested the South American nation consider legalizing THC-rich exports for the global medical cannabis market. Reports Ganjaprenuer. Colombia … Read More. The post Columbia To Export THC Rich Product From 2021 ? first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Today’s Answer of the Day

TheAnswerPage

Do cannabinoids affect cardiac function? Low doses of cannabinoids have been associated with tachycardia, hypertension and increased contractility (an increased sympathetic response). In contrast, high doses of cannabinoids enhance parasympathetic tone leading to dose-dependent bradycardia and hypotension. See Answer. See Answer.

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Investing in Psychedelics: Building Value Through IP

Cannabis Law Report

CFN Media has partnered with The CSE and Zuber Lawler to host this FREE online conference that will focus on psychedelics drug development and bring … Read More. The post Investing in Psychedelics: Building Value Through IP first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Kratom Vs. CBD: Which One Will Benefit You Most?

The Joint Blog

CBD and Kratom have been in the spotlight for some time now. They both fit into the same gray area of substances that are hyped up by many. But at the same time, there is a lot of misinformation going on around them. Kratom and CBD also share similar effects and are used for similar conditions. This is why we thought, why not compare them? After all, it would be interesting to see how they fare against each other.

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Italy Publishes Hemp Decree

Cannabis Law Report

Hemp Industry Daily reports. Italy’s agricultural ministry has named four dozen government, regulatory and industry stakeholders to a new working group for the country’s hemp … Read More. The post Italy Publishes Hemp Decree first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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How To Properly Store Your Vape Hardware

The Joint Blog

Vaping is emerging as a popular subculture today. The markets are brimming with different kinds of vaping gears and devices that you can choose from. Whether you are just a newbie or a pro vaping enthusiast, you must agree that your vaping device is essential to you. You have not only put a lot of effort into searching and selecting the suitable one but have also invested money into it.

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The Debate of Using CRISPR to Make Genetic Edits to Cannabis

Veriheal

A team of scientists at CanBreed, a facility based in Israel, has made use of CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology in order to alter the cannabis plant’s genes so that it would be more resistant to white powdery mildew. While the thought of mildew-resistant cannabis is appealing, altering the genes of any plant or organism can be risky. CanBreed states that they perfect the genetics of cannabis and hemp for the benefit of the growers and consumers.

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5 of the Most Profitable Pot Stocks to Buy for 2021

Cannabis Life Network

Cannabis has been both one of the best and worst stocks to invest in for 2020. Pot stocks fell 50% from January to March, but have since risen 75%. We can thank Joe Biden, the US’s impending marijuana legalization, and COVID for making everyone want to stay home and smoke weed for its comeback. But […]. The post 5 of the Most Profitable Pot Stocks to Buy for 2021 appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.