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FDA Public Hearing & Comments On Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

This post was written by Kamran Aryah , an attorney with the Kight on Cannabis law firm. The FDA is however finally allowing the public to weigh in, with the announcement of a Public Hearing to take place on May 31, 2019. What’s more, is that the Agency is allowing submission of public comment until July 2, 2019 and seems to earnestly want feedback from the hemp industry.

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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, given its prominent pharmacological benefits on anxiety, schizophrenia, addiction, and possibly even depression. The post Fact Check: Is Marijuana’s CBD Psychoactive Or Not?

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Alabama: Jefferson County Police To Cite, Rather Than Prosecute, Minor Marijuana Violators

NORML

A spokesperson for the Jefferson County (population: 658,000) Sheriff’s Office announced today that local law enforcement will begin citing, rather than arresting, low-level marijuana offenders. Under the new policy, police will issue a summons to those who possess personal amounts of marijuana or cannabis-related paraphernalia. Offenders will no longer be arrested or booked.

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Cannabis Topicals: DIY 3-Ingredient Whipped Marijuana Body Butter

Cannabis Cheri

?. You are not going to believe how quick and easy it is to make this luxurious whipped marijuana body butter! And how little it takes to make it, just 3 simple ingredients: Cannabis. Coconut Oil. Cornstarch or Tapioca Flour. That’s it! The body butter has a thick creamy consistency that melts into a healing moisturizing oil upon skin contact. I slather it on after every shower.

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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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Wisconsin Legalization Would Save Lives, Bring $1.1B Benefit, Study Says

Leafly

Medical legalization would prevent 49 overdose deaths every year, save policing costs, and halt thousands of arrests. The post Wisconsin Legalization Would Save Lives, Bring $1.1B Benefit, Study Says appeared first on Leafly.

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Barney Frank Was Into Legalization, Gay Marriage Wicked Early

Leafly

Reform happens slow, then fast, says the Congressman from Massachusetts who championed gay marriage and legal weed waaaay before it was cool. The post Barney Frank Was Into Legalization, Gay Marriage Wicked Early appeared first on Leafly.

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What Does Hemp Oil Do? A Guide to Its Uses and Benefits

Otherside Farms

With the recent legalization nationwide of hemp, the industry and market have grown significantly. In fact, the market for industrial hemp is expected to triple by 2020. One of the biggest reasons for this growth is the use of hemp oil as a means of medicine. There are so many benefits that come from this incredible plant. So what does hemp oil do?

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Jorge Cervantes on PhotoCup and How to Grow Close-up Ready Cannabis From Seed

Leafly

Legendary cannabis cultivation expert Jorge Cervantes talks about growing cannabis from seed, what to look for in an online seedbank, and judging Seedsman's PhotoCup cannabis photo contest. The post Jorge Cervantes on PhotoCup and How to Grow Close-up Ready Cannabis From Seed appeared first on Leafly.

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The Battle for California Cannabis Access is a Roadmap for States Considering Legalization

Canna Law Blog

Over the last few years, California has gained a reputation of being a state where cannabis is completely legal and out in the open. In reality, cannabis isn’t nearly as “free” as people think it is in the Golden State, with many cities outright banning commercial cannabis activities. Right now, there is an ongoing battle between the state and local governments for access to cannabis, which should be the first place that states (and possibly even Congress) look when considering legalization.

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What is Skunk?

Medical Cannabis Seedbank

The 411 on Skunk: First of all, as a cannabis enthusiast like myself, the name skunk is far from unfamiliar. But what is Skunk? Where did it originate from? And what strains are available with its amazing gene? Let’s take a look…. The Legendary Classic: Skunk! This is a cannabis strain that that was one of the first cannabis strains to be grown under artificial lighting and its name became notorious.

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This Week in Cannabis: Top Stories From Across Canada From Apr. 12-19

Leafly

Cannabis news from around the web. The post This Week in Cannabis: Top Stories From Across Canada From Apr. 12-19 appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Oil: The Green Organic Dutchman Receives Health Canada Licence to Sell

Cannabis Life Network

TORONTO, April 22, 2019 /CNW/ – The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (the “Company” or “TGOD”) (TSX:TGOD) (US:TGODF) is pleased to announce it has received its cannabis oil sales licence from Health Canada pursuant to the Cannabis Act for its Hamilton, Ontario facility. The Company received its oils production licence in April of 2018 and subsequently installed […].

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Cannabis Retail Guide: Ameri, Toronto

Leafly

See inside the Yorkville cannabis store. The post Cannabis Retail Guide: Ameri, Toronto appeared first on Leafly.

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Loophole Allows Australians To Import Prescribed Medical Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

The Brisbane Times repoers………West Australian man Jim Plamondon claims to have found a loophole to legally import medicinal cannabis into Australia. The former Busselton resident said he used the Therapeutic Goods Administration Traveller’s Exemption to bypass Australian bureaucracy, and claims to be the first Australian to have succeeded at the feat.

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6 Cannabis Strains for People Who Love Earthy Terpene Profiles

Leafly

Earthy flavors exist in a variety of cannabis strains—some uplifting, some calming. Check out these earthy strains with terpene profiles that lend notes of pine, woodiness, and hash. The post 6 Cannabis Strains for People Who Love Earthy Terpene Profiles appeared first on Leafly.

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14 foreign firms seek licences to grow marijuana in Uganda

Cannabis Law Report

PML Daily reports… KAMPALA – Cabinet is considering proposals from several companies that are seeking to venture into growing cannabis in Uganda for medicinal purposes. In Uganda, the use of cannabis for recreational purposes is illegal but Cabinet is considering proposals from a series of foreign firms that seek to make the banned substance produce drugs.

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4/20 Crashes Canadian and U.S. Marijuana Websites

WeedAdvisor

On the Internet, this is a story as old as online shopping – high demand/traffic causing widespread website crashes. April 20 th – a date of celebration long cemented in cannabis culture – has a whole new meaning in Canada and is truly special for those living in any of the 10 legal U.S. states. Naturally, a cannabis holiday would not be very interesting without its central commodity present.

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Kevin Baiko Explains the Politics of Cannabis in North Carolina

Cannabis Maven

This guest post by Kevin Baiko, M.D., self-proclaimed champion for medical cannabis and North Carolina Congressional Candidate, explains his drive for advocating for cannabis with his platform.

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What Happened When I Used CBD Cream For Menstrual Cramps

Miss Marijuana

Menstrual cramps are awful. Like put me out of commission for a week awful. Which is why the idea of CBD oil for period pain seemed so appealing. . They haven’t always been this way, but as I got older, it seems that things have taken a turn for the worse in that department. RELATED: The Best CBD Chocolate For Menstrual Cramps AND Chocolate Cravings.

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Telling a Humboldt Story: From Humble Roots to an American Industry

Cannabis Maven

Wick & Mortar partnered with Pacific Expeditors to create a short documentary about the history of Humboldt County.

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First 4/20 Protest Since Legalization Indicates “Fight is Not Over”

WeedAdvisor

The 4/20 protest may be over, but the struggle is not, according to CBC News. While the movement has been around for quite some time, it would be safe to assume that legalization finally achieves the event’s objective. The 4/20 protest is – for lack of a better word – redundant. But it appears that legalization did not bring the 4/20 organizers’ mission to an end.

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Activist Soapmaker David Bronner Partners with Flow Kana to Launch Ethically and Ecologically Sourced Cannabis Brand

Cannabis Maven

New Non-Profit Company Brother David’s to Dedicate Profits to Fuel & Fund Regenerative Organic Agriculture and Drug Policy Reform.

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What Other States can Learn from California's Cannabis Legalization Process

Cannabis Maven

Why some of California’s cannabis rollout has been a failure, and what other states can learn from it.