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California’s Top Pot Regulator, Lori Ajax, Stands Up for Legal Deliveries

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The most powerful cannabis regulator in the world reflects on the most controversial part of legalization’s implementation. The post California’s Top Pot Regulator, Lori Ajax, Stands Up for Legal Deliveries appeared first on Leafly.

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Avoid Hemp Litigation with a Real Agricultural Production Contract

Canna Law Blog

As everyone knows by now the 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp production by de-scheduling the crop under the Controlled Substance Act. We’ve written extensively about federal hemp rules and regulations as well as those in California , Oregon and Washington. We’ve also addressed hemp in terms of USDA Organic Certification , international trade issues , and the FDA stance on hemp derived CBD in cosmetics.

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What Are You Smoking Episode 80: Viola CEO Al Harrington

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Retired NBA star turned cannabis entrepreneur Al Harrington joins the show to talk about Viola—both the brand he leads and grandma that inspired him to start it. . The post What Are You Smoking Episode 80: Viola CEO Al Harrington appeared first on Leafly.

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Claim & Counterclaim In British Columbia Supreme Court Over Cannabis Company Loan Repayments

Cannabis Law Report

Yahoo Finance reports on the Liht press release. Saying…… Liht Cannabis Corporation (CNW Group/Liht Cannabis Corporation). The Company will vigorously defend itself against the claim made by Veritas. As set out in the Response to Civil Claim, the Company believes the allegations are without merit and that the Agreement is in full force and effect.

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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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Here’s Why You Might Want To Try Some Transdermal Cannabis After Your Next Workout

The Fresh Toast

Here’s Why You Might Want To Try Some Transdermal Cannabis After Your Next Workout Transdermal cannabis is not your mother’s hemp-infused lotion she buys in bulk from Costco. It often comes in the form of a patch, oil or salve, and is applied topically. The post Here’s Why You Might Want To Try Some Transdermal Cannabis After Your Next Workout appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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PSA: Moms Would Really Love Some Weed For Mother’s Day

The Fresh Toast

PSA: Moms Would Really Love Some Weed For Mother’s Day Legalization of marijuana in some states and access to legal THC-free cannabis products with CBD in every state could be freeing more mothers to use cannabis products in an enjoyable and responsible way. The post PSA: Moms Would Really Love Some Weed For Mother’s Day appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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NZ Govt Press Release On Cannabis Referendum “New Zealanders to make the decision in cannabis referendum”

Cannabis Law Report

7 MAY 2019. New Zealanders to make the decision in cannabis referendum. HON ANDREW LITTLE. Justice. The Government has announced details of how New Zealanders will choose whether or not to legalise and regulate cannabis, said Justice Minister Andrew Little. The Coalition Government is committed to a health-based approach to drugs, to minimise harm and take control away from criminals.

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Wildflower brands Acquisition of City Cannabis to Include One of the First Licenses on Vancouver Island

Cannabis Life Network

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 06, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wildflower Brands Inc. (CSE: SUN, OTC: WLDFF) is excited to announce that a cannabis store application in Comox has been granted Approval In Principle (AIP) by the Provincial Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch. Wildflower recently announced a letter of intent to acquire City Cannabis Co.

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California 911 Caller Irate On Discovering Cannabis Is Legal

Cannabis Law Report

According to local police blotter posted by The Union , Nevada County California’s local newspaper,an unnamed individual smelled the tell tale smell wafting down the street and decided to call 911 about it. Yes, someone called the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office on cannabis smokers in California, where marijuana has now been recreationally legal since 2018.

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Cannabis Retail Guide: Hello Cannabis, Dundas, Ontario

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See inside this sunny cannabis store. The post Cannabis Retail Guide: Hello Cannabis, Dundas, Ontario appeared first on Leafly.

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Texas Legislature Takes Small Steps Towards Broader Medical Cannabis Regulation

Cannabis Law Report

Monday night, the Texas House gave initial passage to a bill to legalize broader use of medical marijuana. . House Bill 1365 , by state Representative Eddie Lucio, D-Brownsville, would expand the state’s extremely narrow rules to allow doctors to prescribe low-THC cannabis to patients with cancer, autism, post-traumatic stress disorder, severe pain and nausea, muscular dystrophy, Alzheimer’s and a host of other conditions.

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Here’s Why You Might Want To Try Some Transdermal Cannabis After Your Next Workout

The Fresh Toast

Here’s Why You Might Want To Try Some Transdermal Cannabis After Your Next Workout Transdermal cannabis is not your mother’s hemp-infused lotion she buys in bulk from Costco. It often comes in the form of a patch, oil or salve, and is applied topically. The post Here’s Why You Might Want To Try Some Transdermal Cannabis After Your Next Workout appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Denver Ballot Allows Residents to Vote On Decriminilizing Psilocybin

Cannabis Law Report

The Washington Post reports. The movement to “ Decriminalize Denver ” is the nation’s first public referendum on “magic mushrooms,” after an effort in California failed to reach the ballot last year. Initiative 301 would apply only to Denver, not the entire state of Colorado. It would place into city code the directive that enforcing laws for personal use or possession of psilocybin mushrooms “shall be the lowest law enforcement priority in the City and County of Denver,” though having the mushr

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PSA: Moms Would Really Love Some Weed For Mother’s Day

The Fresh Toast

PSA: Moms Would Really Love Some Weed For Mother’s Day Legalization of marijuana in some states and access to legal THC-free cannabis products with CBD in every state could be freeing more mothers to use cannabis products in an enjoyable and responsible way. The post PSA: Moms Would Really Love Some Weed For Mother’s Day appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Capturing Eden Hoping to Strike Back Against Opioid Epidemic

WeedAdvisor

Canada’s opioid epidemic is no secret, especially in the town of Haliburton, ON. Despite its small size, The Haliburton County Echo reports that the town is a hotspot for opioid use. But marijuana represents a ray of hope – something that Capturing Eden intends to bring through improved access to medical cannabis. Capturing Eden is a business specializing in providing access to medical marijuana products and services, including medical assessments to obtain a prescription.

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6 Cannabis Strains for People Who Love Citrus Terpenes

Leafly

Find out which terpenes fuel your favorite citrus cannabis aromas, from sweet orange to zesty lemon. The post 6 Cannabis Strains for People Who Love Citrus Terpenes appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Sprays Explored: Toxic Sludge and Sulphuric Acid

Cannabis Life Network

This article is part 2 in a series. For part 1- “Cannabis Sprays Explored: Testing for Hydrogen Peroxide” – click here. The quality of Canada’s legal strains always seems so incredibly poor. The reality is, harsh smoke emanates from cannabis after it has been dosed in different chemicals and chemical sprays. Legal producers often […].

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Denver Measure to Decrim Magic Mushrooms Trailing in Returns

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Early returns have the ballot measure losing, 54% to 45%. The post Denver Measure to Decrim Magic Mushrooms Trailing in Returns appeared first on Leafly.

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Illinois Bill Would Legalize Marijuana

The Joint Blog

Legislation that would make Illinois the 11th state to legalize marijuana has been officially introduced. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and several state lawmakers have introduced a long-awaited bill that would legalize and regulate the use and sale of recreational marijuana in the state next year, reports the Associated Press. Under the measure – which can be found by clicking here – was announced by Pritzker on Saturday and is expected to be introduced today.