September, 2022

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Do Edibles Work for Pain Management?

Cannabis Cheri

A viewer asks “do edibles work for pain management?” When you ask such a question, the quick answer is: it depends. You didn't give me quite enough information. What kind of pain? How severe? What is your cannabis tolerance like? A lot of factors have to be taken into account. That said, I definitely think using cannabis edibles for pain management is something most people should try as cannabis does not have the serious side effects that come with prescription or even over-the-counter pain medi

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Vermont: Adult-Use Marijuana Sales to Begin Later This Week

NORML

“A robust, above-ground retail marijuana market is necessary in order to disrupt the unregulated marketplace and to assure that consumers have adequate access to lab-tested, high quality products at competitive prices.”. The post Vermont: Adult-Use Marijuana Sales to Begin Later This Week appeared first on NORML.

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CBD & the Endocannabinoid System

Project CBD

Scientists study the role of the endocannabinoid system in human health and disease.

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Legal medical cannabis could reach Mississippi by end of October

Leafly

With nearly 120 dispensaries licensed for business, patients will soon be able to treat roughly 20 medical conditions with cannabis products. The post Legal medical cannabis could reach Mississippi by end of October 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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New Study Breaks the Lazy Stoner Stigma

Veriheal

Stoner stigma and stereotypes are not just discriminatory—they are also outdated and are now being rendered invalid. Cannabis consumers, whatever their reason for consumption, are subject to being stereotyped as “lazy stoners.” Fortunately, a recent study found that cannabis consumers are no more likely to lack motivation compared to those who do not consume cannabis. .

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RICO Claims Against Cannabis Companies Are Evolving

Cannabis Law Report

29 September 2022 by Ethan R. Feldman and Seth Goldberg Duane Morris LLP A few years ago, a trend began to emerge – driven by the anti-cannabis lobby – of civil claims being asserted against state-licensed cannabis operators under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. The suits were brought in an attempt to curtail operators’ state-legal cannabis […].

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Analysis: Many Congressional Candidates Electing to Stay Silent on Cannabis Policy

NORML

“Voters’ views on the subject of legalizing and regulating cannabis have evolved significantly over the past decades; however, the views of those seeking to represent them in Congress have not kept pace with this seismic shift in public opinion. Candidates’ failure to advocate for marijuana policy reform is a missed opportunity, as this is a unique issue that unites voters irrespective of party affiliation.”.

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In Defense of Dopamine: An Endocannabinoid Story

Project CBD

Get to Know a Neurotransmitter: Dopamine is the mother of learning – and the thrill of learning.

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Star signs and cannabis strains: October 2022 horoscopes

Leafly

It's fall, y'all. Find out which strains you should enjoy to have the best October possible according to your astrological sign. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: October 2022 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.

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Prepping for a Cannabis Recession

Canna Law Blog

A cannabis recession may be coming and no cannabis business is immune. Prices are rising, operations are expensive to run, over regulation is rampant, local control is stifling, and you can’t even take many business deductions with the IRS because of IRC 280E. While things like interstate commerce agreements are getting a lot of attention, cannabis businesses should maybe be thinking about how to prepare now for a cannabis recession in the future.

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Evri by Dip Devices: Is this 3-in-1 vape device worth it?

The Cannigma

Price: $59.99 Size: 5.25 inches long Material: metal, plastic, ceramic tip Who it’s good for: concentrate lovers and beginners alike Main pro: consume concentrates anytime anywhere, no nail or blowtorch needed Main con: learning curve. Buy now. If you love concentrates, but dislike the intensity of a nail and blow torch, or don’t want to chase around separate bases for different style oil cartridges, the Evri by Dip Devices is exactly what you’ve been looking for.

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Japanese health ministry panel recommends allowing use of cannabis-based medicine

Cannabis Law Report

News 24… Japan should approve the use of cannabis-based medicines, a health ministry panel recommended on Thursday, paving the way for a possible landmark revision of the country’s strict drug laws. But the shift will not affect Japan’s zero-tolerance policy on the recreational use of marijuana, with the panel in fact proposing a tightening of […].

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Voters in Five States, Dozens of Cities to Decide on Marijuana Legalization Measures This November

NORML

If voters approve these measures, approximately half of all US residents will reside in a jurisdiction where the possession and use of cannabis are legal for adults. The post <strong>Voters in Five States, Dozens of Cities to Decide on Marijuana Legalization Measures This November</strong> appeared first on NORML.

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In Praise of Dopamine: An Endocannabinoid Story

Project CBD

Get to Know a Neurotransmitter: Dopamine is the mother of learning – and the thrill of learning.

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‘Cloudy with a chance of Munchies’ study ties legal cannabis to lower obesity rates

Leafly

New research challenges the idea that cannabis triggers unhealthy habits and outcomes. The post ‘Cloudy with a chance of Munchies’ study ties legal cannabis to lower obesity rates appeared first on Leafly.

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George Smitherman on Cannabis in Canada

Cannabis Life Network

If you believe Justin Trudeau sold cannabis in Canada out to a Laurentian Elite, then George Smitherman is your boogeyman. A former politician and now licensed producer, he’s also President and CEO Cannabis Council of Canada (C3). When the Trudeau government announced a review of the Cannabis Act, C3 released “Five Big Asks.” They are: Address the financial viability of Licence holders by fixing the excise tax, provincial distributor mark-ups and fees.

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Cannabis laws in Belgium

The Cannigma

Medical: legal (only Sativex available) Recreational: illegal, decriminalized. While recreational cannabis is not legal in Belgium, possession of up to three grams by an adult over 18 is decriminalized and punishable by only a fine. The country has a limited medical cannabis program that recognizes Sativex and CBD. Cannabis in Belgium. While cannabis is not recreationally legal in Belgium, enforcement of the laws is lax.

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Where to Buy Medical Marijuana After Hurricane Ian

CannaMD

In the wake of Hurricane Ian, many Florida medical marijuana patients are concerned about their access to safe cannabis products as dispensaries around the state close down. Where can patients purchase their medication while communities everywhere are picking up the pieces after the storm? See the full list below for more details and remember to […].

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Analysis: Local Bans on Cannabis Retailers Drive Illicit Markets

NORML

The report estimates, “States with roughly 20 to 40 legal regulated stores per 100,000 residents, in general, have captured 80 percent to 90 percent of all cannabis sales in the legal market.”. The post Analysis: Local Bans on Cannabis Retailers Drive Illicit Markets appeared first on NORML.

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Dolphin Study Identifies Hitherto Unknown Endocannabinoid

Project CBD

Newly discovered endogenous fatty acid compound promotes healthy metabolism and mental wellbeing by binding to cannabinoid receptors.

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Study asks 80,000 cannabis users when, how, and why they use the plant

Leafly

Through an app called Jointly, researchers studied information gleaned from more than 200,000 cannabis user experiences to better understand what consumers desire. Here’s what the data showed. The report aims to demystify “purposeful and intentional” cannabis use across America. Data points include 206,000 sessions in total. The data from those experience logs were used as […].

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Canada’s Cannabis Act Receiving Long-Awaited Legislative Review

Cannabis Law Report

By Laura Weinrib , Alexis Levine and Alan Fraser. September 27, 2022. On September 22, 2022, Canada’s Minister of Health, Jean-Yves Duclos, and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, Carolyn Bennett, announced the overdue legislative review of Canada’s Cannabis Act (Act). CANNABIS ACT. The Act came into force on October 17, 2018, with two key objectives: To protect the health and safety of Canadians.

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Trap gummies: the problem with black market cannabis edibles

The Cannigma

Trap gummies is a generic term for any edibles (not just gummies) made outside of legal cannabis manufacturing processes. Typically, trap gummies come from unknown origins, and verifying their ingredients or true potency is next to impossible. What’s the issue with trap gummies? While cannabis is safe to consume , issues can come into play when you’re unable to verify how strong your cannabis is.

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FREE Webinar: Cannabis in Latin America

Canna Law Blog

Register HERE ! Many North American and European cannabis companies have set their sights on Latin American countries. The region features rich land, an abundance of natural resources, a ready workforce, and many millions of potential customers. The goal of these prospecting businesses is to make Latin America part of their supply chains or as end markets, gaining an advantage in a highly dynamic and competitive industry. .

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Arkansas: High Court Approves Marijuana Legalization Measure for the November Ballot

NORML

The Arkansas Supreme Court issued a decision today ensuring that a statewide measure seeking to legalize the adult-use marijuana market in Arkansas, will appear on the November ballot. . The post Arkansas: High Court Approves Marijuana Legalization Measure for the November Ballot appeared first on NORML.

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How Much Medical Marijuana Can You Buy At A Dispensary In Pennsylvania?

MMJ Recs

Today, we discuss Pennsylvania dispensary purchase limits and ask … how much medical marijuana can you buy at a dispensary in Pennsylvania? We will also explore the range of products available in PA dispensaries and explain how you can get your own medical marijuana card in The Keystone State. Medical marijuana was legalized in Pennsylvania in 2016 and became available at dispensaries across the Keystone State in 2018.

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FDA finally advances cannabis research and regulations: Hires ex-NY cannabis policy regulator

Leafly

Is the Biden administration ready to talk about cannabis? The latest move by the FDA may be an indicator of progress on a national scale. The post FDA finally advances cannabis research and regulations: Hires ex-NY cannabis policy regulator appeared first on Leafly.

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Can You Fail a Drug Test from Secondhand Smoke?

Veriheal

Can you fail a drug test from secondhand smoke? Many will say it is unlikely for you to fail a drug test because of secondhand cannabis smoke, but that doesn’t mean that it can’t happen. There are a few factors that could contribute to someone failing a drug test due to secondhand cannabis smoke including: Low tolerance to cannabinoids or cannabis exposure.

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Mars Hydro All-In-One Grow Kit review: growing in small spaces

The Cannigma

Specs card. Price: $599.99 Size: 2’x4’ (60 cm x 120 cm) Material: 1680D fabric and steel poles Who it’s good for: new growers or hobbyists with small spaces Main pro: high-quality lights and a quiet but powerful vent system Main con: small tent size doesn’t fit many plants. Buy now. If you’re a cannabis grower, you’ve likely heard of Mars Hydro. If you’re just starting out on your growing journey, this is a name you want to know.

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California Expands Medical Cannabis Delivery

Canna Law Blog

It’s no secret that California cannabis is suffering for a variety of reasons, not least of which is the stranglehold on access caused by local control. Local control is never going away in cannabis. It’s one of the linchpins that gets voters to approve cannabis ballot measures ( NIMBY s in particular love local control even though they may disagree with the War on Drugs).