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New Mexico: Adult-Use Marijuana Sales to Begin on Friday

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,” NORML’s Deputy Director Paul Armentano said. The post New Mexico: Adult-Use Marijuana Sales to Begin on Friday appeared first on NORML.

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Air moisture for marijuana: the basics of cannabis humidity

The Cannigma

Humidity may not be the central aspect of cannabis cultivation, but it plays a vital role in the plant’s development. If you’re interested in growing your own cannabis but don’t take note of humidity levels you could easily slow down your plant’s growth. Why is humidity so crucial for cannabis? Cannabis plants naturally flourish in a range of temperate and subtropical climates, but the amount of moisture in the air needs to be regulated to ensure their optimal growth.

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Canadian Cannabis Market Trends

Cannabis Life Network

“It’s going to be a very interesting year,” says Brightfield Group’s Managing Director, Bethany Gomez. With sales expected to hit $8.8 billion by 2027, the Canadian cannabis market is on fire. Thanks to consumer demand, large LPs have mostly abandoned the “sea of green” monocrop concept and have narrowed in on premium flowers.

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Cannabis on Keto: Cannabis and the Keto Diet

Cannabis Cheri

Cannabis and Keto, Keto and cannabis. Health, fitness, and cannabis enthusiasts are all singing the praises of combining cannabis and the keto diet. Can you smoke weed while on keto? Of course the answer is yes. Inhaling weed is not going to change anything as far as your carb counts and staying on your diet. However, when it comes to cannabis and the keto diet, many people claim they actually enhance each other’s health benefits.

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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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House Lawmakers Approve Legislation to End Federal Marijuana Prohibition

NORML

“It is long overdue that we stop punishing adults for using a substance that is objectively safer than alcohol, and that we work to address the disparate negative impacts that prohibition has inflicted on our most vulnerable individuals and marginalized communities for nearly a century.". The post House Lawmakers Approve Legislation to End Federal Marijuana Prohibition appeared first on NORML.

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April 20, 2022 – What’s going on for 420 this year?

Cannabis Life Network

As the public health orders are lifting, there is a big question on everyone’s mind: What’s going on for 420 this year? April 20th is fast approaching and we are actually able to celebrate! While many Canadian cities like to party for 420, the festivities in Vancouver and Victoria are legendary. For those of you […]. The post April 20, 2022 – What’s going on for 420 this year?

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Another Professional Athlete Embraces Cannabis—But at a High Cost

Veriheal

The recent arrest of WNBA star Brittney Griner in Russia following the discovery of cannabis oil in her luggage has resparked the discussion about athletes and cannabis use —with an international twist. As the American athlete continues to be separated from her country and family with little word from her Russian captors, many Americans are ramping up their fight against unjust cannabis criminalization both at home and abroad.

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Senate Unanimously Approves Legislation Providing US Attorney General with Greater Say in Cannabis Research Decisions

NORML

“Rather than compelling scientists to access marijuana products of questionable quality that are manufactured by a limited number of federally licensed producers, NORML believes that federal regulators should allow investigators to access the cannabis that is currently being produced by the multitude of state-sanctioned producers and retailers throughout the country.".

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Your guide to the hottest hemp cannabinoids

Leafly

All your questions on hemp cannabinoids, answered, plus huge deals up to 30% off and hot products from top brands. The post Your guide to the hottest hemp cannabinoids appeared first on Leafly.

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Best strains and terpenes for PTSD

The Cannigma

PTSD, short for post-traumatic stress disorder, is a psychiatric disorder that will affect one in 11 people in the US at some point in their life. Though historically PTSD has been minimized or misclassified, it is now increasingly common to treat PTSD with cannabis. A handful of both clinical and preclinical studies point to the conclusion that intentional cannabis use can alleviate many PTSD symptoms, including depression, anxiety, insomnia, and nightmares.

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The Week in Weed: April 1, 2022

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, the House of Representatives moves closer to voting on the MORE Act. Meanwhile, in the Senate, a bill on cannabis research makes its way through the process. In state news, New Jersey’s dispensary licenses and sales bring controversy.

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In Memoriam – John Kenneth Zwerling

NORML

One of the most prominent pillars of NORML, going back to the earliest days of our organization, has died. The post In Memoriam – John Kenneth Zwerling appeared first on NORML.

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The Roll-up #236: ‘High Design’ star Kim Myles fixes dispensary disasters

Leafly

Emmy-winning designer Kim Myles talks about the do's and don'ts of dispensary design, and her new Discovery+ show "High Design.". The post The Roll-up #236: ‘High Design’ star Kim Myles fixes dispensary disasters appeared first on Leafly.

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NORML Report Now Published “Marijuana Policies in Legal States”

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana policies in the United States have evolved significantly over time, particularly over the past decade with the passage of adult-use marijuana laws in over one-third of US states. As more jurisdictions abandon the failed policy of marijuana criminalization and its racially disproportionate enforcement, federal marijuana prohibition is becoming less tenable.

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Over 70% of Parkinson’s Patients Use Cannabis

CannaMD

More than 70% of people with Parkinson’s disease use marijuana to treat their symptoms, according to a recent survey. While there have yet to be conclusive clinical trials defining the benefits of cannabis for Parkinson’s disease, these results indicate that many patients are finding relief with marijuana. What’s the Connection Between Cannabis & Parkinson’s Disease?

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New NORML Report Provides Policymakers with Guidance on ‘Best Practices’ for Regulating Adult-Use Marijuana Markets

NORML

Download the free NORML Report: Marijuana Policies in Legal States: A Comprehensive Review of Adult-use Marijuana Rules and Regulations. The post New NORML Report Provides Policymakers with Guidance on ‘Best Practices’ for Regulating Adult-Use Marijuana Markets appeared first on NORML.

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Maryland will vote on legal cannabis in November

Leafly

Lawmakers voted to put a measure on the ballot this fall. The post Maryland will vote on legal cannabis in November appeared first on Leafly.

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Curaleaf Cannabis Sued by Dispensary Employee for Stealing Tips

Cannabis Law Report

You would have thought they are earning enough without having to resort to tips pilfering? Bloomberg report. Curaleaf Holdings Inc., which operates cannabis dispensaries across the country, is facing accusations that it stole hundreds of thousands of dollars in tips from at least 50 employees in a new lawsuit filed in a federal court in Illinois. The proposed collective action was filed under the Fair Labor Standards Act and Illinois wage law by Morgan Heller, who worked at a Curaleaf location i

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Research Shows College Students Who Use Cannabis Have Greater Motivation

Veriheal

As restrictions surrounding the pandemic continue to persist around the world, so do the concerns of demotivated students considering dropping out. One study led by Professor Jennifer Cromley and graduate student Andrea Kunze examined this concern, while another study assessed whether college students who consume cannabis have greater motivation compared to non-users.

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South Dakota: Governor Noem Vetoes Expungement Legislation

NORML

After signing legislation to protect limited home cultivation for patients and legislation to protect patients rights, Governor Noem has chosen to veto legislation that allows the automatic removal of convictions from a person’s background check for marijuana-related offenses. The post South Dakota: Governor Noem Vetoes Expungement Legislation appeared first on NORML.

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Get deals on classic seed strains this 420

Leafly

Get the best deals on seeds on this 420, just in time for grow season. ILGM is having its biggest sale ever with buy 10, get 10 seeds. The post Get deals on classic seed strains this 420 appeared first on Leafly.

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Fresh Toast Article Hopes For Jackson Appointment To SCOTUS To Shakeout Cannabis Cobwebs At Court

Cannabis Law Report

Fresh Toast have a dream… Perhaps Jackson’s generational separation from Breyer and her unique experience will give marijuana laws a fair shake the next time they are up for debate in the highest court in the land. There will be a new judge on the United States Supreme Court, and in all probability, President Biden’s selection will be a historic one.

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A Return to In-Person Events: NECANN Boston

Burns Levinson (Cannabusiness advisory)

This March, NECANN returned to Boston after a pandemic-related hiatus with a three-day in-person show. I was fortunate enough to be asked to moderate a panel with Tina Sbrega of Lighthouse Biz Solutions and Cathy Corby Iannuzzelli of Kindtap on “Aligning Cannabis and CPG Consumer Experiences with Streamlined Payment Methods.” It was a sunny 70-degree day in Boston and spring was in the air.

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State Policy Update 4/1/2022

NORML

This week’s update highlights important legislative advancements in Maryland, Utah, Louisiana, Georgia, and several other states. The post State Policy Update 4/1/2022 appeared first on NORML.

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Buyer’s guide to weed rolling papers

Leafly

With so many rolling papers out there, we rolled dozens of joints, cones, and blunts to find the best ones for weed. The post Buyer’s guide to weed rolling papers appeared first on Leafly.

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Georgia Police Returning Hemp & Cash Seized In Raids After Legal Challenge

Cannabis Law Report

Ganjapreneur report. Police agencies in Georgia are returning the THC/CBD products and cash seized during recent raids after a legal challenge proved law enforcement didn’t understand the state’s hemp law. Law enforcement agencies in Georgia are being forced to return hemp-derived products they seized during recent raids, Channel 2 Action News reports.

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Are Cannabis Sales Slipping?

Cannabis Life Network

Are cannabis sales across North America slipping? There is a prevailing theory that the government’s COVID lockdowns led to increased cannabis use. Some expect lower sales now that life is more or less returning to normal. People are going back to work, back outside, meeting their friends. Yet, the causal connection isn’t so evident. After […].

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Protect Your Cannabis Business from Crime Risks

Canna Law Blog

Data reveal a concerning increase in violent crime in many U.S. cities during COVID in 2020 and 2021. Increasingly, cannabis businesses, particularly dispensaries, are targets for robbery or other criminal activity. The reason that cannabis businesses are being hit particularly hard is not hard to fathom. Federal law still treats cannabis as a Schedule I narcotic, which means businesses have limited access to banking.

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New Mexico’s first recreational marijuana stores open with ‘full-on party’ vibe

Leafly

Cannabis enthusiasts and freedom advocates celebrate the opening of legal weed stores in the Land of Enchantment. The post New Mexico’s first recreational marijuana stores open with ‘full-on party’ vibe appeared first on Leafly.

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NORML “Senate Unanimously Approves Legislation Providing US Attorney General with Greater Say in Cannabis Research Decisions”

Cannabis Law Report

NORML write. Legislation unanimously passed by members of the US Senate empowers the US Attorney General to facilitate clinical research trials involving cannabis. The action represents one of the very few occasions that members of the Senate have ever advanced a marijuana-related reform bill. Senate Bill 253: The Cannabidiol and Marihuana Research Expansion Act provides the office of US Attorney General, rather than the US Drug Enforcement Administration, the discretion to license scientists