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Pennsylvania Police Arrested Over 13,000 People for Marijuana Possession in 2021

NORML

It's clear that cannabis consumers are targeted in Pennsylvania for arrest and the striking racial disparities to enforcement are getting worse. The post Pennsylvania Police Arrested Over 13,000 People for Marijuana Possession in 2021 appeared first on NORML.

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Dutch Farmers’ Protest: Hemp Solutions

Cannabis Life Network

What’s going with the Dutch farmers’ protest? On Tuesday, Netherland lawmakers voted to declare farmers propagators of climate change. Their emissions are planet-destroying pollutants, and they’ll have to cut back on everything from livestock to how much they harvest. Any farmer on the margin is going out of business. It’s all for the good of […].

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How does cannabis interact with other drugs?

Leafly

Learn all about how weed mixes with other drugs, prescription or otherwise, to know when it’s safe to light up and when it’s wise to wait. The post How does cannabis interact with other drugs? appeared first on Leafly.

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Taking It Slow With GABA

Project CBD

Cannabinoid receptor activation regulates the release of GABA , the brain’s primary inhibitory neurotransmitter, which plays a crucial role in maintaining neuronal health.

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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 Members Once Again Advance SAFE Banking Reform in Must-Pass NDAA Package, Include Cannabis Protections for Veterans

NORML

The vote marks the seventh time that House members have advanced this language to the Senate as either an amendment or as a stand-alone bill. The post House Members Once Again Advance SAFE Banking Reform in Must-Pass NDAA Package, Include Cannabis Protections for Veterans appeared first on NORML.

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Leafly Buzz: 14 world-class hashes of summer 2022

Leafly

An Emerald Cup 2022 hash judge rounds up his faves. The post Leafly Buzz: 14 world-class hashes of summer 2022 appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Gazpacho Recipe – 420 Gazpacho!

Cannabis Cheri

This chilled summer soup recipe for Cannabis Gazpacho is super quick and easy to make, is low calorie and relatively low carb too. Make the cannabis gazpacho a few hours ahead of time in order to allow the flavors to blend. Leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 2 days. Cannabis Gazpacho Textures People have different preferences when it comes to textures of gazpacho.

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North Dakota: Advocates Turn in Signatures for Adult-Use Legalization Ballot Measure

NORML

“Historically, North Dakota has long had one of the highest marijuana arrests rates in the nation, despite having among the lowest reported marijuana use of any state. Residents deserve the right to weigh in on and rethink this destructive policy.". The post North Dakota: Advocates Turn in Signatures for Adult-Use Legalization Ballot Measure appeared first on NORML.

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California Indica Regular Grow Report (Indoor)

Sensi Seeds

California Indica Regular is a delight to the senses. Visually, she grows sturdy and compact. Flavour and aroma are why wise cannabis connoisseurs flock to this strain. For growers, it is also about the large yields. California Indica is an outcross of two classic strains, Orange Bud and an Afghan Hashplant, to create a new masterpiece for the garden.

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Inside Chicagoland’s first cannabis consumption lounge – RISE Mundelein

Leafly

Cannabis consumption lounges are finally opening across the country. We get an eye-witness account of the newest in Illinois. The post Inside Chicagoland’s first cannabis consumption lounge – RISE Mundelein appeared first on Leafly.

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Permission by Prohibition: Cannabis Ads May Be Coming To Your Local TV

The Blunt Truth

In a move that typifies how indirect legislation can achieve what direct legislation may not, the House Appropriations Committee has advanced a bill that would allow for cannabis ads to be broadcast on local television and radio. In the FY23 Financial Services and General Government spending legislation , the Committee included a provision that would bar the FCC from using any of the funds made available in the Appropriations Act to penalize or deny a license to a television or radio station t

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Marijuana-Related Ballot Initiatives and Referenda: July 2022 Update

NORML

Voters in several states will decide on marijuana-related ballot measures in November. Here is an update of where these efforts currently stand. The post Marijuana-Related Ballot Initiatives and Referenda: July 2022 Update appeared first on NORML.

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New York Lays Out the Laws on Cannabis Marketing

Veriheal

New York’s Cannabis Control Board has decided on some things regarding the legal cannabis industry in the state. What it has decided on will make this new industry much different than many other places and the state’s long-standing illicit market. Current estimates project that this illegal market generates billions of dollars each year.

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Are cannabis drinks here to stay?

Leafly

The weed drinks market is slowly gaining more steam, but it's got a long way to go before it competes with booze. The post Are cannabis drinks here to stay? appeared first on Leafly.

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Microdosing Cannabis – The Keurig of Concentrates

Cannabis Life Network

Is microdosing cannabis even a thing? Who wants a single milligram of THC? The THC limit on edibles and concentrates is a common complaint with Canadian legalization. If anything, consumers wish for higher THC concentrations. But there is a market for microdosing cannabis. And a Toronto-based company is filling that niche. Djot, a division of […].

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Study: Cannabis Safe for Cancer Patients

CannaMD

Cannabis has been building an increasingly positive reputation among doctors and scientists in recent years as they discover more about its wide range of potential medical applications — and new research is helping to add cancer treatment to that list. Today, CannaMD dives into the latest study that explores medical marijuana and how it can […].

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Consumer Protection and Quality Assurance: Why it’s Important for Legal Grows to Inspect Their Cannabis Crops

Veriheal

Spider mites, mold, powdery mildew, root rot, bud rot, pests, and microbial outbreaks are all possible problems cultivators may encounter when growing cannabis. However, when it comes to commercial cannabis, especially products used for medical patients, it is imperative that growers adhere to regulations put in place by the state to prioritize consumer protection and avoid these issues.

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Mind-blowing NASA photos send nation to weed store

Leafly

"Imagine thousands of galaxies in one picture." Okay we're gonna need some top-shelf dankage for that, says America. The post Mind-blowing NASA photos send nation to weed store appeared first on Leafly.

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Your Summer Cannabis Party Guide: Summer Cannabis Recipes and More

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

Everyone’s looking for fun new things to do this summer. Fortunately, in 2022, you don’t have to be satisfied with the usual pool parties and beach outings. In adult consumption states like Arizona, you can spice up your summer with a cannabis party, complete with a few cannabis-infused food and drink options for your guests to enjoy. Letting guests infuse their own food and beverages can be even more fun!

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Bloomberg Report Suggests Dems Will Federally Decriminalize Cannabis Next Week – We’ll Believe It When We See It !

Cannabis Law Report

Predictably it has sent cannabis stocks into a frenzy of excitement! A bill that would decriminalize marijuana at the federal level could be announced by Senate Democrats as early as next week, a source familiar with the matter told Bloomberg. . The measure is reported to have been worked on by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, along with Senators Cory Booker and Ron Wyden.

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4 Reasons Why Total Count Microbial Tests Are Poor Safety Indicators

Medicinal Genomics

Several articles have been published recently describing the challenges of microbial testing on cannabis and hemp. One thing that all these articles have in common is total count tests. It’s time that we address the elephant in the room. The truth is that total count tests are not a good indicator of cannabis and hemp product safety for the following reasons: Pathogenic microbes may still be present Testing methods often do not agree Growers are discouraged from using beneficial microbes Growers

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Oklahoma, North Dakota, Arkansas, and Nebraska submit signatures to put cannabis on November ballot

Leafly

Activists found huge support for marijuana legalization in four politically conservative states. The post Oklahoma, North Dakota, Arkansas, and Nebraska submit signatures to put cannabis on November ballot appeared first on Leafly.

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Employee Turnover in Cannabis Retail

Cannabis Life Network

High employee turnover is always a problem for retail managers, but what about employee turnover in cannabis retail? Also known as “budtenders,” cannabis retail employees are the frontline of the cannabis industry. They are the people customers most interact with. A good budtender can tell you what strains are suitable for what, which are the […].

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PAINE v RIDE-AWAY, INC.  2022 WL 129928 (N.H. 2022) Supreme Court of New Hampshire

Cannabis Law Report

PAINE v RIDE-AWAY, INC. . 2022 WL 129928 (N.H. 2022). Supreme Court of New Hampshire. Summary . The law against discrimination has created a duty for employers to make reasonable accommodation for employees with known physical or mental limitations. The employer will only be exempt from this duty if they can demonstrate that the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the business.

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Arizona’s Stumbling Cannabis Market, Colorado’s Social Equity Grants, and a Pesticide Chemical Found in 80% of Americans’ Urine

Veriheal

Arizona’s cannabis industry experienced a decline in sales, Colorado announced the first round of social equity grant winners, and a pesticide chemical was found in the urine of 80% of Americans. Let’s dive into this week’s cannanews. Arizona Rec and Med Cannabis Sales Stumble. Arizona’s new recreational cannabis market hit an unexpected dip, racking up only $75 million April sales.

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8 weed strains for stargazing, comet chasing, and blowing your mind

Leafly

Summer is the perfect time for a stargazing smoke sesh. These eight celestial strains will have you feeling and seeing over the moon. The post 8 weed strains for stargazing, comet chasing, and blowing your mind appeared first on Leafly.

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Happy 710! Cannabis Concentrate Crossword

Cannabis Life Network

Guess what?!? It’s 710! Or, to a non-toker… it’s July 10th and no big deal. But, if you like to smoke weed, it is going to be a great day (especially if you are particularly partial to extracts and oils). Today is the day to pull out the fancy dabs you’ve been saving and oil […]. The post Happy 710! Cannabis Concentrate Crossword appeared first on Cannabis News, Lifestyle - Headlines, Videos & Cooking.

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Clark Howell – Legislative Update Newsletter

Cannabis Law Report

In April, we sent you a 2022 legislative update , highlighting 5 bills that help licensees connect with consumers and diversify their offerings. May 27 was the deadline for bills to pass in the house of origin and head to the other legislative chamber. Today’s bulletin is an update on where those 5 stand: which have advanced and which have fallen flat.

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Best Pain Management Centers In Iowa That MMJ Patients Should Know

MMJ Recs

Iowa pain clinics help patients by treating chronic pain conditions. Chronic pain refers to pain that lasts for an extended period of time. It can be caused by an injury such as a slipped disk or by a medical condition such as arthritis. Pain management centers in Iowa use a variety of effective means to treat chronic pain symptoms. Read on to discover some of the best pain management centers in Iowa!

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New York cease-and-desist disaster hurts confidence in state’s legal weed plans

Leafly

NY officials are making a mess of their efforts to legalize cannabis—here’s what’s at the eye of the latest shitstorm. The post New York cease-and-desist disaster hurts confidence in state’s legal weed plans appeared first on Leafly.