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NORML Op-Ed: DEA’s Marijuana Hearing Is a Good Opportunity for Advocates To Make the Case for Rescheduling

NORML

Nearly 40 years ago, advocates made the case to the DEA’s own judge that cannabis did not meet the definition of a Schedule I controlled substance. Their case is exponentially stronger now. The post NORML Op-Ed: DEA’s Marijuana Hearing Is a Good Opportunity for Advocates To Make the Case for Rescheduling appeared first on NORML.

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Amid Recent Cannabis Recalls, Americans for Safe Access Release Consumer Safety Guide

Americans for Safe Access

For Immediate Release: September 5, 2024 AMID RECENT CANNABIS RECALLS, AMERICANS FOR SAFE ACCESS RELEASES CRITICAL REPORT: "What’s in Your Cannabis? A Patient & Consumer Guide to Navigating Cannabis Safety" Washington, D.C. – Following a concerning series of cannabis recalls due to contamination, Americans for Safe Access (ASA) announced the release of a crucial new resource today: " What’s in Your Cannabis?

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Star signs and cannabis strains: September 2024 horoscopes

Leafly

Anyone else ready for autumnal weather, star gazers? It's nearly cannabis harvest season, and the moon and planets are working overtime to bring us new cosmic opportunities. So we bring you 12 new strains for each sign to make the most of September. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: September 2024 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.

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Illinois Craft Showcase set for Saturday

Illinois News Joint

News Joint Events is scheduled to host more than 30 Illinois licensed craft brands, eight dispensaries, and 15 vendors for its inaugural Illinois Craft Showcase. The open-consumption event is set for 12-7 p.m. Sept. 7 at Molly’s Joint in Tilton. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the new brand’s representatives and sample some of the best products in Illinois.

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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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Nebraska: Voters to Decide on Medical Cannabis Access Measures

NORML

Statewide polling indicates that between 70 percent and 80 percent of Nebraskans support legalizing medical marijuana access. The post Nebraska: Voters to Decide on Medical Cannabis Access Measures appeared first on NORML.

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Emerald Cup 2024 winners and where to find them

Leafly

Here's where to shop the winners of California's venerable cannabis contest The Emerald Cup concluded Aug. 17-18 in Oakland.

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Navigating the Financial Landscape of the Cannabis Industry: The Harsh Reality

Cannabiz MD

The cannabis industry presents a complex financial landscape for entrepreneurs launching and growing businesses across the spectrum, from the plant-touching operators (cultivators, processors, and dispensaries) to ancillary service providers such as technology platforms, packaging companies, and professional services firms such as CannabizMD.

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How To Help Your Cannabis Plants Grow Indoors

Medical Marijuana Pages

Do you want to start growing your cannabis yourself but are unsure how? This blog can help! Here’s how to help your cannabis plants grow inside.

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Review: London Pound Cake Sherbert Surf Disposable by BLOOM

Illinois News Joint

London Pound Cake has been a personal favorite since I first sampled the strain years ago. I recently discovered BLOOM’s take on the creamy indica in the form of the London Pound Cake Sherbert Surf Disposable. I headed up to Parkway Dispensary and picked up one to sample. News Joint Events is set to host BLOOM as one of the more than two-dozen craft brands offering samples at the Illinois Craft Showcase from 12-7 p.m.

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Study shows CBD can increase cannabis’ psychoactive effects

Leafly

Wait, CBD might get you hogher? The post Study shows CBD can increase cannabis’ psychoactive effects appeared first on Leafly.

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Loper Comes for the DEA. Will it Matter, Though?

Canna Law Blog

Earlier this week, the federal Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals , in a case entitled Anderson v. Diamondback Investment Group, LLC , handed the DEA a big loss when it comes to hemp – at least for now. In Anderson , the court held that DEA’s interpretation that a host of hemp-derived products were illegal was essentially wrong. Today I want to talk about why Anderson is – and isn’t really – important.

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Increased Potency of Cannabis and Risks of Higher THC Levels

Medical Marijuana Pages

Increased Potency of Cannabis and Risks of Higher THC Levels. Over the past few decades, cannabis has undergone a significant transformation. What was once a plant with relatively mild effects has evolved into a much more potent substance. The primary psychoactive compound in cannabis, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), has seen a dramatic.

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Dispensary Spotlight: Mystic Greenz Olive Branch

Illinois News Joint

Mystic Greenz Olive Branch is located at 26650 IL-3 in Olive Branch, Illinois. The retail store opened July 12, 2024, and serves recreational consumers. Hours of operation are Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday from 12-6 p.m. For a live recreational menu, visit here. Mystic Greenz Olive Branch can be reached by phone at 618-776-7130 or by email at tiffany@indus365.com.

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We’re juiced on Super Boof—September 2024’s Leafly HighLight

Leafly

Black Cherry Punch x Trop Cookies. First thing in the morning. The post We’re juiced on Super Boof—September 2024’s Leafly HighLight appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Receivership: FREE Q&A September 24

Canna Law Blog

Register Here The cannabis industry is struggling. High taxes, market saturation and competition from outside sources have created a challenging business environment. Unfortunately, when a marijuana business fails, bankruptcy protection is off the table. As a result, the business is left with two options: to liquidate without court supervision, or state-court receivership.

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The Hidden Ingredients in THC Vapes What You Need to Know

Medical Marijuana Pages

The Hidden Ingredients in THC Vapes What You Need to Know. As THC vapes continue to grow in popularity. Many consumers are unaware of the complex cocktail of ingredients that may be lurking inside these products. While marketed as a convenient and discreet way to enjoy cannabis. The reality of.

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Keefy CannaFest set for Sept. 21

Illinois News Joint

Keefy Canopy is scheduled to host its annual Keefy CannaFest this month. Keefy CannaFest is set for 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at High Harbor Cannabis Lounge & Event Center in Peoria. Onsite consumption is permitted. Tickets can be purchased here. The festival will offer food, vendors, and live music performances by Lil Wyte , Blind Fury , Jehry Robinson , Lex Bratcher , Darker Than Fiction , Colt Ball , and more.

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Product Recalls in the Cannabis Industry: Addressing the Growing Concerns

MaxQ Cannabis

The cannabis industry, like any sector that deals with consumables, faces the critical issue of product recalls. These recalls are often due to the detection of unsafe levels of mold, pesticides, or other contaminants in cannabis products. The effectiveness and speed of these recalls have come under scrutiny, raising concerns about consumer safety. Delayed response […] The post Product Recalls in the Cannabis Industry: Addressing the Growing Concerns appeared first on MaxQ Technologies.

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Marijuana Use Linked to Epigenetic Changes

PrestoDoctor

As the legalization and acceptance of marijuana increase worldwide, its long-term effects on human health have become a significant focus of research. One area of interest is the impact of marijuana on epigenetics—the study of how environmental factors, such as drug exposure, can alter gene expression without changing the underlying DNA sequence. These changes have […] The post Marijuana Use Linked to Epigenetic Changes appeared first on PrestoDoctor.

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Risks of Pets Ingesting Marijuana A Growing Concern

Medical Marijuana Pages

Risks of Pets Ingesting Marijuana A Growing Concern. As the legalization of marijuana expands across the United States, pet owners are facing an unexpected and often alarming issue: what happens when their furry companions accidentally ingest cannabis? This growing concern has led veterinarians to sound the alarm. Urging pet owners.

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Illinois’ low medical cannabis sales linger

Illinois News Joint

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today released its August medical cannabis sales totals. August totals reached $23,512,759.13. Monthly totals have hovered around $23 million for the past three months, which has been the top three lowest-monthly totals since Illinois legalized recreational cannabis (January 2020). In August, Illinois dispensaries sold $11,332,050.49 in dry flower sales and $12,180,708.64 in concentrates/infused products.

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Understanding Myrcene: The Essential Terpene In Cannabis

CannaMD

This article explores myrcene, a key terpene in cannabis known for its earthy aroma and potential health benefits. It discusses myrcene's chemistry, history, health benefits, and presence in various cannabis strains, and answers many common questions including the safety of use, product integrity and suggested cultivars.

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Marijuana Use Linked to Epigenetic Changes

PrestoDoctor

As the legalization and acceptance of marijuana increase worldwide, its long-term effects on human health have become a significant focus of research. One area of interest is the impact of marijuana on epigenetics—the study of how environmental factors, such as drug exposure, can alter gene expression without changing the underlying DNA sequence. These changes have […] The post Marijuana Use Linked to Epigenetic Changes appeared first on PrestoDoctor.

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Pull Off an Epic 420 Wedding With These Tips

Medical Marijuana Pages

Are you ready to pull off an epic 420 wedding? Grab a notebook and jot these tips down as you inch closer to your big day—learn everything right here.

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Know Your Brand: High 5ive

Illinois News Joint

With this Know Your Brand feature, we highlight another brand from the more than 30 Illinois licensed craft grower and infuser brands that will be offering free samples at the Illinois Craft Showcase set for 12-7 p.m. Sept. 7 at Molly’s Joint. This Know Your Brand features High 5ive. High 5ive was founded in Illinois in 2023 and launched its first products in 2024.

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Can You Get Fired for Having an MMJ Card in Iowa?

MMJ Recs

The acceptance of medical marijuana across the United States is on the rise. So, many people in Iowa are wondering if they can get fired for having an MMJ (medical marijuana) card. This question is especially relevant given the unique legal landscape of Iowa. In this state, MMJ use is permitted under certain conditions, but recreational marijuana remains illegal.

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Kamala Harris on Marijuana

PrestoDoctor

With the 2024 elections on the horizon, many people are wondering what may happen with medical and recreational cannabis. Kamala Harris’s stance on marijuana has evolved significantly over the years. This is a reflection of both shifts in public sentiment and her adaptation to the changing political landscape. This evolution has drawn both support and […] The post Kamala Harris on Marijuana appeared first on PrestoDoctor.

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Typical Problems Plaguing Small CBD Warehouses

Medical Marijuana Pages

Small CBD warehouses face a range of issues with space being the number one complaint for owners and operators—learn about these problems and more.

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Review: Romulan Vape Cart by High 5ive

Illinois News Joint

Some brands start slow by offering only a few flavors for the initial release, but craft infuser High 5ive has come to market with a huge list of different flavors for the label’s first run of vape carts. I recently had the opportunity to pick up a few selections from the label’s first drop, including Romulan. News Joint Events is set to host High 5ive as one of the more than 30 craft brands offering samples at the Illinois Craft Showcase 12-7 p.m.

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‘I was finally able to do things instead of curling up on my couch for 4 days’: Data shows CBD suppositories can ease period pain by 55%

The Cannigma

Cannabis suppositories haven’t (yet) made it to the spotlight. Most of the older research, dating back to the 1980s and 1990s, suggested very little bioavailability (i.e. absorption), at least with rectal insertion. But newer research, including from this year, has indicated that cannabinoid suppositories do have clinical utility, and real-world data collected recently from Cannigma users shows that a CBD product based on a full extract cannabis oil (FECO) can significantly improve menstrual sym

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