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I’m often asked to comment on whether or not cannabis will ever truly attain the status of a commodity. While the answer has generally been yes, we have a ways to go.  First of all, it’s necessary to understand what exactly a commodity is. For our purposes, and in the context of cannabis, we’re talking about a raw material or primary agricultural p

Ministry of Hemp now offers a special “Ministry of Hemp Verified” seal to the brands we review. If you see this seal in use by a brand, come visit our website to see the products we’ve reviewed and learn more about them.  At the Ministry of Hemp, our goal is to build confidence and transparency in the hemp industry, especially when it comes to the

The outcome of the cannabis referendum has raised concerns about the availability of medicinal options. Just over 53 percent of people voted no to legalisation, while 46 percent voted yes. Medicinal cannabis company Cannasouth's chief executive Mark Lucas told Francesca Rudkin a yes vote would have helped more people gain better and cheaper access

The NHS has repeatedly refused to fund medical cannabis for children with severe epilepsy, families have said. Three prescriptions are thought to have been written for "whole plant cannabis" oil since it was legalised two years ago, campaign group End Our Pain say. But at least 20 families are paying for costly private prescriptions after being tur

Tuesday’s presidential election between President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden could have dramatic effects on various stocks and sectors, and investors have spent months trying to identify potential winners and losers. A group of stocks seen benefiting from Biden’s Democratic policies has outperformed those seen benefiting from

There seems to be no stopping drug seizures, the majority being cannabis, at border crossings in New York state, with the amount of confiscated weed increasing more than 1,100 per cent in 2020 compared to 2019. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) figures from its annual report show that 3,456 pounds (1,568 kg) of cannabis was seized at the Buf

While marijuana is typically advised against before surgery, many doctors and surgeons are speaking out about its effects for after-care.  Breast implants are still a booming business. As one of the most popular surgeries in the U.S., over 300,000 women go under the knife annually. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Americans sp

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Health officials suspect possible opioid overdoses in cases linked to hospitalizations of marijuana users in Prince William County. Local news reports are warning the public about potentially tainted marijuana in the Northern Virginia region. Four overdose victims, including one who passed away, were hospitalized in the Prince William County Health

This holiday shopping season will be longer and less traditional than ever. This year, it’s being ushered in earlier and with far less fanfare. Many retail trackers will begin their official holiday tracking October 13. Best Buy’s new “Black Friday” and the start of Amazon’s Prime Day, rescheduled from its July launch due to COVID-19. Holiday shopp

In line with the most recent Halloween tradition, state police are warning parents in the United States to look out for edibles in their kids’ candy ahead of this weekend’s spooky celebration.    According to Indiana State Police, authorities seized edibles in packaging virtually identical to the popular Starbrust and Skittles candies just last wee

For some people, applying shampoo to one’s hair while taking a shower or a bath may seem like a straightforward thing. Sure, there are different brands of shampoo products to choose from, with some making bolder claims about the effectiveness of their product(s) than others. But for the most part, applying shampoo to one’s hair is not something tha

Big day for European hemp farmers and the CBD industry as the allowance of THC in industrial hemp was voted on by Parliament. While still low compared to countries like Switzerland, this Europe THC limit increase would certainly loosen things up. A lot goes on in the world of legal cannabis. Sign-up to our newsletter to always be in-the-loop. Hemp

The USA’s Drug Enforcement Administration and others are being sued over what was claimed to be unlawful destruction of a hemp crop in California. Agro Dynamics LLC says that in August 2019 it acquired the necessary authorisation for the legal cultivation of hemp on their premises in San Diego County. The company then planted approximately 3,000 he

The cannabis market in California has continued to thrive amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and legal sales are on track to surpass $6 billion in 2025, accounting for a sixth of all legal cannabis sales in the United States, a leading analyst said Wednesday. The state market — the largest legal market in the world — has benefited from a bump in demand du

In a legally binding referendum, New Zealand has voted to approve euthanasia as an option for people with a terminal illness to seek medical assistance to end their lives. The preliminary results come from two referendum questions posed to the public while New Zealanders were casting votes in the 17 October general election, which witnessed the ret

The world of edibles can be overwhelming for those with no previous experience. In the U.S., there are all types and dosages available, not to mention their reputation for resulting in bad highs. It’s easy to turn away from edibles, choosing something more approachable and has less couch-locked potential. Despite these considerations, some cannabis

Cannabis dispensary professionals are all too familiar with constantly juggling their inventory, customer engagement programs, employee success efforts, and everything in between. On top of the day-to-day grind, dispensaries are under do-or-die pressure to maintain pristine records to stay compliant with local and state policies. If they fail to do