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CBD and Caffeine: Why You Should Mix CBD With Your Morning Coffee?
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Cannabis News
Mixing CBD and coffee is a fast-growing trend among CBD oil users — and for a good reason. It’s more than just a commercial trend; there are real benefits to mixing CBD with coffee. The calming effects of CBD help reduce the unwanted side-effects of caffeine, such as anxiety and jitteriness. At the same time, CBD is able to enhance the mental alert
Could hemp and a return to our roots be the answer to Ireland’s farming prayers?
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Politics
Two County Cavan farmers believe that growing hemp could help bring life back to rural Ireland.  Kim Kindersley and Michael Ó Lionsaigh have been producing CBD oil from their hemp crops as global demand for the oil increases due to its perceived medical qualities.  Both farmers believe that the cannabis plant, which is one of the oldest cultivated
Military vets, football players and moms across the U.S. band together to fight for cannabis legalization
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Politics
A nearly three-year-old case, Washington v. Barr, which pits former NFL star Marvin Washington and plaintiffs against Attorney General William Barr, received a boost this week. A slew of organizations, including the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), Americans for Safe Access and U.S. law firm Ansell Grimm & Aaron have
Zimbabwe announces rules for growing cannabis to boost revenue
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Politics
Zimbabwe has announced the rules for growing cannabis, as the country seeks to boost foreign currency revenue and benefit from the rapidly growing industry. Anxious Masuka, the agriculture minister, under regulations published in a government gazette said three types of permits can be issued for growers, researchers and industrial hemp merchants. G
Hong Kong cafe works around cannabis laws to serve CBD snacks to the masses
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Politics
From hash to heroin, Hong Kong has a reputation for being hard on drugs. But one business has managed to work its way around the region’s strict cannabis prohibition laws. Found Café will offer a plethora of snacks and beverages such as biscuits, coffee, tea, juices, and even beer spiked with varying doses of CBD, Sky News reports. Short for cannab
Houston's Forensic Science Center Develops Test To Differentiate Marijuana From Hemp
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Technology
As reported by the Houston Chronicle, the city’s Forensic Science Center has devised a chemical testing procedure capable of differentiating between hemp and psychoactive cannabis. In June 2019, the law that defines hemp and ‘weed’ became effective: it distinguishes them from each basing on whether they are above 0,3% THC content. The maneuver, int
These 2 Top Marijuana Stocks Are Building Momentum In The Cannabis Industry
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Business & Finance
Can These Pot Stocks Continue to Compete Amidst the Cannabis Industry Competition? Original link
What you should know about treating pets with CBD oil
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Medical News
Before giving CBD oil to your ailing dog or cat, you should know something. It’s not legal to give your pet CBD oil, a popular treatment for humans looking for help with arthritis and a host of other problems. When the Cannabis Act was passed by the federal government and updated later to include edibles, its use for pets was not included. “Veterin
A Bipartisan Bill Would Regulate Hemp CBD As A Dietary Supplement
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Politics
The passage of this bipartisan bill would help raise the quality and safety of hemp products, and thus, protect consumers. Last week, Oregon Representative Kurt Schrader (D) and Virginia Representative Morgan Griffith (R) introduced The Hemp and Hemp-Derived CBD Consumer Protection and Market Stabilization Act of 2020 (“H.R. 8179”). If enacted in i
South Dakotans to vote on marijuana legalization and sports betting
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Politics
All eyes are on the race between President Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden, but South Dakotans have much more at stake on the ballot than just the presidential race. Marijuana has remained a big conversation all over America with several states legalizing it in recent years. In November, South Dakota voters will decide whether they want i
Colorado, Illinois Report Record-Breaking Cannabis Sales
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Business & Finance
Cannabis sales in Colorado and Illinois reached record highs in July and August, data from both states reveals. According to the Colorado Department of Revenue, adult-use cannabis sales eclipsed $183 million in July and $954 million year-to-date. Original link
Polish institute has ambitious plan for global growth
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Technology
Poland’s Institute of Natural Fibers & Medicinal Plants (IWNiRZ) has launched a program aimed at lifting the fortunes of the agrarian nation’s hemp farmers while expanding the country’s international footprint through a wide range of research, development and new business activities. “The dynamic annual increase in the scale of hemp farming in Pola
New Study Finds That Legalizing Pot Might Not Be A Quick Fix For State Budget Woes
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Business & Finance
Cannabis legalization advocates often tout the plant's potential to boost state coffers. Original link
Carbon: The Forgotten Nutrient During Harvest Season
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Business & Finance
What comes to mind when you think of plant nutrition and fertilizers? For most people, the first thoughts are something along the lines of “NPK,” “CalMag,” or “micronutrients” — but these elements collectively make up less than 10% of the composition of most plants. Whether they know it or not, all cannabis growers strive to sink as much carbon int
Cannabis During Breast Cancer Treatment: What Are The Benefits?
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Medical News
Well-known organizations like the American Cancer Society have already had frank discussions about the benefits of CBD and cannabis during cancer treatment.  A cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event. From the confusion of understanding the road ahead to the hectic schedule of treatment protocols and never-ending appointments, many individuals st
These CBD Marijuana Stocks Are Looking To Make A Comeback
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Business & Finance
The CBD Cannabis Industry Leaders Original link
Barbados: Health official against recreational use of cannabis
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Cannabis News
Despite Government’s declared intention to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana for personal use, the state’s main mental health institution is insisting on abstention except for medically prescribed purposes. Director of the Psychiatric Hospital David Leacock said today his institution is firm in its position that no one should be using any ty
Trump And The 2018 Farm Bill: Where Does It Leave Hemp Farmers?
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Business & Finance
Until the enactment of the Marihuana Tax Act of 1937, industrial hemp was a significant agricultural crop in the United States. Clothing and flags were made from it, it was a nutrient-dense source of grain, and Henry Ford built a car out of hemp that was fueled by it. Original link

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