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Broad Spectrum CBD: Comparing Broad Spectrum & Full Spectrum CBD
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Technology
Buying CBD products can be confusing to say the least. One thing that often perplexes CBD consumers is the difference between broad spectrum and full spectrum CBD. With thousands of CBD products on the market, different brands are struggling to stand out. One major difference between CBD oil tinctures is whether they contain broad spectrum or full-
3 Pot Stocks to Buy Ahead of the U.S. Election
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Business & Finance
Voters have some big decisions to make when they cast their ballots by Nov. 3. A Joe Biden presidential victory could lead to the decriminalization of marijuana at the federal level, which would certainly be a big step forward for the industry though it would stop short of full federal legalization. In addition, Arizona, New Jersey, South Dakota, a
New Bill Would Give Cannabis Businesses Emergency Relief Access
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Business & Finance
A new bill has been introduced to Congress by a team of Democratic senators who think it’s unfair that cannabis businesses in legal states are excluded from federal aid while other businesses in the state are able to get a leg up with government-funded help. Original link
Thailand is 1st Asian Country to Legalize Medicinal Cannabis and Enter Global Market
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Medical News
Asian countries have not been known for their acceptance of cannabis either as a recreational drug, or for its medicinal value. Thailand is the first Asian country to break stride, legalizing medicinal cannabis, and opening up a global export market. Change doesn’t always come quick, and Asian countries like China and Japan have been notoriously to
Automation & Artificial Intelligence Revolutionize the Cannabis Industry
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Technology
To some, artificial intelligence (AI) may be categorized next to the likes of Bitcoin and blockchain: it’s just another techie buzz word. For others, artificial intelligence could conjure up images of sentient robots hellbent on world domination. While artificial intelligence, in some ways, can be those things, what it is in practice often looks mu
Medical cannabis: science and risk-based methodology
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Medical News
Independent consultancy NNE and venture advisory firm Volvér showcase the significance of science and risk in devising a manufacturing facility. How can cannabis producers bring a high quality, reliable product onto the market? Morten Allesoe, Principal Consultant and Christian Carlsen, Venture Partner at independent consulting firm NNE, tell MCN a
The Hemp Industry Responds To The DEA Rule With A Lawsuit
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Politics
Petitioners claim that a recent DEA rule is unlawful because it exceeds the DEA’s authority and violates the 2018 Farm Bill. On August 21, the Drug Enforcement Agency (the “DEA”) released an Interim Final Rule (the “Rule”), which, in part, suggests that in-process hemp extract shall be treated as a schedule I controlled substance during any point a
Croptober is going up in smoke amid U.S. wildfires
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Technology
October usually heralds the harvest of outdoor cannabis plants, affectionately known as “Croptober.” But this fall, something more serious is in the air: smoke from the wildfires that are ravaging California and Oregon. Fires are clustered in Northern California’s “Emerald Triangle” and a pair of Oregon counties, areas that are among the nation’s m
Massachusetts health care system reports uptick in children becoming sick from THC-laced edibles
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Cannabis News
A Massachusetts health care system said it is seeing an uptick in children becoming sick after ingesting candies, chocolates and gummies containing THC. South Shore Health, located in Weymouth, said the many of the THC-laced edibles are packaged to look like brand name candies and snacks. “Over the past few months, South Shore Health’s pediatric em
Utah’s new medical marijuana program more popular than officials expected
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Business & Finance
Six months after medical marijuana became legal for purchase inside Utah for the first time, the program has already surpassed enrollment projections. But high demand has also led to shortages in both product and providers interested in recommending medical marijuana to patients. “It’s been going. It’s been going well, as with all new programs and
Australia: Why more people are turning to medicinal cannabis
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Medical News
On a back country road in northern NSW, up a nondescript dirt driveway, sits a highly secret facility. Surrounded by strict security, thousands of cannabis plants are being carefully cultivated in state-of-the-art greenhouses for the medicinal cannabis market. Australian Natural Therapeutics Group CEO, Matthew Cantelo, surrounded by cannabis that i
Marijuana for menopause: More women using cannabis to help reduce symptoms
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Medical News
Cannabis is advertised, sometimes haphazardly, as a cure-all for seemingly endless conditions and health problems these days. According to a recent survey, however, marijuana really is helping many women cope with their menopause symptoms. The arrival of menopause is associated with a number of adverse symptoms, including hot flashes and night swea
Capitalizing on Cannabis Genetics and Data Analytics
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Technology
Today’s cannabis market is experiencing unprecedented growth. At the same time, consumers expect a consistent product while also demanding diversity. Technological advancements in breeding programs are helping cannabis producers meet both of these needs. By engineering and cultivating a base product that is perfectly aligned with specific goals, pr
THCV: The Cannabinoid That Can Help With Weight Loss
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Cannabis News
More than 113 cannabinoids have been discovered in the cannabis plant, including tetrahydrocannabivarin, or THCV. An obvious molecular cousin to the infamous euphoric tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), THCV offers distinct characteristics in the world of cannabinoids. According to Raphael Mechoulam, the Israeli researcher who discovered THC in 1964, “Most
Marijuana Stocks To Watch To Start The Week
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Business & Finance
What is the Cannabis Industry Up To This Month? Original link
Cash No Longer Necessary for Utah Cannabis Patients
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Business & Finance
Utah medical cannabis patients have gotten used to a cash-only system, as many banks and credit card companies still refuse to work with cannabis businesses. Now, in light of the hassle and potential theft risk that causes, as well as sanitation risks due to COVID, a new app that allows for cashless transactions is being rolled out.  Original link
What do doctors, nurses need to know about N.J.’s medical marijuana program, legalization?
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Medical News
Despite being signed into law in July 2019, many of the improvements touted by Jake Honig’s Law, which expanded the state’s medical marijuana program, have yet to be implemented, frustrating physicians, healthcare professionals and attorneys operating in the healthcare space. With more than 86,000 patients signed up for the medical marijuana progra
As Congress Inches Closer To Legalizing Cannabis Nationwide, States With A Head Start Warn Of Environmental Complications
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Business & Finance
While most of Washington, D.C. is distracted by the Supreme Court drama, a buzz is building around one particularly green issue — namely whether the U.S. House of Representatives could be set to pass a bill to legalize cannabis as early as this month. Original link

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