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War on drugs locked him up; now he's a Cannabis entrepreneur Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 25, 2023 NEW YORK - When the war on marijuana came sweeping through his New York City housing project decades ago, Roland Conner found himself going in and out of jail. It’s a time he'd rather not talk about. Now, at age 50, he has opened the state's first legal

The glamour witch guide to CBD beauty products Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 25, 2023 Not sure which CBD cosmetics to buy? Glamour Witch discusses the best cannabis-infused beauty products. Cannabis may still be criminal on a federal level, but these days, you can find it in your pharmacy and favorite makeup store. And, no, it’s not in such places to

Experiential Marketing in Cannabis: what is it? Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 25, 2023 What is experiential marketing, and how does it apply to the cannabis industry? Cannabis companies can employ various marketing channels to increase brand awareness and visibility. Although traditional and online channels should always be at the forefront, there are

Industrial Hemp market to be Worth $16.75 Billion by 2030 Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 25, 2023 FELTON - The global industrial hemp market was valued at USD 4.13 billion in the year 2021 and is expected to value at USD 16.75 billion by 2030, projecting a CAGR of 16.8% from 2022 to 2030. The market is driven by the surging use of industrial hemp in va

Elon Musk denies 420 tweet was about Weed Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 25, 2023 “420 was not chosen because of a joke,” Elon Musk testified in a California court. During a California court appearance Monday, when questioned about a 420 tweet, Elon Musk suddenly forgot the significance of the number in pot culture. The tech billionaire responded after

Scotland’s first Medical Cannabis cultivator cashed up Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 24, 2023 The company behind Scotland’s first medicinal cannabis cultivation and soon-to-be production facility has raised millions of dollars from investors. Hilltop Leaf is a privately owned firm established to supply full spectrum cannabis medicines. It currently ho

Medical Marijuana use on the rise in Texas, among people over the age of 65 Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 24, 2023 HOUSTON – Since 2015, medical marijuana has been legal in Texas, and in 2019, the list of conditions it can be used to treat was expanded. According to one study, its use among older adults is on the rise. Now, the Texas Cannabis Clinic i

First dispensary operated by someone with previous Marijuana conviction to open Tuesday in Manhattan Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 24, 2023 NEW YORK -- The second legal marijuana dispensary is opening up in the city on Tuesday. But this will be the first to go to someone who had a previous marijuana conviction. The store is opening on Bleecker Street,

What will Maryland's legal Marijuana market look like? Lawmakers tackling multiple issues Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 24, 2023 While the public is generally enthusiastic about legalization, which passed with 67% support, legislators have a lot of work to do to build a legal market. With lawmakers facing a July 1 deadline to provide a framework for t

People prefer getting High over CBD beauty products Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 24, 2023 Kristen Bell’s CBD skincare brand Happy Dance is taking its last dance. (Benzinga) The talented actress who is known for Veronica Mars, Happy Place and Frozen teamed up two years ago with multi-state cannabis operator Cronos Group Inc to launch a CBD brand for s

The SAFE Banking Act's potential impact on the Marijuana Industry Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 24, 2023 The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act, a proposed legislation aimed at allowing banks to do business with companies operating legally within states that have legalized marijuana, had the potential to change the way the marijuana indust

Five States that might legalize adult-use Cannabis in 2023 Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 24, 2023 There are now 21 U.S. states with adult-use (AU) marijuana laws. Several more states might join them in 2023. They are: Delaware The First State may be among the last to legalize if Democratic Gov. John Carney has his way. He vetoed legislation last May t

What will 2023 spell for weed? 10 trends and predictions from Cannabis professionals Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 24, 2023 If there's one thing that can be said with certainty about the weed industry, it's that there's never a dull moment. In 2023, that trend will continue as this relatively young industry forges ahead in the face of a possible reces

Nike takes aim at Texas Hemp farmer's 'Just Hemp It' Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 24, 2023 Nike wins most Just Do It trademark cases. Athletic gear giant Nike (NYSE: NKE), whose trademark phrase is “Just Do It,” filed a challenge against a Texas hemp farmer’s application to trademark the phrase “Just Hemp It.” The Oregon-based sports company owns the

How a prominent Russian Oligarch helped start America’s Cannabis industry Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 24, 2023 Much of the start-up capital for the legal cannabis industry came from Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich, newly revealed records show. The 56-year-old Abramovich is perhaps the best-known of the oligarchs who ended up controlling large part

Canna Provisions’ CEO is reinventing Cannabis Dispensaries as destination stores in Massachusetts Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 23, 2023 In recent years, the cannabis industry has been taking off. Meg Sanders, CEO of Canna Provisions, is one woman to watch in this blooming market opportunity. She’s been a key player in the legalization efforts sweepin

Delta-9 Gummies: how they compare to smoked Marijuana Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 23, 2023 For generations, smoking marijuana was the primary method of consuming the substance. As the plant was completely prohibited, users felt privileged to get their hands on Mexican brick weed with a low THC content. However, things have changed markedly in recent

Delta-9 Gummies: how they compare to smoked Marijuana Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 23, 2023 For generations, smoking marijuana was the primary method of consuming the substance. As the plant was completely prohibited, users felt privileged to get their hands on Mexican brick weed with a low THC content. However, things have changed markedly in recent