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The progressive language of the new bill takes an important step towards addressing the harms of the Drug War. But passing it is still a long shot. Here’s why. Second verse, same as the first, a whole lot louder and a lot MORE woke. The House of Representatives passed the first version of the MORE Act, which would deschedule cannabis from the Contr

Each quarter, Cannabis & Tech Today speaks with innovative brands from around the country to discover who is leading the call for a more resilient, thoughtful, transparent cannabis industry. This issue, we’re highlighting three brands receiving national attention for their commitment to excellence within the cannabis community.  Clear Cannabis Inc.

Wichita Falls was slated to become home to the nation's largest hemp processing plant, which may still come to pass, but area farmers are taking a cautious approach to the new crop. "I guess the short story is people were very interested, but what we've come to learn is that we are so far from where we need to be on being able to do that on a wide

A bill to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana for personal use in Louisiana will become law after Gov. John Bel Edwards signed the legislation from Democratic Rep. Cedric Glover Tuesday. "This is not a decision I took lightly," Edwards said. "The state of Louisiana should no longer incarcerate people for minor legal infractio

Wisconsin saw a significant decline in the number of hemp growers and processors operating this year. That’s according to data from the state Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP). Hemp growers and processors are required to register annually with DATCP as part of the state’s Hemp Research Program, which will continue thr

In recent years, many people have woken up to the benefits of cannabis, and all of the different ways in which it can help people to deal with stress, and relax in their daily life. However, there is a balance to be struck. People might find that certain sativa strains help them, while other people focus on indica strains. Usually, people will want

How well do you know your cannabinoids? Most people are familiar with the two main cannabinoids – THC and CBD. However, cannabis is a complex plant with complex chemistry. As we continue to research these compounds, we begin to uncover the very nature of the experience we obtain from ingesting the plant. In today’s article – we’ll be taking a “look

Is June The Time To Buy Top Cannabis Stocks? Have you been watching the top marijuana stocks wondering if you should make an investment? Currently, top marijuana stocks to buy have been showing significant market declines in the past few months. Now in June, there seems to be some upward momentum in the top pot stock to invest in. For new investors

Oregon's cannabis market offers examples of industry pain points, as well as the ability to innovate and mature. Investors and entrepreneurs may want to be wary of the hyper-competitive market. However, if recent trends hold, Oregon may be turning towards prosperous times. High times April 2021 data from the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC)

There’s no question that the cannabis industry is booming and changing daily. MJBizDaily recently released a publication that expects marijuana sales to boost the economy by $92 billion in 2021 alone. That statistic is up 30% from last year, and the same analysis predicts it will reach upwards of $160 billion by 2025. With all of this incredible gr

The global cannabis industry is maturing, demands are increasing and better reforms are being enacted for the industry to attain a mature market. The not-so-new innovation that is becoming prevalent now is the "cannabis consumption lounge". The basics The best way to explain this is to liken it to a bar. Simply put, a bar is an alcohol consumption

If you don’t have access to THC or prefer not to have such a “head trip” while getting high, then delta-8 is a great solution for you. By now you have heard about delta-8 THC and the huge push to have it shipped and sold across state lines. You may be asking yourself questions such as what is delta-8 THC, does it get you high like regular weed, how

Whether you already have your annual camping trip written into your calendar or want to gather your favorite people together for some time outdoors, summer is a good time to get out in nature and soak up the sun before the seasons start to change. Plus, camping with friends and family is a fun way to recharge when you need to take a break and escap

In September 2020, Federal Government approved and granted permission for the cultivation of Industrial Hemp for medicinal, scientific, and industrial purposes to the Ministry of Science & Technology. The said permission shall be regulated in terms of Rule 2(ix), 8, 9, and 10 of the Control of Narcotics Substances Rules 2001. Against this backdrop,

Significantly more than half, 60 per cent, of people polled in the U.S. believe the War on Drugs should end, and support the decriminalization of illegal substances. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the Drug Policy Allegiance (DPA) released the poll ahead of the 50-year anniversary of President Richard Nixon declaring that drugs were “

In brief On 17 May 2021, the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) issued several notifications to prescribe the criteria and requirements in relation to the use of cannabis and hemp in cosmetics, including the permitted parts of the cannabis and hemp plant and extracts, the permitted level of THC and the permitted CBD, and applicable labelling and warn

If you’ve recently stopped by the CBD store down the street or visited one of the many websites selling CBD online, you may have seen something odd – right alongside the CBD oils and tinctures, CBD gummies, and vape juice. Delta-8-THC. That leads to a lot of questions. First of all, what’s THC doing in a CBD store? Isn’t that only supposed to be so

A new analysis by Australian researchers has concluded that there is “little evidence” to justify treating medical cannabis patients differently than those who take other potentially intoxicating prescription medications and get behind the wheel. Published online in the International Journal of Drug Policy, a team of researchers led by the Universi