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Soros-funded drug groups behind Pro-Marijuana laws in embattled blue states Image Cannabis NewsJune 1, 2023 Two affiliated George Soros-funded groups are influencing marijuana legalization and decriminalization laws in Democratic-run states that have seen substance abuse and crime rates skyrocket in recent years. Drug Policy Alliance and its advoca
Soros-funded drug groups behind Pro-Marijuana laws in embattled blue states Image Cannabis NewsJune 1, 2023 Two affiliated George Soros-funded groups are influencing marijuana legalization and decriminalization laws in Democratic-run states that have seen substance abuse and crime rates skyrocket in recent years. Drug Policy Alliance and its advoca
Explore the rich nutritional value of Hemp foods Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2023 Humans have been using hemp as food for thousands of years. Its seeds are a fantastic source of nutrition, and nowadays, many consider them a “superfood.” These seeds have a delicate, nutty flavor and can be munched alone as a healthy snack or sprinkled onto meals for
Arkansas tops $100 million in all-time Medical Marijuana tax revenues Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2023 LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas has now surpassed $100 million in tax revenue from medical marijuana. Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration spokesperson Scott Hardin said patients spent $23.9 million on medical marijuana in April, purchasing 5,0
NY poised to crack down on illegal Marijuana shops Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2023 Cannabis regulators in New York are poised to begin enforcing new state laws aimed at shuttering hundreds of unlicensed shops selling black-market marijuana that undermines the state's fledgling legal cannabis industry. The state Office of Cannabis Management on Tues
Some NC House members warm to Medical Marijuana, but the bill’s outlook remains hazy Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2023 Bill sponsor credits cannabis with helping save his life while fighting colon cancer. North Carolina’s medical marijuana bill has been largely dormant since passing the state Senate in early March. But members of the state House show
NC Senate medical marijuana bill gains ally in Forsyth County Rep Donny Lambeth Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2023 The bipartisan and controversial N.C. Senate medical marijuana bill gained a pivotal House ally on Tuesday. N.C. Rep. Donny Lambeth gave his endorsement to Senate Bill 3, titled “NC Compassionate Care Act,” during a discussion-only hearin
Baltimore County developing framework for Recreational Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2023 TOWSON - Recreational marijuana will be legal in Maryland come July 1, and Baltimore County is developing the systems that will make that work. "Just catching up to where the state is so that the facilities here in Baltimore County can in fact take advan
New York regulators will launch Cannabis farmers markets ‘within a month’ Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2023 Unfortunately, you won’t be able to light up on-site at New York markets. Regulations and red tape make it hard to sell cannabis in New York. Currently, just over a dozen licensed retailers are actively operating in New York. By introducing a m
California agency awards over $50 Million in Cannabis tax funds to 31 organizations Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2023 The California Community Reinvestment Grants Program recently announced recipients for fiscal year 2022-2023. The California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) announced that it is once again giving a hand
Governor Tim Walz signs Recreational Ccannabis bill into law Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2023 Minnesota has officially become the 23rd state to legalize recreational cannabis use - but don't light up just yet. Gov. Tim Walz signed the bill into law Tuesday. The 300-page bill allows adults 21 and older to use recreational marijuana and transforms a b
Minnesota becomes 23rd state to legalize Recreational Marijuana Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2023 Democratic Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota signed a bill into law on Tuesday legalizing recreational marijuana use in the state. With Walz’s signature, Minnesota becomes the 23rd state to legalize adult-use cannabis and the third Midwestern state to do so
Government to conduct feasibility study for Cannabis farming Image Cannabis NewsMay 29, 2023 KATHMANDU - The government has announced to carry out a feasibility study for cannabis farming for medicinal uses in Nepal. This was announced in the budget statement read out by Finance Minister Dr Prakash Sharan Mahat at a joint session of the Federal Par
Shoppers Drug Mart signs definitive Cannabis asset sale agreement Image Cannabis NewsMay 29, 2023 A pivotal move in the biopharmaceutical industry. (Benzinga) Avicanna Inc., a company engaged in the development, manufacturing and commercialization of plant-derived cannabinoid-based products, has announced the execution of a definitive Asset Purchas
Competition Bureau urges Cannabis Legislation changes to disrupt illicit market in Canada Image Cannabis NewsMay 29, 2023 Canada's competition watchdog, the Competition Bureau, has expressed its support for changes to cannabis legislation in a submission to Health Canada and a panel reviewing the industry. The bureau is advocating for adjustments t
Path to sobriety behind this Greenville THC-infused seltzer company Image Cannabis NewsMay 29, 2023 GREENVILLE - The idea first formed two springs ago when Billy Goldsmith was on a path to quitting alcohol and was using cannabis as a mindful alternative. His journey led him to a childhood friend who became a business partner in what is now a thrivi
Navigating the weird world of Cannabis social media Image Cannabis NewsMay 29, 2023 Brands rely heavily on social media to raise awareness. With relatively low overhead costs and the potential for considerable reach, a robust social media strategy is crucial for sustainable growth. Compound that with the fact that nearly half of industry operators
River Valley Relief Cultivation’s license renewal on tap for June 1 meeting Image Cannabis NewsMay 29, 2023 The license of River Valley Relief Cultivation remains in limbo after a Pulaski County circuit court judge ruled in November that the Fort Smith cultivator was not a qualified candidate and should have never been issued a license. So, instead