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Medical, but hold the Marijuana: new CBD source found in Brazil Image Cannabis NewsJuly 6, 2023 In a laboratory tucked away on a sprawling university campus in Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian molecular biologist Rodrigo Moura Neto is running tests on a seemingly ordinary plant with a potent secret. The fast-growing, homely plant, Trema micrantha blume, i

Over £4M of Cannabis seized in West Yorkshire as part of Unprecedented National Campaign Image Cannabis NewsJuly 6, 2023 Officers from West Yorkshire Police have seized cannabis estimated to be worth more than £4 million after executing 50 search warrants as part of a national operation aimed at tackling organised crime groups (OCGs). A total of 46

STEM insights from engineers and scientists pioneering Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsJuly 6, 2023 The foundations of this sector are science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. To prove it, we’re highlighting a few intrepid cannabis entrepreneurs using their background in STEM to innovate the emerging industry. Nohtal Partansky, Founder and CE

More than 200,000 signatures submitted to regulate tax Marijuana Image Cannabis NewsJuly 6, 2023 Ohioans may get a say on whether the state should legalize recreational marijuana. The Coalition to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol just submitted over 200,000 signatures for their proposal on the November ballot. If it passes, Ohioans age 21 and older

New York Cannabis social equity fund secures $150 Million investment Image Cannabis NewsJuly 6, 2023 New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced last week that the state’s cannabis social equity fund has secured a $150 million investment from Chicago Atlantic. New York Governor Kathy Hochul last week announced that the state’s cannabis social equity f

Matt Gaetz proposes to ban Marijuana testing in the US Military Image Cannabis NewsJuly 6, 2023 Matt Gaetz has introduced an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to ban marijuana testing for members of the military both during the processes of enlistment and when accepting a commission. The amendment, proposed last week, aims

Overuse of Marijuana linked to surgery complications and death Image Cannabis NewsJuly 6, 2023 Clinical overuse of marijuana is linked to a variety of complications after major elective surgery, including blood clots, stroke, breathing difficulties, kidney issues and even death, a new study found. “Our findings complement previous studies that have

Weed sales in decline in largest drop since legalization Image Cannabis NewsJuly 6, 2023 Denver reported a 22% decline in marijuana sales from 2021 to 2022 as weed sales cool across the state. DENVER — Denver's weed sales are coming down from a high – and they're coming down fast. A new report from the City and County of Denver shows a 22% decline

Maryland dispensaries have record sales through first weekend of Recreational Marijuana Legalization Image Cannabis NewsJuly 6, 2023 BALTIMORE - Days after recreational cannabis became legal in Maryland, dispensaries across the state continue to see record sales. The Maryland Cannabis Administration reported $10.4 million in sales over the Fourth o

Cannabis pioneer MedMen names fifth CEO in 3 years as company teeters on brink of collapse Image Cannabis NewsJuly 6, 2023 MedMen appoints Ellen Deutsch as CEO in Last-Ditch effort to salvage company amid impending financial collapse. Cannabis firm MedMen announced Wednesday its fifth CEO since 2020 with the appointment of Ellen Deutsch, who will b

Medical Marijuana struggles to gain foothold in Indiana Image Cannabis NewsJuly 5, 2023 Another legislative session passes without legalization, establishment of state program. To Indiana medical marijuana supporters, it seems like popular opinion is on their side to see the state create a program to potentially help thousands of Hoosiers and estab

From $3k to $15k: the remarkable journey of ASX Cannabis Stock Image Cannabis NewsJuly 5, 2023 Investing in the cannabis industry has been a rollercoaster ride for many, but ASX cannabis stocks, including Incannex (ASX: IHL), have showcased remarkable growth potential in recent years. Incannex, a biopharmaceutical company specializing in cannabis-b

RFK Jr. wants to decriminalize Pot Image Cannabis NewsJuly 5, 2023 The long-shot presidential candidate made the comments on the campaign trail last week. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. vowed to make major drug reform a reality should his long-shot presidential bid land him in the White House. In an interview last Thursday, Kennedy, who is challenging Presi

CBD promises health benefits without the Buzz Image Cannabis NewsJuly 5, 2023 Since Ohio legalized CBD in 2019, there has been a significant decrease in farming and producing medical hemp but an increase in the quality of CBD products and distribution. CBD – cannabidiol – is derived from medical hemp, which is a cannabis sativa plant with less than

CBD promises health benefits without the Buzz Image Cannabis NewsJuly 5, 2023 Since Ohio legalized CBD in 2019, there has been a significant decrease in farming and producing medical hemp but an increase in the quality of CBD products and distribution. CBD – cannabidiol – is derived from medical hemp, which is a cannabis sativa plant with less than

CBD promises health benefits without the Buzz Image Cannabis NewsJuly 5, 2023 Since Ohio legalized CBD in 2019, there has been a significant decrease in farming and producing medical hemp but an increase in the quality of CBD products and distribution. CBD – cannabidiol – is derived from medical hemp, which is a cannabis sativa plant with less than

Oklahoma Medical Cannabis firms file suit to block fee increases Image Cannabis NewsJuly 5, 2023 A group of Oklahoma cannabis advocates has challenged new higher fees assessed on the state’s medical marijuana providers. An Oklahoma cannabis activist has joined forces with three of the state’s medical marijuana providers to file a lawsuit against in

Oklahoma Medical Cannabis firms file suit to block fee increases Image Cannabis NewsJuly 5, 2023 A group of Oklahoma cannabis advocates has challenged new higher fees assessed on the state’s medical marijuana providers. An Oklahoma cannabis activist has joined forces with three of the state’s medical marijuana providers to file a lawsuit against in