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How AI's Growing Role Impacts Cannabis Executive Decision-Making Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the world economy and the cannabis industry is no exception. Despite its relative novelty, this innovative software is already playing multiple roles, reports Mjbizdaily. "Data doesn't necessarily need to

Cannabis sector on a high as new Weed law finally enacted Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 South Africa Legalizes Private Cannabis Use with New Act: What You Need to Know. The Cannabis for Private Purposes Act gives the green light to adults wanting to cultivate, possess and consume the herb for their private use. It also sees the automatic expungem

Genetic Engineering May Create More Effective Cannabis Varieties Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 Could GMO cannabis be the next big thing? Cannabis has been increasing in popularity, both as a recreational drug and an alternative medicine. But one challenge that impacts both those who are selling cannabis, and those consuming it, is lack of consist

Man Faces Federal Charges for Alleged Cross-Country Marijuana Flights in Cessna Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 Oakland Pilot Indicted for Allegedly Flying Marijuana Cross-Country Following Federal Informant's Testimony. For months, an Oakland pilot allegedly flew marijuana cross-country on his Cessna. Then the person paying for it became a federal

Japan Government Opens Public Comment Period for Cannabis Reform Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 Over the next few weeks, public comments will be submitted regarding the future of Japan’s cannabis regulatory framework. The Japanese government announced on May 30 that it would officially begin accepting public comments about its cannabis reform bill

Very few pardons for pot possession have been granted since 2019 Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 Government has until mid-November to 'sequester' possession records under alternative program. A program meant to expedite pardons for cannabis possession is still experiencing low uptake — and the federal government says it doesn't know how many posses

Analyzing the evidence for Cannabis Legalization Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 Prior to the legalisation of cannabis, many of the same talking points were used to produce fear around policy change. Whether these arguments were based on cultural, behavioural, or psychological concerns, over a decade later one would expect any of the concerns aroun

Hemp can get you high. Illinois needs to better protect its minors Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 Illinois' Unregulated Hemp-Derived THC Products Prompt Calls for Legislative Action. At the National Restaurant Association trade show in Chicago a few weeks ago, attendees flocked to a booth handing out samples of a flavored seltzer with a “kick.” Wy

Hotboxed Wisconsin must regulate delta-8 and have debate about legalizing Pot Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 Wisconsin is only one of six states where delta-8 is legal and unregulated. The adults in my immediate family have come to expect a specific stocking stuffer every Christmas: delta-8 gummies. At some point over the last couple years, my mot

Some brewers argue Iowa THC rules misinterpret new hemp law, could mean end of some drinks Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 Iowa's New Hemp Product Regulations Face Pushback from Brewers and Retailers. Iowa's plan to enforce a new law regulating consumable hemp products has spurred pushback from brewers and retailers who say proposed rules could bar

Time to legalize Marijuana and finish what has been started Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 Advocating for Amendment 3: Legalizing Recreational Marijuana in Florida. When I ran the two previous amendments to the Florida constitution to bring medical marijuana to Florida, the politicians lied about what it would mean. They lied when they said pot sh

U.S. Justice Department: Chinese Cartels Profiting from Illegal Marijuana in Maine Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 Senators King and Collins Urge Federal Action on Chinese Cartel-Linked Illegal Marijuana Operations in Maine. The U.S. Justice Department says Chinese drug cartels may be funding and making millions off illegal marijuana growing operat

WSWA repeats call for Cannabis Legalisation Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 WSWA Reiterates Call to Regulate Cannabis Like Alcohol Amid Proposed Hemp Product Ban. The Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) has reiterated its call to regulate cannabis using the alcohol regulatory system, following a move that could ban intoxicating hemp produc

WSWA repeats call for Cannabis Legalisation Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 WSWA Reiterates Call to Regulate Cannabis Like Alcohol Amid Proposed Hemp Product Ban. The Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) has reiterated its call to regulate cannabis using the alcohol regulatory system, following a move that could ban intoxicating hemp produc

DeSantis Likely To Veto Hemp Bill that Would Limit THC Image Cannabis NewsJune 3, 2024 Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is an opponent of adult-use cannabis, but may save the hemp industry if he vetoes SB 1698. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is expected to veto a hemp bill that aims to severely limit the sale of hemp-derived products containing delta-8

‘Huge Milestone’ as Japan Moves Ahead With Cannabis Reform Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2024 Japan Opens Public Comment Period for Landmark Cannabis Reform Bill. Japan has officially launched a public comment period for its landmark cannabis reform bill, offering new details on how its nascent cannabis industry will look over the coming months. On Ma

Decriminalising Cannabis could cause harm Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2024 Medical Expert Warns Against Decriminalising Cannabis in Jersey Amid Proposal Debate. A professor representing 26 European medical associations has said it does not make sense to decriminalise cannabis in Jersey. It comes after Deputy Tom Coles lodged a proposition calling fo

How would federal rescheduling of Marijuana affect trucking? Image Cannabis NewsMay 31, 2024 What Reclassifying Marijuana Could Mean for the Trucking Industry. Last week, the Department of Justice and Drug Enforcement Administration published a notice of proposed rulemaking to reclassify marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III drug. To b