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Cannabis companies ramp up recruitment efforts as recreational industry prepares launch Image Cannabis NewsDecember 5, 2022 Connecticut’s cannabis industry could account for more than 10,000 jobs just a few years after the recreational market launches, according to a recent study, and companies are already ramping up hiring efforts ahead of the fir

Poison center reports for child Marijuana use rose 245% in last 20 years Image Cannabis NewsDecember 5, 2022 Dextromethorphan, found in cough syrup, had the highest number of cases. Between 2000 and 2020, reports to poison centers for child and teen marijuana use increased by 245%, according to a new study from the Oregon Health and Science Univers

Medicinal Cannabis V Recreational Cannabis explained Image Cannabis NewsDecember 5, 2022 Manx Radio looks at the difference between legal and illegal cannabis The Isle of Man's first medicinal cannabis dispensing service has opened. It means that patients with a private prescription for the drug can now get source it through Karsons Pharmacy in Onc

How potent is your Marijuana? Leaked report suggests new rules Image Cannabis NewsDecember 5, 2022 Leaked Report Shows Heightened Scrutiny of Marijuana’s Rising Potency Welcome to my weekly newsletter on the cannabis and psychedelics industries. I have a special invitation to readers this week as we approach the year’s end and pass six months since

Lake Bell explained why she's a "Better" Parent after drinking Cannabis Beverages Image Cannabis NewsDecember 5, 2022 You know Lake Bell. But do you know Lake Bell...on weed??? Her kids definitely do — at least, according to some comments she gave at a panel sponsored by the cannabis drinks brand Cann (via People). During the panel, Lake said that

The US Department of Agriculture will collect Hemp data in their Census of Agriculture Image Cannabis NewsDecember 2, 2022 In their 2022 Census of Agriculture, the US Department of Agriculture will, for the first time, collect and publish data on farmers and producers who grow hemp for fabric, food products, and cannabidiol (CBD). For the first tim

December is a great month for Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsDecember 2, 2022 Many argue that November is one of the best months to buy pot given the deals and steals of Black Friday and Green Wednesday, but don’t sleep on the quality available and prices when purchasing your weed in December. One of the main feathers in the hype for December is the f

Virginia hemp panel suggests tougher rules on unregulated THC products Image Cannabis NewsDecember 2, 2022 Report recommends permit system and change to how THC is measured. A state task force studying the rise of unregulated cannabis products in Virginia is recommending stricter rules for businesses selling hemp-based delta-8 THC products that tec

Recreational Marijuana sales open Thursday in Rhode Island Image Cannabis NewsDecember 2, 2022 Ocean State becomes 19th state to legalize sale, use of recreational marijuana, dispensaries hope for increase in sales. On Thursday morning, 96-year-old Joe Maraia became the first person to legally purchase marijuana for recreational use in Rhode Island

Legalized Cannabis is reducing opioid use in cancer patients Image Cannabis NewsDecember 2, 2022 The legalization of medical marijuana is reducing opioid use in cancer patients. (Benzinga) In a paper published in the journal JAMA Oncology on December 1, medical marijuana was associated with a 5.5% to 19.2% relative reduction in the rate of opioid d

99% of patients using Medicinal Cannabis are sourcing it illegally due to failures within the industry, a new report says Image Cannabis NewsDecember 2, 2022 There are an estimated 1.8 million individuals using cannabis for medical purposes in the UK, but only 15,000 are legally prescribed patients, according to a new report by drug policy think ta

Inside the murky $200M effort to kickstart NY Marijuana Industry Image Cannabis NewsDecember 2, 2022 Smoke and mirrors: Inside the murky $200M effort to kickstart NY’s marijuana industry. New York’s equity-focused rollout of its legal marijuana market relies heavily on a $200 million fund to support the state’s first retailers. Yet the team picked

Are Delta 8 edibles a safe alternative for your health? Image Cannabis NewsDecember 2, 2022 Delta 8 edibles offer users a delicious, legal way to enjoy a buzz with wellness benefits. But are Delta 8 edibles a safe alternative for your health? There are a million and one reasons to try Delta 8 edibles, especially with the myriad offerings available

UPS worker busted for possessing Cannabis and stealing packages Image Cannabis NewsDecember 2, 2022 32-year-old had a bit of bud and several undelivered packages in his vehicle. A UPS employee in Monroe, La. is no longer employed after a police investigation determined the 32-year-old had a bit of bud in a camouflage bag and several undelivered pac

Green Light District, a Pensacola Hemp Dispensary, Aims to Change the Narrative of CBD and Hemp Image Cannabis NewsDecember 1, 2022 PENSACOLA - Green Light District is quickly becoming the Gulf Coast's premium hemp dispensary. Since opening in October 2022, they have stood out in the industry by operating under the same procedures and regulations a

Vets in South Carolina push for Medical Pot Image Cannabis NewsDecember 1, 2022 A number of military veterans in South Carolina are pushing lawmakers in the state to legalize medical marijuana. Local news station WACH reports this week on the group of vets, who “say it needs to be a top priority for lawmakers when they return to the state house in

Vaporizing Cannabis: Latest tech and its Benefits Image Cannabis NewsDecember 1, 2022 Cannabis vaporizers are devices designed to consume medical dry herbs & concentrates in a less harmful way. They allow users to have the option to experience the medicinal effects while reducing possible risks of disease or lung injury. (Benzinga) Traditional cons

Thanksgiving holiday Cannabis sales see double-digit year-over-year growth Image Cannabis NewsNovember 30, 2022 Cannabis sales for the Thanksgiving holiday were up 12% YoY, Green Wednesday on track to become the second highest cannabis sales day of 2022 with a staggering $116.4M in single day sales, showing 16% increase YOY. Business intelligence f