The hemp industry in Hawaii has grown significantly due to favorable climate conditions, increasing demand for hemp-derived products, and evolving regulations. The state's unique agricultural environment provides an ideal setting for cultivating high-quality hemp, which is used for CBD production, t...
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Hawaii's cannabis market has been steadily evolving, offering opportunities in both medical and potential recreational sectors. With a unique climate suitable for cultivation and a growing consumer base, the industry continues to expand. 1. Medical Cannabis in Hawaii Legal Since 2000: Hawaii legaliz...
Georgia Hemp Market Update As of 2025, Georgia's hemp market is undergoing major regulatory changes that could significantly impact both businesses and consumers. New legislative proposals aim to impose stricter controls on hemp-derived products, particularly those containing THC variants like Delta...
Georgia Cannabis Market Update As of 2025, Georgia's cannabis market is experiencing significant changes, particularly within the medical cannabis program and the regulation of hemp-derived products. Lawmakers are considering new legislation that could reshape access and availability for patients an...
Cannabis in Movies: From Counterculture to Mainstream Cannabis has played a significant role in film, evolving from a symbol of rebellion and comedy to a subject of social commentary and political discourse. Whether depicted as a source of humor, a tool for character development, or a catalyst for d...
Hemp is renowned for its exceptional strength, lightweight nature, and durability, making it one of the most versatile natural fibers used in textiles, construction, and industrial applications. Below are the key physical properties that define hemp's unique characteristics. 1. Strength & Durabi...
California Hemp Market Overview California's hemp industry is a growing sector within the state's larger cannabis economy. Unlike marijuana, hemp contains 0.3% or less THC, making it federally legal under the 2018 Farm Bill. Hemp is widely used for CBD products, textiles, food, biofuel, and industri...
California Cannabis Market Overview California is home to the largest legal cannabis market in the world, generating billions in annual revenue since legalization. The state has been a leader in cannabis culture, medical marijuana, and recreational use, shaping the industry in the U.S. and globally....
The hemp industry has grown significantly in recent years, with several companies emerging as major players. Here are some of the largest hemp companies: 1. Ecofibre LimitedA biotechnology company producing and selling hemp-derived products, including CBD oils, nutraceuticals, and textiles. It opera...
As of recent reports, the largest cannabis companies by revenue include: Curaleaf Holdings, Inc.: Headquartered in New York City, Curaleaf is recognized as the world's largest cannabis company by revenue. The company operates in 19 states across the U.S., offering a wide range of cannabis products t...
Is weed legal in Florida? Here are the laws to harsh your buzz for spring break 2025 Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 25, 2025
Heading to the Sunshine State, spring breakers? Get ready to enjoy sun, surf and sand. ... but leave your weed vapes and edibles at home. Recreational marijuana remains illegal in Florida, although it is legal in about half the country. An amendment last year to make recreational marijuana legal in
Recreational Marijuana News Marijuana Politics by PNJUnlicensed retailers provide youths with easy access to cannabis in New York City, study reveals Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 24, 2025
A new study, led by researchers at Columbia University, suggests it is easy for youths to purchase cannabis from unlicensed dispensaries in New York City, despite state laws that bar access to recreational cannabis to those under age 21. The article, "Cannabis Access by Retailer Type in New York
Recreational Marijuana News Marijuana Business News by Medical Xpress.Recreational marijuana sales remain high six months after legalization
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CINCINNATI (The Ohio Newsroom) — In November of 2023, Ohio became the 24th state to vote to legalize adult-use cannabis. In August of 2024, dispensaries across the state began recreational marijuana sales. Now, six months into sales, recreational marijuana sales are steadily rising, said Jana
Marijuana ads are enticing kids to try weed, study says
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CNN — A legal loophole is allowing children who access social media to see enticing advertisements for marijuana with potentially dangerous consequences, according to experts. Under the Controlled Substances Act, it’s illegal to advertise the sale or use of marijuana using federal airwaves or across
Recreational marijuana sales top $319 million in six months
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That’s according to an Ohio Division of Cannabis Control update as of Feb. 10. That’s 45,184 pounds of plant material. To put that into perspective, that’s more than the weight of five average Asian elephants. For contrast, medical sales began on Jan. 14, 2019. According to the department’s
Judge blocks Colorado Springs’ recreational marijuana repeal effort, calling it unconstitutional
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Under Amendment 64 of the Colorado Constitution, local ballot measures to prohibit recreational marijuana business may appear only on a general election ballot during an even numbered year Colorado Springs’ plan to ask voters to repeal recreational marijuana sales, six months after they approved it
Americans Want To Quit Their Vices - And Advisors Can Help
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Fully one-third of Americans are planning to reduce how much they spend on "financial vices" because of the economy, according to research from Bankrate.com, with important implications for advisors and their clients. The survey distinguished six different vices — alcohol, lottery tickets, casino
Recreational marijuana sales remain high, six months since legalization
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In November of 2023, Ohio became the 24th state to vote to legalize adult-use cannabis. In August of 2024, dispensaries across the state opened their doors. Now, six months into sales, recreational marijuana sales are steadily rising, said Jana Hrdinova, the administrative director at Ohio State
U.S. cannabis shoppers face a market flush with illegal weed
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FAIRFIELD, Calif. — On a crisp winter morning last month, Sgt. Erin McAtee watched as members of his team with the California Department of Cannabis Control executed a search warrant at a home in Fairfield, halfway between Sacramento and San Francisco. They broke open the door of what looked on the
Analysis: Opening of Cannabis Retailers Isn’t Associated With Rise in Marijuana-Related Emergency Department Visits
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Toronto, Ontario: The establishment of licensed cannabis retailers is not associated with any uptick in marijuana-related emergency department (ED) visits, according to longitudinal data published in the International Journal of Drug Policy. A team of Canadian researchers assessed the impact of
