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Cannabis products may harbor fungal toxins harmful to human health, but regulations are uneven or nonexistent Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 10, 2024 Fungal Toxins in Cannabis: Risks to Human Health and the Need for Regulation. Hemp and cannabis host many fungi inside and outside the plant, most of which are harmless to most people. However, certain ty

Governor Hochul’s Bold Move to Weed Out Illicit Cannabis Sales in New York Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 10, 2024 Governor Hochul's Legislative Proposal Aims to Strengthen Enforcement Against Illicit Cannabis Sales. In Buffalo and across the, a new battlefront opens in the war against illicit cannabis sales. Governor Kathy Hochul, in a determined stri

Arkansans cross state line for new Missouri Flora Farms Dispensary Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 10, 2024 A new cannabis dispensary is now open in Southwest Missouri, but it’s location is causing some controversy. Flora Farms has opened its fifth dispensary in Pineville, Missouri. The new location is less than one mile from the Arkansas state line. In

Medical Marijuana bill doesn’t go nearly far enough Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 10, 2024 Wisconsin's Proposed Medical Marijuana Bill Falls Short. Many lawmakers in Madison have been pushing for years for the legalization of marijuana. Finally, Assembly Republicans have introduced a bill that would legalize the use of medicinal marijuana. But only un

Tilray recovering from Cannabis slowdown Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 10, 2024 Pot grower acquired eight beer brands last year. Tilray Brands Inc.’s diversification into the beer business paid off in the fiscal second quarter, even as the company is poised to start planting vegetables and fruit to monetize some of its unneeded cannabis cultivation sp

Thailand moves to ban Recreational use of Cannabis in setback for nascent industry Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 Thailand Proposes Ban on Recreational Cannabis, Hefty Penalties in New Bill. Thailand is proposing a ban on recreational use of cannabis and hefty penalties on offenders under a new Bill that seeks to end a legal vacuum after the co

The Rising Popularity of Hemp-Derived Cannabinoid Products: A Call for Increased Regulation and Research Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 A significant proportion of Americans are reportedly turning to hemp-derived alternative cannabinoid products, such as CBD, delta 8, CBG, and CBN. These products are not currently regulated by the federal gover

Is Hemp Protein an Overlooked Sector of the Industry? Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 Protein consumption is one of the most important parts of the human diet. It is a nutrient that all humans need to grow and repair cells, particularly cells in muscles and bones. Daily protein consumption is necessary for humans to perform life functions proper

Ohio Governor Calls For Ban On Intoxicating Hemp Products Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 Ohio Republican Governor Mike DeWine wants lawmakers to pass legislation to ban intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids such as delta-8 THC. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine last week called on state lawmakers to pass legislation to ban hemp products with psychotro

Wisconsin would operate five dispensaries under limited Medical Marijuana legalization program Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 Wisconsin Assembly Republicans Propose Limited Medical Marijuana Bill. Assembly Republicans announced a limited proposal Monday to make medical marijuana available for Wisconsinites with certain medical conditions and re

Lower Sioux builds Hempcrete homes Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 The Lower Sioux Community in Minnesota Pioneers Sustainable Housing with Hemp. The Lower Sioux Community in southwest Minnesota is combining a vision for sustainable housing with the environmentally sound use of hemp. While other tribes are growing recreational or medicinal plant

Wisconsin Republicans' Medical Marijuana plan gets lukewarm reception from Evers and lawmakers Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 Indiana Lawmakers Face Calls for Cannabis Legalization Amidst Surrounding State Developments. Wisconsin Assembly Republicans’ highly restrictive plan to legalize medical marijuana in the state drew a lukewarm response fr

New Mexico Revoked Licenses of Cannabis Growers and Fined Them $2M for Many Violations Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 New Mexico marijuana regulators revoked the licenses of two growing operations in a rural county for numerous violations and have levied a $1M fine against each business. One of the businesses, Native American Agricultural Devel

Connecticut Cannabis Gifting Event Receives Cease-and-Desist Letter Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 The HighBazaar has been happening since 2022, but the attorney general recently decided to crack down on what “appears” to violate state law. In Connecticut, the “HighBazaar” is a private cannabis event that has been held since 2022. The Masonic T

Biden’s Marijuana pardons welcome, but federal drug laws must meet reality Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 Biden Should Just Legalize Marijuana. President Joe Biden demonstrated the proper use of presidential clemency power a few weeks ago, when he pardoned thousands of people who had been convicted of various nonviolent marijuana violations on

What is stopping Cannabis Legalization in Indiana Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 8, 2024 Perceptions on Cannabis Legalization Stalling Progress in Indiana, Says Lawmaker. Indiana is now surrounded by three states that have legalized recreational cannabis, but attempts to legalize it here haven’t made it far. One lawmaker says personal perceptions are s