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Dutch "coffee shops" to stock licensed Cannabis in trial Image Cannabis NewsMarch 2, 2023 BREDA - The Netherlands will trial licensing cannabis growers for its famous "coffee shops" where smoking the drug is authorised, tackling a contradiction whereby selling is legal but supplying isn't, which has fed an illegal market dominated by criminal organ
Why right-wing politicians are advancing Medical Cannabis in Brazil? Image Cannabis NewsMarch 2, 2023 On January 31, São Paulo’s Republicanos party Governor Tarcisio de Freitas shocked Brazil by ratifying a law that will authorize medical CBD and low-THC products under the country’s universal health care system (SUS). As baffled conservatives looke
Over 7,500 Pot convictions expunged in Missouri Image Cannabis NewsMarch 2, 2023 The process going faster than expected in the state of Missouri. More than 7,500 individuals in Missouri have had their prior marijuana-related convictions expunged with recreational cannabis now legal in the state. The expungement is the latest byproduct of the consti
$2.5M Fund to assist small Farmers Image Cannabis NewsMarch 2, 2023 Cannabis for Conservation received funding through the California Department of Fish & Wildlife’s grant program to help 89 struggling farms. Aid is on the way for struggling farmers in two of the Emerald Triangle’s three counties, with funding available to help improve drought resi
Best tips for growing Marijuana at home Image Cannabis NewsMarch 2, 2023 Cecil Cornish began growing marijuana plants in his home about this time last year, with little to no experience. He grew up with a love for gardening but marijuana cultivation was entirely new territory. Prior to the legalization of recreational marijuana in Missouri, Cornish
Michigan Cannabis market nets $60M windfall for local governments Image Cannabis NewsMarch 2, 2023 Adult-use sales began three years ago in Michigan. Tens of millions of dollars have been doled out to local governments across Michigan as a result of the state’s cannabis industry. FOX 2 Detroit reports that the state sent out nearly $60 million to c
Clown steals hundreds from CBD shop Image Cannabis NewsMarch 2, 2023 TEMPLE - The owners of the Redbird Hemp Dispensary need help looking for the person who broke into their store and stole hundreds of dollars in merchandise. On Sunday morning around 12:30 a.m. police officers responded to a burglary alarm and found a broken front window at the CBD
PTSD can’t be cured with Cannabis, may ease symptoms Image Cannabis NewsMarch 2, 2023 Post-traumatic stress disorder is a complex mental health condition brought on by one or a series of traumatic events. For a long time, it was primarily associated with veterans coming home from the atrocities of war. It was also normalized given the taboo around
Top 6 Benefits of Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsMarch 2, 2023 Reference this list next time someone asks why you use weed. We don’t just love cannabis because of the psychoactive high. In fact, there are plenty of benefits to experience from non-psychoactive cannabinoids like CBD, CBN, and CBG. Regardless of why you use the plant, are you aware of th
Government budgets $50,000 for work on legalisation of Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsMarch 1, 2023 A budget has been earmarked to continue work on a “world-class” legal cannabis regime for Bermuda, MPs heard – despite the legislation getting turned down by Britain last year. Kathy Lynn Simmons, the Attorney-General, told the House of Assembly during
Cannabis sales in California drop for first time in five years Image Cannabis NewsMarch 1, 2023 The state has struggled for years to get a handle on its illicit cannabis market, which is likely the primary factor driving the decrease. California cannabis may be in trouble. The state has seen an 8% dip from last year in the amount of legal marijuana
‘We want to be Disruptive’: Halo Infusions expands with massive new Cannabis Kitchen Image Cannabis NewsMarch 1, 2023 A year ago, southern Arizona's largest cannabis-infused product manufacturing operation underwent a risky business move. In a landmark $30 million sale, Halo Infusions shed its retail and cultivation licenses to focus on the product
‘We want to be Disruptive’: Halo Infusions expands with massive new Cannabis Kitchen Image Cannabis NewsMarch 1, 2023 A year ago, southern Arizona's largest cannabis-infused product manufacturing operation underwent a risky business move. In a landmark $30 million sale, Halo Infusions shed its retail and cultivation licenses to focus on the product
Illinois lawmakers form new Cannabis working group to boost industry growth and equity focus Image Cannabis NewsMarch 1, 2023 Illinois lawmakers form new cannabis working group to boost industry growth and equity focus Marijuana Moment reports that a cannabis working group has been formed in Illinois that is aiming to direct the industry’s expansio
Republican candidate for Kentucky governor announces support for Medical Marijuana Image Cannabis NewsMarch 1, 2023 FRANKFORT - Another candidate for Kentucky governor is putting support behind medical marijuana, but they come from the other side of the aisle. GOP candidate Ryan Quarles announced on Tuesday that he's in favor of "responsible" medic
Clinical Cannabis trial for children with Autism Image Cannabis NewsMarch 1, 2023 An Israeli startup will be testing its cannabis-based treatments on children with autism. SciSparc aims to alleviate anxiety, sleep problems, hyperactivity, and other symptoms associated with the disorder. It will conduct a clinical trial to assess the safety, tolerab