Preserving the True Identity of Cannabis Strains
Cannabis has a rich history dating back to ancient times. Over centuries, breeders have created a diverse lineage of strains that are worth preserving for future generations. However, the historical
Cannabis has a rich history dating back to ancient times. Over centuries, breeders have created a diverse lineage of strains that are worth preserving for future generations. However, the historical
In 2021, just 10% of cannabis cultivation operations used automation technology for packaging. Yet in 2024, over 80% of cannabis cultivators are moving toward utilizing automation to streamline processes and
I’ve witnessed firsthand how the cannabis industry is built on community and innovation, and nowhere is this more evident than at cannabis conferences and events. The industry’s lineup of conventions
It’s happened to all of us. We browse around an eCommerce site like Amazon, put a pair of flip-flops in our shopping cart, the phone rings, we forget what we
My name is Frederika Easley, producer and host of The People Are Blunt podcast, part of The People’s Ecosystem and Vice President of Minority Cannabis Business Association (MCBA). As I
Now more than ever, cannabis cultivators should focus on sustainable practices that minimize environmental impacts. We know that agriculture uses more water than any other source and also wastes large
“What kinda weed is good for sex?” That was the first question I got from my second customer ever as a budtender in 2016, shortly after adult-use cannabis was legalized
The advancement and rescheduling of cannabis and the growing ubiquity of the plant in communities across the U.S. have been positive developments towards overturning draconian drug laws. But what must
As the United States’ Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) moves to reclassify cannabis as a less-dangerous substance, the most major and immediate financial impact plant-touching operators are considering is the impact
The rapidly growing cannabis industry faces a significant challenge in lab shopping, which undermines the integrity of its products. Lab shopping, the practice of seeking out testing labs that provide
The allure of organically grown products resonates with consumers worldwide, and cannabis is no exception. From Canada to Colombia, the quest for organic cannabis is reshaping markets and regulations, promising
In a much-publicized move, the Governor of Maryland recently announced a wave of pardons for individuals convicted of misdemeanor marijuana offenses. At first glance, this seems like a progressive step
As of 2021, there were over 3.6 million registered cannabis patients in the US. And, as reported by scientific reviews, there is a growing gap between public interest in medical
Imagine a scenario where recent health emergencies linked to the cannabis industry, such as those at Mary Jane Berlin, or reports of tainted vapes from California, become a common occurrence.
Since Governor Tim Walz signed HF 100 into law in May 2023, making Minnesota the 23rd state to legalize the adult use of cannabis, the state’s legislature has been diligently
While it’s unlikely that a second Trump presidency would actively seek to undo a finalized cannabis rescheduling, there may be a lack of urgency to expedite the process shortly after
A tip for cannabis festival organizers: You don’t always have to go big to deliver a positive experience. Sometimes, less is more.
As more states and countries decriminalize or fully legalize cannabis for medical and recreational use, the need for reliable data has never been more critical. Rapid expansion and evolving social
Dispensaries are engaged in a never-ending struggle for market attention in the ultra-competitive world of cannabis retail, each hoping to take home a bigger piece of the same action. However,
In today’s America, the discord between state-level marijuana legislation and its federal classification as a controlled substance presents a paradox that undermines the effectiveness and integrity of our legal system.
