Posts tagged with "cannabis news"
EXCLUSIVE: Cannabis Co. That Sued DEA Awarded a Memorandum Of Agreement to Obtain a Vertically Integrated License
After seven long years, a Memorandum Of Agreement with the intent to issue a Schedule One cultivation registration (referred to by individual states as a vertical license) that is contingent upon further compliance was finally issued to a cannabis manufacturing company that sued the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to obtain it. MMJ...
'Delta-88' Gummy Worms Found in Halloween Candy
A 5-year-old in St. Charles, Missouri received a package containing two "Delta-88" brand THC gummy worms during a “trunk-or-treat” event. Tiffany Burroughs, mother of three, took her children to a Halloween event on Saturday, Oct. 8., at JJ’s Restaurant in St. Charles. The event is an add-on to the restaurant's monthly car...
Cannabis Dust Linked to Death of Industry Employee
On Jan. 7, 2022, Lorna McMurrey was packing pre-rolls at the Holyoke, Massachusetts, Trulieve location when she became unable to breathe and died. The death is likely a consequence of fine particulate cannabis dust inhalation. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a report on the incident last week. Join...
Canada's Regulated Marketplace Helps Blaze Expand Into New Territory
Cannabis technology company Blaze Solutions, Inc. has acquired Vancouver-based dispensary POS software company Greenline, becoming one of the few cannabis operations software systems in both Canada and the U.S. The acquisition allows Blaze to serve its international clients while gaining experience operating...
Cannabis Legalization Measure Introduced in France
As of 2019, the last full year that data is available, France was tied with Spain for the highest cannabis consumption rate. Both countries had a consumption rate of 11%. The consumption rate is measured by examining survey data in which people are asked if they have consumed cannabis at least one time in the last 12 months. For...
Progress Report: Cannabis Legalization
Senator Chuck Schumer has made cannabis legalization a priority. Let’s check in to see where the U.S. stands on legalization.
Thailand Establishes an International Medical Cannabis Research Center
Thailand is a regional leader when it comes to medical cannabis policy. It was the first country in its entire area to legalize cannabis for medical use. That may not seem like a big deal being that it was only a handful of years ago. However, given that the region where Thailand is located is home to some of the harshest cannabis...
SAFE Banking Act Passes in the House (Again)
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday morning the House of Representatives approved an updated version of the SAFE Banking Act, which provides guidance to financial institutions that are willing to work with legal cannabis businesses. The approved amendment to protect financial institutions that service state-legal cannabis businesses from...
Effort to Legalize Cannabis in Sri Lanka Gains Momentum
Sri Lanka doesn’t usually come up too often when discussing cannabis legalization. However, Thusitha Balasuriya, who is the leader of Sri Lanka’s Social Democratic Party, called on the Sri Lanka president and government to legalize cannabis for adult use. Legalizing cannabis could be a game changer for Sri Lanka.
Quick Hits: State by State Cannabis Updates
In this week’s Quick Hits, we take a closer look at the latest cannabis updates state by state
Quick Hits: This Week in Cannabis News
Humboldt County, CA, is a hot topic this week. Learn about refreshing THC-infused seltzers and upcoming trade shows. Our weekly Quick Hits always delivers reliable cannabis news that hits the spot every time.
Quick Hits: What's Up With Weed?
Start your Monday off right by catching up on the latest cannabis news, breakthrough studies, legislation, and upcoming networking events.
Quick Hits: The Latest in Cannabis News
Get your quick fix in the latest cannabis news all before you finish your daily wake and bake. See what’s new in legalization, research, and activism. Get your cannabis news, now.
Quick Hits: Your Cannabis News Weekly
Cannabis trade show Champs was allegedly raided by the feds. Could cannabinoids be used as an analgesic drug? Cannabis news, now.
Finding a Better Way: Sustainable Leadership Awards
Learn more about the 2020 Sustainable Leadership Award winners who are setting the standard for sustainability within our industry.
Quick Hits: Proposed Bill Brings Justice to War on Drugs Victims
The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act would remove marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act Schedule 1 designation.
Quick Hits: Let's Get Psychedelic
New innovative psychedelic products to come from Jamaica. CanEx Jamaica’s Psychedelics Summit gets trippy. Cannabis news, now.
Federal Cannabis Decriminalization on the Horizon
New legislation was introduced Wednesday that would decriminalize cannabis at the federal level, removing it from the list of federally controlled substances. The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act would empower states to implement their own cannabis laws. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and several other Senate...