Cannabis

Cronos Group Inc. announced that it shipped its first order of bulk cannabis, which will be sold under the PEACE NATURALS®? brand in Germany. In July, Cronos signed a distribution agreement with Cansativa Group. Cansativa is a market leader in the medical cannabis market and is a driving force in the German cannabis industry. Cansativa

Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE:TRUL) said it has purchased 57,000 of its $1,000 face value senior secured notes due October 6, 2026, for a purchase price of US$46.7 million, representing a 16.5% discount to par, plus accrued interest. The notes represent 8% of its Senior Secured Notes due in 2026, Trulieve said Thursday. The notes trade on

This psychonaut remembers versions of these still knocking around in the early 1980’s. 5 sheets  made our live aid weekend in Brighton a very long one !   In the early 1970s, England was awash in LSD and much of it was produced by one clandestine organization: the Microdot Gang. Microdot LSD was known for

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Psychedelic Health provide the update With up to two-thirds of MDD patients not responding to current therapies, there is an urgent need for new and innovative treatments.  The area of psychedelic research has in recent years produced increasing clinical evidence that points towards these therapies as being potentially efficacious treatments for the condition. The guidelines

It’s been a few years since we’ve had a sheep get high on hemp story A shepherd was surprised by his sheep’s behaviour shortly after taking them to graze in ​​Magnesia, central Greece. According to TheNewspaper.gr, immediately after the natural disaster that hit the wider area of ​​Thessaly, and while the grasslands have suffered destruction, a

In “I Feel Love,” Rachel Nuwer shows how MDMA has grown from a party drug into a potentially valuable therapeutic tool. SOURCE UNDARK Book Review: The Long, Strange History of MDMA BY TAYLOR MAJEWSKI RACHEL NUWER’S “I Feel Love: MDMA and the Quest for Connection in a Fractured World,” is clearly aimed at a broad audience. It

Worth a quick read Across the nation, we’ve seen an exponential expansion in attempts to pass legislation to decriminalize certain drugs–most recently psychedelics. A recent analysis of US legislation related to psychedelics found that since 2019, 25 states have considered 74 psychedelic reform bills, 10 of which were successfully enacted.  By the end of 2022, there were

Business & Politcs always a rocky road !    Just one day after being assigned to the top post of Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management, Erin DuPree is out. While she didn’t offer an explicit reason for her departure, DuPree denied ever knowingly selling illegal products at her business in a statement, adding when she

   Miguel José Villar Martínez, CEO of EUROGROW, talks about the rapid growth of the CBD market and how his company is leading the way. The CBD market in Spain has seen a dramatic change, as CBD has gained popularity and grow shops have expanded. People are looking for natural alternatives for relaxation and wellness

The order only explicitly exempts Leafly from the enforcement. The post Leafly Wins Court Order Allowing Online Marijuana Ads appeared first on Green Market Report.

Cantor Fitzgerald, in reaction to the news, downgraded the stock. The post Seelos Downgraded After Phase 2 Trial Failure appeared first on Green Market Report.

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. The post Protected: 2023 Notable Leaders in Cannabis: Luna Stower appeared first on Green Market Report.

On September 18, 2023, a new lawsuit was filed by, inter alia, Leafly Holdings, Inc. (“Leafly”) against the New York State Office of Cannabis Management (“OCM”) and New York State Cannabis Control Board (the “Cannabis Control Board”). The lawsuit This legal proceeding involves a First Amendment and other challenges to certain regulations adopted by the Cannabis The post More New York Cannabis Program Litigation: First Amendment Challenge to Third-Party Website Rules appeared first on Harris Bricken Sliwoski LLP.

The state's medical marijuana operators will now be able to enter the market at the end of 2023. The post NY Medical Cannabis Operators on Defense After Rules Change appeared first on Green Market Report.

Penn Live A lawyer in Erie County is facing disciplinary action after admitting to being under the influence of cocaine during a court hearing. GoErie reports that attorney Nathaniel Strasser is facing suspension, disbarment or other potential disciplinary actions after he was accused of being high on cocaine during a preliminary hearing for a client facing

Tradewinds understand the problem it would be great to see more people understanding what’s actually happening out there in 2023 It is a telling sign of how dramatic drug trafficking has become in Europe’s ports that officials meeting to debate the problem only accept to do so in confidentiality. Strict Chatham rules applied to such

The Brazilian Navy and its Federal Police nabbed 3.6 metric tons of cocaine, almost 8,000 pounds, from a boat just off the coast of Brazil’s State of Pernambuco on Tuesday, according to a translated press release from the country’s navy. It was the biggest single seizure of cocaine off the coast of the South American country,

The Netherlands will begin its cannabis experiment in two cities, Breda and Tilburg, in December. The post The Netherlands Government Announced a Start Date for Cannabis Pilot Program appeared first on High Times.

“Scrub their marketing and websites of any suggestion that their products have medical benefits,” the county state’s attorney said. The post Illinois County Forces Dispensaries to Display Warning Labels About ‘Mental Health Dangers’ and ‘Suicidal Ideation’ appeared first on High Times.

An investigation into a large Chilean drug distribution network ended with multiple arrests after the final of three separate police raids revealed large amounts of cannabis, ketamine and ecstasy as well as 19 Bitcoin mining computers on the very same property. The post Bitcoin Mining Farm Discovered During Chile Drug Raid appeared first on High Times.

Reasons for destroying cannabis products include getting rid of “discarded” or “faulty” products. The post Denmark Parliament Inquiry Shows That 320,862 Pounds of Cannabis Have Been Destroyed appeared first on High Times.

Texas (Border Report) — A lawyer for a Mexican city councilwoman who has decided to plead guilty to U.S. federal drug trafficking charges tells Border Report that he is not surprised, but is disappointed in his client’s decision. Denisse Ahumada-Martinez, 34, a city councilwoman from the Mexican border town of Reynosa, on Monday signed an

Hospitality Pathways trains workers for new careers in New York cannabis. The post Green Market Report New York Awards: Best Ancillary Provider (Nonprofit) Hospitality Pathways appeared first on Green Market Report.

The firm's findings paint a complex picture of the industry The post Report: High Debt Restricts MSO Equity Options appeared first on Green Market Report.

The Daily Hit is a recap of the top financial news stories for Sept. 21, 2023. On The Site Innovative Industrial Properties Gets Investor Lawsuit Dismissed An investor lawsuit that accused cannabis REIT (real estate investment trust) Innovative Industrial Properties (IIP) (NYSE: IIPR) of knowing about a fraudulent scheme by its tenant Kings Garden was dismissed by a The post The Daily Hit: September 21, 2023 appeared first on Green Market Report.

Medical and recreational marijuana sales in Montana hit a record high in August of $28.6 million, according to state data, up a notch from July when sales were $28.5 million. Last month, Montana dispensaries sold $4.6 million of medical marijuana and $23.7 million of recreational cannabis, the state Department of Revenue reported. Though overall sales The post Montana Marijuana Sales Hit New Record in August appeared first on Green Market Report.

The upcoming Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management now has a leader: Erin DuPree, founder of hemp goods store Loonacy Cannabis Co. in Apple Valley that sold low-dose THC products. DuPree was named to the post by Gov. Tim Walz on Thursday, Minnesota Public Radio reported, chosen from a pool of 150 professionals who threw their The post Hemp Entrepreneur Named Minnesota Marijuana Czar appeared first on Green Market Report.

O’Brien’s ouster – which sounds permanent and ominous – signals new turmoil ahead for the CCC and the already reeling cannabis industry. The post Battenfeld: Shannon O'Brien's surprise suspension creates more turmoil in $3 billion pot industry appeared first on The Cannabist.

On Thursday, Treasury Secretary Deb Goldberg temporarily removed pot boss Shannon O’Brien from her post just a year after the former gubernatorial candidate took the job steering marijuana policy for the state. The post Up in smoke: Cannabis Commission to meet without suspended chairwoman appeared first on The Cannabist.

Proceeds will go toward reducing company debt and other business needs. The post The Cannabist Company Secures $25M in Private Placement appeared first on Green Market Report.

Visiting San Francisco? Here are the top weed shops to add to your itinerary. The Bay Area is widely considered the world’s weed mecca, and San Francisco, of course, is the heart of the Bay Area. Cannabis consumers are guaranteed to find whatever they might be looking for in the city by the Bay.  San The post Best-rated dispensaries in San Francisco 2022 appeared first on Leafly.

Erin DuPree has never worked in government but says her experience with startup businesses makes her well-suited for the role.  A cannabis industry entrepreneur who hasn’t worked in government before… The post Cannabis entrepreneur to lead Minnesota’s new marijuana agency appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

The only thing hotter than cannabis in Tucson is the heat. Since Arizona legalized recreational cannabis in 2020, Tucson has enjoyed the addition of nearly 20 new cannabis dispensaries. Today, you can find dispensaries in Tucson scattered all across the metro area in convenient locations, including some in downtown and near the University of Arizona. The post The best-rated weed dispensaries in Tucson for 2023 appeared first on Leafly.

Pennsylvania’s 2016 medical cannabis law mandates that only five grower/processor licensees can sell their wares to the state’s patient base.

Thailand’s new prime minister vowed to restrict the use of marijuana for medical purposes after thousands of weed shops opened across the country since the nation became the first in… The post Thailand to Restrict Cannabis Use, New Prime Minister Says, After Decriminalization Last Year appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Cannabis hasn’t been legal for long in Connecticut, but out of the 9 dispensaries available across the state, a few have already established impressive reputations since opening their doors in 2023. In a state where cannabis still feels brand new, these dispensaries are bucking the trend of growing pains and instead are creating a loyal The post The best-rated weed dispensaries in Connecticut for 2023 appeared first on Leafly.

It has now been over one week since New York’s Cannabis Control Board (CCB) and Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) announced that the general adult-use cannabis license application portal will open on October 4, 2023. For those counting at home, that is less than two weeks away. We, like the many parties with a vested The post New York Cannabis: A Plea to the Office of Cannabis Management appeared first on Harris Bricken Sliwoski LLP.

Saul Ewing Cannabis Attorney Jonathan Havens provides insights into the SAFER Banking Act’s revised text, the scheduled markup in the Senate, what will follow, and the bill's implications for cannabis businesses' potential to list on U.S. stock exchanges.

The MORE Act aims to decriminalize and deschedule cannabis, provide expungements, and reinvest in those adversely impacted by the drug war.

Licensing officials could allow cannabis bars to sell more weed, but only one of these establishments currently exists in Colorado. “I want to watch the Super Bowl and get high.… The post Colorado Cannabis Officials Consider New Hospitality Rules appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

With a presidential election year looming, the politics of pot is once again front and center in Washington, D.C., but this time there seems to be a greater probability than… The post From SAFE to SAFER, New Banking Bill Stresses Safety appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Would a Schedule III Reclassification of Psychoactive Cannabis Help or Hurt State Operators? By Benton Bodamer, Member, Dickinson Wright PLLC, Adjunct Professor of Law, Drug Enforcement and Policy Center, Moritz… The post A Prescription for Progress? appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

By Vince Sliwoski, Attorney at Harris Bricken It’s been a minute since we wrote about the new OLCC tax compliance rules for retailers. These temporary rules require all retailers to certify… The post Oregon Cannabis PSA: A Little Grace on Retailer Tax Compliance Requirements appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Action taken by the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission follows litigation over an Oregon Health Authority rule.

For many athletes, recovery time is 4:20. The post Athletes Using Cannabis for Recovery, Survey Finds appeared first on High Times.

These bills cover everything from allowances for social equity applicants to decriminalizing hallucinogenic substances, and their fate will be decided by Oct. 14. The post California Gov. Gavin Newsom To Review 17 Cannabis, Psychedelics Bills appeared first on High Times.

Ketamine therapy is now being offered across the country as an addition to existing employee health plans in a first-of-its-kind move by a national provider of insurance for psychedelic-assisted therapy. The post Ketamine Therapy Offered as Employee Health Benefit Nationwide appeared first on High Times.

TICAL cannabis will be available at cannabis stores throughout New York state. The post Method Man’s Small-Batch Cannabis Arrives in New York appeared first on High Times.

This marks the company's next step toward opening the first cannabis lounge in Las Vegas.

Richard Reisin, former EVP and Director at Carylon Corp., and Hannah (Buchan) Ross, COO at Edie Parker, join the board of directors.

The company’s branded products will be sold in the state’s Sunnyside dispensaries starting next week.

Channon shares the inspiration behind the company’s new identity and insight into what it takes to rebrand a multistate cannabis operation.

Head regulators from seven states signed a letter asking for U.S. Agriculture Committee leaders to protect consumer safety and public health.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) called upon the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to reassess marijuana's classification under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA)

It’s been a minute since we wrote about the new OLCC tax compliance rules for retailers. These temporary rules require all retailers to certify tax compliance via the Oregon Department of Revenue (DOR) in order to renew or transfer ownership of a marijuana retailer license. OLCC has a pretty good FAQ sheet here, as part The post Oregon Cannabis PSA: A Little Grace on Retailer Tax Compliance Requirements appeared first on Harris Bricken Sliwoski LLP.

New York officials are ramping up efforts to stop the statewide proliferation of unlicensed smoke shops selling marijuana, as the state struggles to boot up its legal marketplace. Since cannabis became legal… The post New York is cracking down on illegal weed stores as legal market struggles to take hold appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Ron DeSantis is no fan of weed. The Florida governor recently called recreational pot a “real problem,” lamented marijuana’s “stench” and grimly warned that “drugs are killing this country.” There’s just one… The post Ron DeSantis thinks pot is a menace to society. His biggest backer is working to legalize it. appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

There's a drug used to treat HIV orbiting the planet and we won't let it come back to Earth. The post Orbiting Space Drug Factory Denied Re-Entry to Earth appeared first on High Times.

From politicians to patients, many people spoke at a recent public hearing that will influence a panel’s decision to study ibogaine as a treatment for opioid use disorder. The post Kentucky Public Hearing Spotlights Testimonies of Ibogaine Patients appeared first on High Times.

The eight pages of additional text primarily deal with the bill’s contentious Section 10.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recognition that cannabis should no longer be classified in the same category as heroin is an event to be celebrated. But the trajectory of U.S. policy deserves to be mourned.

Evidence mounts of untested cannabis as a vector for disease. The post Large new study supports screening cannabis for heavy metals appeared first on Leafly.

Treasurer Deborah Goldberg’s office has not disclosed why CCC Chairwoman Shannon O’Brien was placed on a paid suspension.

The first application round, reserved exclusively for social equity applicants, will open Nov. 13.

As calls are increasing to codify CAURD, New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a motion late last week with the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York… The post New York State Seeks Stay in CAURD Lawsuit appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

A full committee markup on the legislation is scheduled for Sept. 27.

Ohio’s top Republican leaders haven’t been shy about their opposition to recreational marijuana. “There are a lot of people who don’t do something because it’s illegal, believe it or not, and if… The post Ohio GOP leaders don’t like recreational marijuana. What happens if voters say yes to it? appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

The lawsuit, filed in Maricopa County Superior Court, alleges that former purchasing managers and at least five other businesses facilitated “kickback schemes” to give brands shelf space.

Cannabist was launched in 2021 as the company’s national retail brand, which now accounts for 36 locations across the country.

You know da rules. It's pretty boilerplate. The post Leafly Budtenders’ Choice 2023: Terms and Conditions appeared first on Leafly.

Budtenders, help us know what’s good in your state. The post What’s good? Leafly Budtenders’ Choice 2023 survey is live appeared first on Leafly.

There has been endless drama around the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission over the past few months, all of which is only heightening in the wake of state Treasurer Deb Goldberg suspending the agency’s chairwoman last week.

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New York's cannabis industry, once hailed as a beacon of hope for social equity and economic revitalization, is now teetering on the brink of a precipice. The dream of legal cannabis has turned into a nightmare for many of the industry’s entrepreneurs.

Lauren Carpenter, CEO of Embarc, says the business gives her and her team the opportunity to help destigmatize cannabis in the community.

I’m pretty sure that more ink has been spilled on the Secure and Fair Enforcement Act (“SAFE Banking”), than any other proposed cannabis law. It just won’t pass and it just won’t die. Specifically, SAFE Banking was introduced in 2017 and it passed the House seven times (seven times!) with bipartisan support since 2019. The The post How Important is the SAFE Banking Act, Anyway? appeared first on Harris Bricken Sliwoski LLP.

The multistate cannabis operators is executing on the next phase of its balance sheet improvement initiatives.

The multistate cannabis operator says it respects its workers’ rights, but a local union claims the company fired an employee for labor peace activity.

Cannabis and hemp growers should take preventative measures to guard against crop damage during periods of heavy rains—and know what to do with rain-soaked plants in the aftermath.

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On September 14, 2023, Special Counsel David Weiss of the Department of Justice filed an indictment against Robert Hunter Biden in the District of Delaware. The indictment pleads three counts, which I analyze below. The Hunter Biden indictment centers on issues I’ve analyzed in many posts this year (see links at the bottom). Today I The post What the Hunter Biden Indictment Means for Cannabis Users appeared first on Harris Bricken Sliwoski LLP.

Surprise—you totally can. The post How to have a Hollyweed weekend on Sunset Blvd. appeared first on Leafly.

Fall 2023’s best weed bags and storage solutions. The post Storage wares: 15 stash solutions for back-to-campus stoners appeared first on Leafly.

Weed officially became legal in Minnesota on August 1, 2023 thanks to the tireless efforts of many, including cannabis advocates Leili Fatehi and Laura Monn Ginsburg. The post Minnesota has legal weed thanks to these women appeared first on Weedmaps News.

In the heart of California's esteemed wine country lies Sonoma Hills Farm, where cannabis and hospitality intertwine.  The post The Michelin-star weed experience at Sonoma Hills Farm appeared first on Weedmaps News.

New York’s Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) requires anyone applying for a retail dispensary or on-site consumption license to submit a notice of their intention to apply to the municipality (or community board in New York City) at least 30 days prior to submitting the application. The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) and Cannabis The post New York Cannabis: The Retail Dispensary Municipal Notice appeared first on Harris Bricken Sliwoski LLP.

The wait is (almost) over! During the September 12, 2023 Cannabis Control Board (CCB) meeting, the CCB announced that New York’s full, adult-use cannabis license application portal will open on October 4, 2023. The CCB meeting covered a number of other important topics, but we’ll save those for another post. For anyone planning on applying The post New York Cannabis: Portal for Adult-Use License Applications Opens October 4th! appeared first on Harris Bricken Sliwoski LLP.

Fuck, yes, absolutely. The post Is New York’s new ladies’ weed retreat right for me? appeared first on Leafly.

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Major banks like JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo, as well as landlords such as BentallGreenOak and Ashkenazy Acquisition Corp., have found themselves indirectly involved with New York City’s unlicensed cannabis dispensaries, potentially exposing them to legal issues. This situation arises due to the proliferation of unlicensed retail shops in the city, with as many as The post Banks Get Exposed by New York’s Unlicensed Cannabis Dispensaries appeared first on Harris Bricken Sliwoski LLP.

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Over the last several months there has been a lot going on in New York’s cannabis world, with the “highlights” being litigation, corporate letters, municipal legislation, and generally just a lot of back and forth about where New York’s adult-use cannabis market is going and how it is getting “there” (wherever “there” is”). Over the The post New York Cannabis: The Fall “Schedule” appeared first on Harris Bricken Sliwoski LLP.

Understanding Cannabis Dispensary Licensing: A Guide to Legal Requirements The Importance of Dispensary Licensing Operating a cannabis dispensary legally is contingent upon obtaining the necessary licenses and adhering to the regulatory framework established by each state. Dispensary licensing serves several crucial purposes: State-by-State Licensing Requirements Cannabis dispensary licensing requirements vary from state to state. Each The post Understanding Cannabis Dispensary Licensing: A Guide to Legal Requirements appeared first on Cannabis Hub.

The Legalization of Cannabis and its Effect on Employment Drug Testing Overview of Employment Drug Testing and Cannabis Legalization Employment drug testing has long been a common practice for employers in various industries. These tests are conducted to ensure a safe and drug-free work environment and to screen potential employees for drug use. However, with The post The Legalization of Cannabis and its Effect on Employment Drug Testing appeared first on Cannabis Hub.

A Guide to Cannabis Trademarks and Intellectual Property Law Introduction to Trademarks and Intellectual Property Law in the Cannabis Industry The cannabis industry is rapidly growing, and with it comes the need for robust brand protection and intellectual property rights. Trademarks play a crucial role in establishing brand identity, protecting consumer goodwill, and preventing unauthorized The post A Guide to Cannabis Trademarks and Intellectual Property Law appeared first on Cannabis Hub.