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- Cronos Group Inc. Launches Medical Brand Peace Naturals in Germanyby Sean Hocking on 23. september 2023 at 6:40
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 repurchases $47.6M of debt at a discountby Sean Hocking on 23. september 2023 at 6:25
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
- Article: Gratefully Remembering The UK Microdot LSD of the 1970’sby Sean Hocking on 23. september 2023 at 3:04
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
- Fear & Loathing In Las Vegas?!! Psychedelics Today is thrilled to announce our premier partnership...by Sean Hocking on 23. september 2023 at 2:57
Would Hunter S T……Go ? Psychedelics Today is thrilled to announce our premier partnership with the reMind Psychedelics Business Forum. Date: November 28th & 29th Venue: Westgate Las Vegas Resort + Casino In Partnership With: MJBizCon Why Attend? Diverse Attendees: Connect with industry players ranging from therapists, marketing & PR professionals, legal experts, lab manufacturers, tech innovators, accountants, advocacy groups,
- European Medicines Agency (EMA) updates general guidelines on development of medicinal products for...by Sean Hocking on 23. september 2023 at 2:54
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
- Department of Health and Human Services Recommendation to Reschedule Marijuana: Implications for...by Sean Hocking on 23. september 2023 at 2:49
- Greece: Sheep ate 100kg of cannabis and got high!by Sean Hocking on 23. september 2023 at 2:46
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
- Book Review: The Long, Strange History of MDMAby Sean Hocking on 23. september 2023 at 2:34
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
- op-ed: The Social Justice Promise of Psychedelic Decriminalizationby Sean Hocking on 23. september 2023 at 2:27
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
- Wow That Was Quick! Minnesota’s first Office of Cannabis Management director out one day after...by Sean Hocking on 23. september 2023 at 2:04
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
- The Rise of CBD and Grow Shops in Spain: An In-Depth Look with EUROGROW, the Sector Leaderby Sean Hocking on 22. september 2023 at 23:51
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
- Leafly Wins Court Order Allowing Online Marijuana Adsby John Schroyer on 22. september 2023 at 18:54
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.
- Seelos Downgraded After Phase 2 Trial Failureby Adam Jackson on 22. september 2023 at 15:11
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.
- Protected: 2023 Notable Leaders in Cannabis: Luna Stowerby Staff on 22. september 2023 at 14:36
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.
- More New York Cannabis Program Litigation: First Amendment Challenge to Third-Party Website Rulesby Matthew Schwartz on 22. september 2023 at 14:00
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.
- NY Medical Cannabis Operators on Defense After Rules Changeby Debra Borchardt on 22. september 2023 at 12:00
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.
- Pa. lawyer admits being high on cocaine in court, calling it ‘caffeine on steroids’: reportby Sean Hocking on 22. september 2023 at 10:07
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
- Media Article: Cocaine ‘tsunami’ hits container supply chain as industry struggles for answersby Sean Hocking on 22. september 2023 at 10:04
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 has found 3.6 metric tons of cocaine heading to Africaby Sean Hocking on 22. september 2023 at 10:00
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 Government Announced a Start Date for Cannabis Pilot Programby Nicole Potter on 22. september 2023 at 10:00
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.
- Illinois County Forces Dispensaries to Display Warning Labels About ‘Mental Health Dangers’ and...by Benjamin M. Adams on 22. september 2023 at 10:00
“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.
- Bitcoin Mining Farm Discovered During Chile Drug Raidby Patrick Maravelias on 22. september 2023 at 10:00
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.
- Denmark Parliament Inquiry Shows That 320,862 Pounds of Cannabis Have Been Destroyedby Nicole Potter on 22. september 2023 at 10:00
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.
- Lawyer ‘disappointed’ Mexican city councilwoman agreed to plead guilty to drug traffickingby Sean Hocking on 22. september 2023 at 9:59
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
- Green Market Report New York Awards: Best Ancillary Provider (Nonprofit) Hospitality Pathwaysby John Schroyer on 22. september 2023 at 6:11
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.
- Report: High Debt Restricts MSO Equity Optionsby Adam Jackson on 22. september 2023 at 6:04
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: September 21, 2023by Staff on 21. september 2023 at 22:30
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.
- Montana Marijuana Sales Hit New Record in Augustby John Schroyer on 21. september 2023 at 22:08
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.
- Hemp Entrepreneur Named Minnesota Marijuana Czarby John Schroyer on 21. september 2023 at 21:56
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.
- Battenfeld: Shannon O'Brien's surprise suspension creates more turmoil in $3 billion pot industryby The Cannabist Network on 21. september 2023 at 18:56
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.
- Up in smoke: Cannabis Commission to meet without suspended chairwomanby The Cannabist Network on 21. september 2023 at 18:54
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.
- The Cannabist Company Secures $25M in Private Placementby Adam Jackson on 21. september 2023 at 18:17
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.
- Best-rated dispensaries in San Francisco 2022by Dan Mitchell on 21. september 2023 at 17:43
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.
- Cannabis entrepreneur to lead Minnesota’s new marijuana agencyby AggregatedNews on 21. september 2023 at 17:37
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 best-rated weed dispensaries in Tucson for 2023by Cassidy Rush on 21. september 2023 at 16:46
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 Senate Approves Legislation to Allow All Medical Cannabis Growers to Sell Directly to...on 21. september 2023 at 14:46
Pennsylvania’s 2016 medical cannabis law mandates that only five grower/processor licensees can sell their wares to the state’s patient base.
- Thailand to Restrict Cannabis Use, New Prime Minister Says, After Decriminalization Last Yearby AggregatedNews on 21. september 2023 at 14:17
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.
- The best-rated weed dispensaries in Connecticut for 2023by Cassidy Rush on 21. september 2023 at 14:11
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.
- New York Cannabis: A Plea to the Office of Cannabis Managementby Simon Malinowski on 21. september 2023 at 14:00
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.
- The SAFER Banking Act Deep Dive: What’s Next?on 21. september 2023 at 14:00
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.
- UPDATE: US House Democrats Introduce Bill to Federally Legalize Cannabison 21. september 2023 at 13:59
The MORE Act aims to decriminalize and deschedule cannabis, provide expungements, and reinvest in those adversely impacted by the drug war.
- Colorado Cannabis Officials Consider New Hospitality Rulesby AggregatedNews on 21. september 2023 at 13:39
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.
- From SAFE to SAFER, New Banking Bill Stresses Safetyby Tom Hymes on 21. september 2023 at 13:17
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.
- A Prescription for Progress?by Benton Bodamer on 21. september 2023 at 12:14
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.
- Oregon Cannabis PSA: A Little Grace on Retailer Tax Compliance Requirementsby AggregatedNews on 21. september 2023 at 12:08
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.
- Hold Lifted on Cannabis Products With Detected Aspergillus Mold in Oregonon 21. september 2023 at 10:38
Action taken by the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission follows litigation over an Oregon Health Authority rule.
- Athletes Using Cannabis for Recovery, Survey Findsby Thomas Edward on 21. september 2023 at 10:00
For many athletes, recovery time is 4:20. The post Athletes Using Cannabis for Recovery, Survey Finds appeared first on High Times.
- California Gov. Gavin Newsom To Review 17 Cannabis, Psychedelics Billsby Nicole Potter on 21. september 2023 at 10:00
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 Offered as Employee Health Benefit Nationwideby Patrick Maravelias on 21. september 2023 at 10:00
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.
- Method Man’s Small-Batch Cannabis Arrives in New Yorkby Benjamin M. Adams on 21. september 2023 at 10:00
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.
- Thrive Cannabis Marketplace Receives Approval from Clark County, Nev., Zoning Commission for...on 21. september 2023 at 9:47
This marks the company's next step toward opening the first cannabis lounge in Las Vegas.
- Green Thumb Industries Appoints New Board Memberson 21. september 2023 at 9:46
Richard Reisin, former EVP and Director at Carylon Corp., and Hannah (Buchan) Ross, COO at Edie Parker, join the board of directors.
- Cresco Labs Launches FloraCal, and Cresco Live Rosin and Flower in Floridaon 21. september 2023 at 9:12
The company’s branded products will be sold in the state’s Sunnyside dispensaries starting next week.
- The Cannabist Co. Chief Commercial Officer Jesse Channon Talks About the Columbia Care Rebrandon 20. september 2023 at 14:49
Channon shares the inspiration behind the company’s new identity and insight into what it takes to rebrand a multistate cannabis operation.
- Cannabis Regulators Association Calls on Congress to Adjust Hemp Laws in 2023 Farm Billon 20. september 2023 at 14:34
Head regulators from seven states signed a letter asking for U.S. Agriculture Committee leaders to protect consumer safety and public health.
- High Stakes: Rescheduling vs. Descheduling Marijuana – Navigating the New Drug Warby Harrison Wise on 20. september 2023 at 14:20
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)
- Oregon Cannabis PSA: A Little Grace on Retailer Tax Compliance Requirementsby Vince Sliwoski on 20. september 2023 at 14:00
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 is cracking down on illegal weed stores as legal market struggles to take holdby AggregatedNews on 20. september 2023 at 11:42
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 thinks pot is a menace to society. His biggest backer is working to legalize it.by AggregatedNews on 20. september 2023 at 11:19
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.
- Orbiting Space Drug Factory Denied Re-Entry to Earthby Patrick Maravelias on 20. september 2023 at 10:00
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.
- Kentucky Public Hearing Spotlights Testimonies of Ibogaine Patientsby Nicole Potter on 20. september 2023 at 10:00
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.
- SAFE Banking Act’s Revised Title, Text Unveiled Ahead of Committee Markupon 20. september 2023 at 9:18
The eight pages of additional text primarily deal with the bill’s contentious Section 10.
- Opinion: HHS Rescheduling Recommendation is 'About Damn Time'on 20. september 2023 at 8:00
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.
- Large new study supports screening cannabis for heavy metalsby Nate Seltenrich on 19. september 2023 at 22:10
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.
- State Treasurer Suspends Chair of Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commissionon 19. september 2023 at 15:33
Treasurer Deborah Goldberg’s office has not disclosed why CCC Chairwoman Shannon O’Brien was placed on a paid suspension.
- Maryland Regulators to Open First Application Round for Adult-Use Cannabis Business Licenseson 19. september 2023 at 15:25
The first application round, reserved exclusively for social equity applicants, will open Nov. 13.
- New York State Seeks Stay in CAURD Lawsuitby Tom Hymes on 19. september 2023 at 14:00
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.
- UPDATE: SAFE Banking Act on Cusp of Markup, Advancement in Senate Banking Committeeon 19. september 2023 at 13:11
A full committee markup on the legislation is scheduled for Sept. 27.
- Ohio GOP leaders don’t like recreational marijuana. What happens if voters say yes to it?by AggregatedNews on 19. september 2023 at 12:18
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.
- Trulieve Sues Former Employees, Vendors in Arizonaon 19. september 2023 at 11:16
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.
- Columbia Care Unveils New Name, Brand Identity—The Cannabist Companyon 19. september 2023 at 9:13
Cannabist was launched in 2021 as the company’s national retail brand, which now accounts for 36 locations across the country.
- Leafly Budtenders’ Choice 2023: Terms and Conditionsby Leafly Staff on 18. september 2023 at 20:23
You know da rules. It's pretty boilerplate. The post Leafly Budtenders’ Choice 2023: Terms and Conditions appeared first on Leafly.
- What’s good? Leafly Budtenders’ Choice 2023 survey is liveby Leafly Staff on 18. september 2023 at 20:04
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.
- Massachusetts State Lawmakers Release Scathing Critique of MA's Cannabis Control Commissionby Bluntness Editorial on 18. september 2023 at 17:54
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.
- Runtz Strain Review: An Outmatched Behemoth of the Cannabis Worldby Bluntness Editorial on 18. september 2023 at 15:19
Runtz Strain Review. White Runtz, Oreo Runtz, Grape Runtz, Obama Runtz, Rainbow Runtz, and a number of others Runtz.
- From Hope to Despair: New York's Cannabis Industry Facing Death by a Thousand Cutsby Harrison Wise on 18. september 2023 at 14:55
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.
- Inside the Opening of the First Adult-Use Dispensary in Ventura, Calif.on 18. september 2023 at 14:28
Lauren Carpenter, CEO of Embarc, says the business gives her and her team the opportunity to help destigmatize cannabis in the community.
- How Important is the SAFE Banking Act, Anyway?by Vince Sliwoski on 18. september 2023 at 14:00
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.
- Columbia Care Announces Private Placement of US$25 Millionon 18. september 2023 at 12:15
The multistate cannabis operators is executing on the next phase of its balance sheet improvement initiatives.
- Curaleaf Dispensary Workers Strike in Arizona; State Lawmakers Support Themon 18. september 2023 at 10:51
The multistate cannabis operator says it respects its workers’ rights, but a local union claims the company fired an employee for labor peace activity.
- 8 Tips for Protecting Outdoor Cannabis Crops Against Heavy Rain During Harvest Season: UPDATEDon 18. september 2023 at 8:30
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.
- How Endurance Athletes Use CBD To Recover Faster and Train Harderby admin on 17. september 2023 at 3:39
DISCLAIMER: Content in this article is for reference purposes and is not intended to substitute for advice. The products in this article are for novelty use only. What Causes Inflammation for Athletes? Inflammation is an all too common and painful result for endurance athletes. Inflammation causes pain, stiffness, and immobility to send a message for How Endurance Athletes Use CBD To Recover Faster and Train HarderThe post How Endurance Athletes Use CBD To Recover Faster and Train Harder appeared first on Leafbuyer.
- What the Hunter Biden Indictment Means for Cannabis Usersby Griffen Thorne on 15. september 2023 at 14:00
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.
- How to have a Hollyweed weekend on Sunset Blvd.by Leafly Staff on 14. september 2023 at 19:54
Surprise—you totally can. The post How to have a Hollyweed weekend on Sunset Blvd. appeared first on Leafly.
- Storage wares: 15 stash solutions for back-to-campus stonersby Matt Jackson on 14. september 2023 at 17:27
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.
- Minnesota has legal weed thanks to these womenby Lauren Wilson on 14. september 2023 at 15:31
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.
- The Michelin-star weed experience at Sonoma Hills Farmby Alice Reis on 14. september 2023 at 14:48
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 Cannabis: The Retail Dispensary Municipal Noticeby Simon Malinowski on 14. september 2023 at 13:21
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.
- New York Cannabis: Portal for Adult-Use License Applications Opens October 4th!by Simon Malinowski on 13. september 2023 at 14:00
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.
- Is New York’s new ladies’ weed retreat right for me?by Amelia Williams on 13. september 2023 at 13:00
Fuck, yes, absolutely. The post Is New York’s new ladies’ weed retreat right for me? appeared first on Leafly.
- Grapricot Pie Strainby Roach on 13. september 2023 at 5:33
The post Grapricot Pie Strain appeared first on I Love Growing Marijuana WRITTEN BY Roach. Grapricot Pie (aka Grape Apricot Pie) is a fairly newcomer on the cannabis circuit, less than a decade old. Showcasing incredible flavor and welcomed effects, ... Continue Reading The post Grapricot Pie Strain appeared first on I Love Growing Marijuana WRITTEN BY Roach.
- Apples and Bananas strainby Roach on 13. september 2023 at 5:28
The post Apples and Bananas strain appeared first on I Love Growing Marijuana WRITTEN BY Roach. If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, one could only assume that a daily hit of the Apples and Bananas strain is bound ... Continue Reading The post Apples and Bananas strain appeared first on I Love Growing Marijuana WRITTEN BY Roach.
- Union Square Travel Agency: Where Wanderlust Meets the Enchantment of Cannabisby Harrison Wise on 12. september 2023 at 19:47
Innovative Dispensary, Union Square Travel Agency, Combines Education, Design, and Social Impact.
- Banks Get Exposed by New York’s Unlicensed Cannabis Dispensariesby Matthew Schwartz on 12. september 2023 at 14:00
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.
- Hands-on the newest Puffco Peak Pro with 3DXL chamberby Matt Jackson on 12. september 2023 at 13:00
Remastered and ready for Puffcon. The post Hands-on the newest Puffco Peak Pro with 3DXL chamber appeared first on Leafly.
- Zkittlez Strain Review: A Sweet Symphony of Flavor and Relaxationby Bluntness Editorial on 11. september 2023 at 21:55
In this strain review from experts at The Bluntness, we'll explore everything you need to know about the Zkittlez strain, from its genetic origins to its tantalizing taste and therapeutic potential.
- New York Cannabis: The Fall “Schedule”by Simon Malinowski on 11. september 2023 at 14:00
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 Requirementsby admin on 8. september 2023 at 16:24
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 Testingby admin on 8. september 2023 at 16:24
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 Lawby admin on 8. september 2023 at 16:23
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.