Pittsburgh Advocates Unite To Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania’s second-largest city, advocates are busy working to legalize adult-use cannabis. Last month, two lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 846 to legalize adult-use cannabis in Pennsylvania. The bill currently waits for review from the Senate Law and Justice...
Josh Kesselman: How RAW Papers Went from Niche Product to Global Phenomenon
Josh Kesselman is the founder and CEO of RAW®, a rolling paper brand that originally launched in 1995 and has since become a favorite of cannabis smokers around the world, from celebrity musicians to everyday tokers. In this interview, Josh discusses how cannabis...
The Wondrous Enhancements Of Marijuana
It’s a familiar feeling for many who use marijuana: once you imbibe and the plant starts working its magic, every action of your day is made exponentially better with every hit. Pick up your perfect strain and savor the wondrous enhancements of marijuana. Food And...
Chronic Pain Patients Report Improvement from Cannabis Oil
Patients with chronic pain and other illnesses who did not respond to conventional treatment reported improvements in pain, anxiety, depression, fatigue and quality of life after being prescribed cannabis oil for three months, according to a large new Australian...What is ‘living soil’ weed and why does it rule?
It’s alive—the soil, that is. Living soil is all the rage in cannabis cultivation. Think it’s just a marketing term? Think again: A new study conducted by Columbia University and a group of cannabis farmers compared indoor, hydroponically grown cannabis versus outdoor...Maryland Cannabis Sales Crack $420 Million For Year; Tax Revenue’s Banking Scrutinized
The state’s licensed dispensaries reported more than $104 million in adult-use cannabis sales in the first two months since the program launched. Ref: https://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/maryland-cannabis-sales-banking-augustMarijuana MSO Cresco Labs launches Spotify ad campaign
Cresco Labs, a Chicago-based marijuana multistate operator, is launching a new advertising campaign on the Spotify audio streaming service. Marijuana MSO Cresco Labs launches Spotify ad campaign is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for...Over-The-Counter Overdoses Largely Affect Women, the Young
The Japan Times reported this week on data published by the National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry, an agency under the national Ministry of Health, that illuminated how excessive “use of such over-the-counter drugs has grown more popular in recent years, with...
4th Annual Black Cannabis Week Amplifies the Black Experience and Fosters Equity in Cannabis
Virtual and In-Person Programs – September 17-24, 2023 – Black Cannabis Week (BCW) returns for the 4th edition of this transformative virtual global event amplifying the Black experience in cannabis, September 17-24, 2023. BCW will culminate with the in-person free...
Barney’s Farm Cannabis Seeds Launch in US
Sponsored With more and more states legalizing cannabis for medical and recreational use, the demand for high-quality seeds is on the rise. European company Barney’s Farm is meeting this need with the launch of their USA website, where consumers can...
Tips To Avoid Marijuana Couch Lock
One of the things we love about marijuana is the fact that there are so many varieties to choose from. If you’re in a legal state, it’s like going to your favorite candy shop when you were a kid. Having the ability to choose from multiple strains means being in...
I Went To The UK’s Biggest Cannabis Convention
Somehow, in an unassuming Warwickshire village, there’s a totally legal three-day camping festival for stoners. When you think of global cannabis hotspots, you might be forgiven for only picturing the canals of Amsterdam, the mountains of Colorado or the beaches...Quest Releases Highest Efficiency Dehumidifier for Smaller Spaces and Projects
The company’s patented M-CoRR Technology now comes in a compact size with the launch of Quest 100. Ref: https://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/quest-100-release-compact-m-corr-technologySomai wins EU-GMP certification for Portugal cannabis facility
Somai Pharmaceuticals said it received European Union-Good Manufacturing Practice (EU-GMP) certification from the Portuguese health authority Infarmed. Somai wins EU-GMP certification for Portugal cannabis facility is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal &...Study: Psilocybin ‘Shows Promise’ As Treatment For Depression
A study by American Medical Association, published late last month, sought to measure the “efficacy and safety of psilocybin in patients with major depressive disorder” and to “evaluate the magnitude, timing, and durability of antidepressant effects and safety of a...
Number of Kansas Farms Licensed Grow Hemp Falls to 41 from Peak of 200+
The number of Kansas farmers licensed to cultivate hemp in the state has fallen from more than 200 in 2019 to just 41 this year, KAKE reports. The reduction in licenses comes as the share of Kansas farms growing the crop for CBD oil production fell to less than 5% –...Insights from the Cannabis Conference 2023
In a city celebrated for its gleaming exteriors and captivating attractions, the span of August 15-17, 2023, ushered in a unique luminescence. The grand ballrooms of the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, often reserved for soirees of opulence, became the gathering point...
Tips To Spot Wellness And CBD Knockoffs
Wellness is one of the trendiest terms these days, right up there with “self-care.” Aside from being an indication that people are taking their mental and physical health more seriously, it’s also a red flag that some businesses are going to try and make money off of...
Eastern Band Of Cherokee Indians May Legalize Recreational Marijuana — A First In North Carolina
On Thursday, tribal citizens will consider legalizing the recreational use of cannabis on the tribe’s reservation in western North Carolina. Members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians will vote Thursday on whether their Tribal Council should legalize the...
The CBD Regulatory Environment in Europe: Part 3
This is Part Three of a four-part series discussing European cannabis regulations. Click here for Part One and here for Part Two. Part Three dives into dosage, approvals and more. Stay tuned for the final Part Four, coming next week. But does CBD harm the liver? Here,...September 2023 Leafly HighLight: First Class Funk strain
Get ready for a high-class flight without ever having to wade through security.High-tolerance lovers of funky flavor and rocketing effects have powered the award-winning weed strain First Class Funk into the top 250 most popular in Leafly’s 6,000-strain database. This...US Congressman Introduces Bill to Withhold Federal Funding from States, Tribes with Adult-Use Cannabis Programs
Rep. Chuck Edwards’ Stop Pot Act would withhold 10% of federal highway funds for governments with laws permitting non-medical cannabis use. Ref: https://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/us-congressman-chuck-edwards-introduces-stop-the-pot-actMarijuana MSOs implore New York gov to let them enter state’s adult-use market
Citing government “ineptitude” and “intransigence” that’s allowed New York’s adult-use marijuana legalization to stagnate, CEOs from four multistate operators asked the governor to allow them to enter the state’s adult-use market “without delay.” Marijuana MSOs...Shooting Sours Copenhagen’s Open Hash Market Haven
Copenhagen, Denmark’s autonomous neighborhood commune of Christiania (or Freetown Christiania) has tolerated soft drug use for decades on Pusher Street, its main market, but a recent shooting might complicate things for its open hash trade. On Sept. 4, the mayor of...
California Campaign Seeks to Legalize Psychedelic Mushrooms
Activists in California are seeking to add a psychedelic mushroom legalization question to 2024 ballots, the San Francisco Standard reports. Ryan Munevar, campaign director for Decriminalize California, told the Standard that the group originally “wanted to go for all...Women of Influence: Laganja Estranja
In The Magazine Laganja Estranja rose to fame as the undeniable breakout star on season six of the Emmy-winning RuPaul’s Drag Race. Published on September 6, 2023 Jay Jackson, who’s also known as Laganja Estranja,...
Why Does Marijuana Have Different Colors
Once you start consuming marijuana, you start to learn that it’s a complex plant, with a lot going on in it. Experienced cannabis users know what they like and know how to get different results with the plant depending on factors like strain, terpenes and simply...
Mounties Considering Change To Cannabis Use Policy For Front-line Officers, Other Members
RCMP looking to boost recruitment numbers by relaxing current restrictions on recreational pot use. The RCMP is looking at easing a policy that requires front-line officers and many other employees to refrain from recreational cannabis use for four weeks before duty....‘Rescheduling is Not Enough,’ And Other Reactions to HHS Recommendation on Cannabis
Cannabis industry responds with cautious optimism to the Department of Health and Human Service’s call to reschedule the plant, noting the significance of the announcement but also the potential limitations of the move. Ref:...Maryland sets social equity eligibility criteria for adult-use cannabis licenses
Maryland regulators released the guidelines for social equity applicant eligibility and information for an online verification portal in preparation for the upcoming adult-use cannabis business licensing application window. Maryland sets social equity eligibility...Mick Jenkins Is Finally Doing Whatever He Wants
For the better part of the last decade, Chicago-bred rapper Mick Jenkins has proved himself to be one of the best pure lyricists in the game. With a vicious pen that’s truly mightier than any sword, a dedicated cult-like following that spans across the globe, respect...
Poll: Majority of Ohioans Back Cannabis Legalization Proposal
A new poll from Fallon Research found a majority of Ohioans support the ballot proposal to legalize cannabis for adult use, with 59% of respondents in favor, 32% opposed, and 9% unsure. The survey found Democrats backed the reforms 68%-24%, along with 62% of...
Breast Implants And Marijuana – The Fresh Toast
Breast implants are still a booming business. As one of the most popular surgeries, over 300,000+ women go under the knife annually. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Americans spent more than $16.5 billion on cosmetic surgery in 2018. In Canada...
Former RB Ricky Williams Pushing For NFL To Offer Players Cannabis For Treatment After Games
Williams was suspended multiple times during his NFL career due to marijuana use. In recent years, the NFL has softened its stance on marijuana usage amongst its players. Back in 2021, the league revised its testing policy where players are now tested at the start of...