Views: 2 This was seeming more and more likely as the weeks into the new year continued. After Village Farms International and Hemp for Victory had asked for the DEA to be removed from the proponent side of the hearings after showing clear bias for the other side, the judge has granted a request for […]
Views: 5 On Wednesday, a groundbreaking California law permitting cannabis cafes officially took effect, allowing local governments to authorize Amsterdam-style lounges where marijuana consumption can be paired with non-cannabis food, non-alcoholic beverages, and live entertainment. The law, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom in September, marks a significant step in expanding cannabis business opportunities across the […]
Views: 4 Looks like Doordash is seeing some potential in the weed market. On Thursday, Doordash announced it would start delivering CBD and THC products to your doorstep including gummies, beverages, chocolates, mints, and even honey sticks. “With the growing demand for hemp-derived THC and CBD products, we’re excited to expand access to a wide […]
Views: 4 A cannabis company set to be a part of the hearings later this month to support the rescheduling of marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III has accused the DEA of using debunked studies and ignoring the public comment phase and is asking they be removed from the hearings. This is a stunning […]
Views: 4 New York State’s cannabis industry has reached a significant milestone, exceeding $1 billion in retail sales, Governor Kathy Hochul announced last week. The achievement reflects the state’s efforts to build a robust and equitable legal cannabis market, which has emerged as a national leader in innovation and inclusivity. “This milestone is a testament […]
Views: 4 The most persistent and grave negative side effect of smoking marijuana has been its link to psychosis for some young users. However, the link has continued to be very vague and varies wildly between studies. Because of this, lots and lots of studies continue to come out, hoping to bridge the gap more […]
Views: 4 For the first time, young women in the United States are consuming cannabis more than their male counterparts, marking a historic shift in the $30 billion industry. This demographic change is prompting companies to reimagine their offerings and invest heavily in products tailored to female consumers. Major cannabis retailers have reported prioritizing shelf […]
Views: 5 We’ve come a long way from the scandal a few years ago in which Sha’Carri Richardson was suspended from competing in the Olympics due to a positive marijuana test. At least, when you look at all of sports leagues as a whole. For one, the NFL continues to reduce penalties for marijuana use, […]
Views: 4 Things are so bad, Weedmaps is looking to go private. Since the beginning of the year, the Pure US Cannabis ETF is down 48%, TerrAscend is down 62%, and Canopy Growth down 45%. Those trading in weed stocks have gotten very good at being patient while waiting for the promised weed renaissance. However, […]
Views: 4 New research that was just published in the Social Science Research Network found a “consistent” correlation with legalization and a reduction of fatal overdoses. The effects were greatest in states that had legalized earliest. “Our findings suggest that broadening recreational marijuana access could help address the opioid epidemic. Previous research largely indicates that […]
