Leafly
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
Updated news on candidates and marijuana legalization efforts in your state and around the nation. The post Election 2020: All you need to know about cannabis legalization on the ballot appeared first on Leafly.
Otherside Farms
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
By the year 2022, experts estimate that marijuana retail sales will reach $7.3 billion. A big portion of these sales will be the result of folks buying medical marijuana products. Attitudes toward medical marijuana have changed a lot over the years, and many people have experienced significant relief from their symptoms. Some people are still on the fence about consuming it, though.
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Project CBD
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
The impressive medical properties of cannabis have been a major factor in the push to legalize cannabis. But the importance of social justice, beyond medical access, can’t be overstated.
NORML
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Members of the Vermont House of Representatives gave initial approval today to legislation, Senate Bill 54 , regulating the commercial production and retail sale of marijuana to adults. Representatives decided 90 to 54 in favor of an amended version of the measure. A final vote is anticipated on Thursday. A super-majority of Senators voted last year in favor of the bill.
Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken
The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.
The Blunt Truth
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
As the legal cannabis industry has expanded across the US over the past decade, green is the most prominent color seen in this space. In addition to the color of the flower, sales are projected to reach up to $30.4 billion in the US by 2023, States have generated as much as $369 million in cannabis tax revenues in a single year, and legal cannabis is said to support over 240,000 American jobs.
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Project CBD
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
Why does eating a raw cannabis bud not get you high but eating a THC edible does? It has to do with a process called decarboxlaytion.
NORML
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
Trauma patients administered oral THC consume fewer opioids than do similarly matched controls, according to clinical trial data published in the journal Trauma Surgery & Acute Care. Investigators affiliated with the Saint Anthony Hospital and Medical Campus in Colorado assessed the impact of the off-label use of dronabinol (FDA-approved synthetic oral THC) on opioid consumption patterns in trauma patients with acute pain.
Canna Law Blog
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
According to Hemp Industry Daily reporter Laura Drotleff , it an eventful week for hemp regulation at the National Association of State Department of Agriculture (NASDA) meeting in Arlington, Virginia. Drotleff reported on two major developments at NADSA. These developments came from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), respectively, which are the primary regulators of hemp and its derivative products.
Canna Law Blog
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
Psilocybin has been in the news with increasing frequency as research into psychedelic therapy has proliferated, and a number of local jurisdictions, including the cities of Oakland, Denver , and Santa Cruz have decriminalized psilocybin to varying degrees. Much like cannabis, public perception of certain psychedelics like psilocybin is shifting rapidly, as people really the incredible potential for therapeutic benefits of entheogenic plants.
The Joint Blog
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
In a new TV ad which is airing throughout South Carolina – the next state to vote in the Democratic primary – Senator and presidential candidate Bernie Sanders is touting his plan to fully legalize marijuana throughout the country, in addition to expunging past marijuana convictions. The appearence of the new ad was reported on by Marijuana Moment.
Canna Law Blog
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
On February 20, 2020, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) released its proposed regulations for the Cannabis Appellations Program, something that many cultivators have been anticipating since the inception of the Medicinal and Adult Use Regulation and Safety Act (MAUCRSA). We’ve written about appellations and their applicability to cannabis before, but a quick refresher is warranted.
The Joint Blog
FEBRUARY 23, 2020
It comes as no surprise that more and more states are legalizing cannabis regulation and use. After all, not only do hemp-based products like CBD oil yield a staggering number of medical advantages. But they don’t possess the same side-effects that many types of medication or treatments do. In spite of all the research and studies that shed light on its benefits and debunk the negative misconceptions about marijuana, however, it still holds an undeserved stigma that many still believe.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
Leafly's comprehensive guide to marijuana testing regulations in all 50 states. The post Cannabis testing regulations: A state-by-state guide appeared first on Leafly.
The Joint Blog
FEBRUARY 22, 2020
The daily use of CBD (cannabidiol) capsules is associated with improvements in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and substance abuse disorder in adolescents. This is according to a study published in the journal Neuropsychiatrie and titled Cannabidiol treatment in an adolescent with multiple substance abuse, social anxiety and depression. For the study researchers examined the effects of CBD treatment in an adolescent male with depression, social phobia, and multiple substance use disorde
Leafly
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
Nearly 60% of US doctors feel negatively about cannabis, a huge roadblock for access to medical marijuana. Read on to find out why. The post Why won’t your doctor prescribe you cannabis? appeared first on Leafly.
Project CBD
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
Like a one-stop shop for your healthcare needs, cannabis’ diverse array of therapeutic actions can benefit almost every physiological process. Project CBD has pulled together detailed instructions for creating a do-it-yourself Cannabis Home Medicine Kit which includes recipes for several tinctures, salve, and a cream.
Americans for Safe Access
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
The signing of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (the 2018 Farm Bill) into law resulted in the descheduling of hemp and opened the door to the wide scale production of the crop. It also tasked the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) with establishing rules and regulations around hemp cultivation, including adherence to the legal limit of 0.3% THC by dry weight.
NORML
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
The complete agenda for the 2020 NORML Aspen Legal Seminar, May 28-30, is now available. This year’s highlights include The Challenges of Getting Discovery from a Federal Drug Task Force , Fighting Against Job Discrimination for State Authorized Marijuana Use , Cannabis and Intellectual Property Law Update for 2020 , What Every Non-Family Lawyer Must Know About Cannabis and Child Custody , and The Challenges of Representing a Defendant in a High-Profile Case.
Cannabis Cheri
FEBRUARY 22, 2020
You might have heard the latest health and beauty buzz about how CBD and THC from marijuana are infusing all kinds of skincare products. Ordinary folks along with high profile celebrities are singing the praises of slathering marijuana on their faces and all over their bodies, of soaking in it, bathing with it, and even bringing it into the bedroom to enhance intimate moments.
Project CBD
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
According to Dr. Joseph Maroon , a professor at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, CBD ’s anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties can help with pain conditions that might otherwise be treated with OTC drugs.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
Colorado police arrested a man based on the "in plain smell" doctrine, but could they really smell weed in the car? The post Can police really smell cannabis in your car? appeared first on Leafly.
NORML
FEBRUARY 23, 2020
Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! This week, members of the Morgantown, West Virginia city council approved an ordinance to allow police to issue $15 fines to those caught with up to 15 grams of marijuana instead of making an arrest. Following are the bills that we’ve tracked this week and as always, check NORML’s Action Center for legislation pending in your state.
Cannabis Cheri
FEBRUARY 22, 2020
You might have heard the latest health and beauty buzz about how CBD and THC from marijuana are infusing all kinds of skincare products. Ordinary folks along with high profile celebrities are singing the praises of slathering marijuana on their faces and all over their bodies, of soaking in it, bathing with it, and even bringing it into the bedroom to enhance intimate moments.
Project CBD
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
A flawed study by Harvard scientists claims that marijuana smokers get into more car accidents even when they’re not high. Stoned driving should be considered when assessing the public health impact of cannabis, but not disproportionate to the established harm.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
The key to cloning cannabis is to start with the right mother plant. Learn about mother plants and how to pick the best one for high-quality clones. The post What is a cannabis mother plant? appeared first on Leafly.
NORML
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
Patients purchased an estimated $112 million worth of medical cannabis-related products in 2019, according to newly released Maine tax data. The annual revenues related to medical cannabis now total more than the total revenues generated by the sales of blueberries, maple syrup, apples, herring, and oysters combined. Only the state’s lobster industry and potato industry bring in more annual revenue.
Cannabis Cheri
FEBRUARY 22, 2020
You might have heard the latest health and beauty buzz about how CBD and THC from marijuana are infusing all kinds of skincare products. Ordinary folks along with high profile celebrities are singing the praises of slathering marijuana on their faces and all over their bodies, of soaking in it, bathing with it, and even bringing it into the bedroom to enhance intimate moments.
Project CBD
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
Expert cannabis botanist and breeder Ryan Lee talks to Project CBD about the history of breeding cannabis, the discovery of CBD , and how to interpret lab data.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
Check out our cloning guide to learn how to clone a cannabis plant and also the benefits of cloning vs. growing from seed. The post How to clone a cannabis plant appeared first on Leafly.
Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
Cannabis gets a bad rap for making people feel tired and hungry. This might sound like a dream to people suffering from poor appetite or insomnia. For everyone else, it sounds more like a nightmare. The reality is that many of the rumors and misconceptions that continue to circulate about marijuana stem from a few peoples’ bad experiences and simple misinformation.
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