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Wasted: Plastic Packaging, Biomass & Throw-Away Vapes

Project CBD

Excess waste created by the cannabis industry is rooted in the legacy of criminalization that now manifests as unnecessary overregulation. Sustainable, hemp-based packaging solutions could help to mitigate this problem.

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Does consuming cannabis make COVID vaccines less effective?

Cannabis Life Network

COVID vaccines began their roll out with a little rough media coverage, having caused 681 total deaths and 492 cases of COVID-19 in the USA, according to CDC’s Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS.) So, will the COVID vaccines be affected by cannabis use? It is now known that antibiotics can lower the flu vaccine’s […]. The post Does consuming cannabis make COVID vaccines less effective?

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The USPS Bans Shipping Vapes But the Cannabis Industry Isn’t Worried

Veriheal

Transporting cannabis is a tricky business, thanks in large part to the fact that cannabis is still illegal at the federal level. Even when you’re transporting cannabis from a state where it’s legal to another state where it’s legal—for example, driving across the border from California to Oregon—there’s a chance you might run into trouble. Even though cannabis is legal in each state, the border crossing technically falls under federal jurisdiction, and while you’re not exactly likely to be stop

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Alabama: Senate Lawmakers Approve Medical Marijuana Legislation

NORML

The measure, approved by a 21 to 8 vote, would permit patients and caregivers 19 years and older to possess “70 daily dosages of medical cannabis” at a time. The post Alabama: Senate Lawmakers Approve Medical Marijuana Legislation appeared first on NORML.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

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.

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Wasted: Plastic Packaging, Cannabis Biomass & Throw-Away Vapes

Project CBD

Excess waste created by the cannabis industry is rooted in the legacy of criminalization that now manifests as unnecessary overregulation. Sustainable, hemp-based packaging solutions could help to mitigate this problem.

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How to Make Weez-Its, or Weed Cheez-Its

The Cannigma

Everyone has their favorite cracker, snack food, or relative, but there are few who can resist Cheez-Its. These rectangular, baked cheese crackers are savory, perfectly crunchy, and deliver providence on a surface not much larger than a postage stamp. The good folks at Sunshine Biscuits have created a wide variety of Cheez-It flavors from original to cheddar jack, chipotle cheddar, and atomic cheddar.

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AG Nominee: Interfering in States with Legal Marijuana Not a Good Use of Justice Department Resources

NORML

“It does not seem to me useful the use of limited resources that we have to be pursuing prosecutions in states that have legalized and are regulating the use of marijuana, either medically or otherwise.". The post AG Nominee: Interfering in States with Legal Marijuana Not a Good Use of Justice Department Resources appeared first on NORML.

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The Seed Our Future Campaign (UK) … Working Towards Fairer Cannabis Regulation For All

Cannabis Law Report

Last week CLR spoke with Guy Coxall one of the founders of the UK’s “Seed Our Future” campaign who describe… Read More. The post The Seed Our Future Campaign (UK) … Working Towards Fairer Cannabis Regulation For All first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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New Jersey governor signs cannabis legalization into law, finally

Leafly

The final bill locks in legal reforms to make sure young people and people of color aren't targeted by local cops. The post New Jersey governor signs cannabis legalization into law, finally appeared first on Leafly.

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Jamaica’s Ganja Shortage: ‘Cultural Embarrassment’ or Clickbait?

The Cannigma

Could Jamaica, a global mecca of marijuana, a capital of cannabis culture, be running out of weed? Not really. But things did get bad enough that one analyst made headlines around the world by calling the shortage “a cultural embarrassment” earlier this month. Others say the whole affair has been blown out of proportion. M. Omari Jackson, publisher of Ganja Activist, a Jamaica-based outlet covering all things cannabis on the island, told The Cannigma that reports of a cannabis shortage caused by

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New Jersey: Governor Signs Enabling Legislation to Cease Marijuana Possession Arrests, License Retail Sales Into Law

NORML

“Despite nearly seven in ten New Jersey residents voting in favor of legalization on Election Day, it took lawmakers 111 days following that vote to achieve consensus to enact enabling legislation into law.". The post New Jersey: Governor Signs Enabling Legislation to Cease Marijuana Possession Arrests, License Retail Sales Into Law appeared first on NORML.

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Does Growing Cannabis Save Money?

Leafwell

It’s fair to say that cannabis is more accessible and widely accepted today than it ever has been before. The U.S. has an administration in the White House that has been clear about its intentions to widely decriminalize cannabis use and possession, international bodies like the U.N. have opened doors for medical cannabis on a worldwide scale, and it’s never been easier to quickly and easily see a.

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Joe Biden thinks ‘forced rehab’ is positive drug reform. Here’s why he’s wrong

Leafly

A choice between rehab and prison is no choice at all. Biden's 'mandatory rehab' is a bad idea masked as drug reform. The post Joe Biden thinks ‘forced rehab’ is positive drug reform. Here’s why he’s wrong appeared first on Leafly.

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Hedge Fund MMCap Sues For Receivership of Sol Global’s Mega Millions in Verano Stock

Cannabis Law Report

The CEO of Sol Global Investments, Andy Defrancesco and his ex-wife Catherine Defrancesco, have been named as defendants in a… Read More. The post Hedge Fund MMCap Sues For Receivership of Sol Global’s Mega Millions in Verano Stock first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. Cannabis Law News Teri Buhl - Regulated Cannabis & Hemp Industry Investigative Journalism $sol.

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North Dakota: House Lawmakers Approve Measures to Legalize Marijuana Sales, Decriminalize Personal Possession

NORML

House lawmakers approved three pieces of legislation that would legalize adult use marijuana and decriminalize possession of up to one ounce of marijuana. The post North Dakota: House Lawmakers Approve Measures to Legalize Marijuana Sales, Decriminalize Personal Possession appeared first on NORML.

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What Is Beta-Caryophyllene?

The Cannigma

Beta-caryophyllene (b-caryophyllene or BCP) is one of the most abundant terpenes found in cannabis. Often simply referred to as caryophyllene, this naturally occurring terpene is not just present in cannabis — it is quite common among plants, including many fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices. B-caryophyllene is said to have an earthy, spicy, or woody smell, distinct enough that drug-sniffing dogs are trained to detect a version of it when looking for cannabis.

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The best new cannabis strains to grow in 2021

Leafly

More than 60 trending marijuana varieties: auto-flowering, feminized, fresh Cookies, heritage OGs, modern Purps, and old school sativas. The post The best new cannabis strains to grow in 2021 appeared first on Leafly.

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New Mexico cannabis producer seeks $583K tax refund

Cannabis Law Report

The Santa Fe New Mexican reports……A medical cannabis producer has filed a lawsuit attempting to force the Department of Taxation… Read More. The post New Mexico cannabis producer seeks $583K tax refund first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Virginia: Legislature Passes Measure Permitting Dispensing of Herbal Medical Cannabis

NORML

Virginia legislature sends bills to Governor Northam to approve dispensing of herbal medical cannabis. The post Virginia: Legislature Passes Measure Permitting Dispensing of Herbal Medical Cannabis appeared first on NORML.

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CBG is Booming: These Are the Best CBG Oils Around

The Cannigma

We’re long past the point where THC and CBD are known mainly to cannabis users alone. With medical and adult-use dispensaries in dozens of US states, and an ever-growing cornucopia of CBD products available, both of these uber-famous cannabinoids are approaching household name status. The same cannot be said for cannabigerol (CBG) — but that may be changing.

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Is CBG better than CBD and THC for pain, inflammation, and aging?

Leafly

Learn about the unique benefits of rare cannabinoid CBG and find out how you can add it to your wellness routine. The post Is CBG better than CBD and THC for pain, inflammation, and aging? appeared first on Leafly.

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Junior Accountant AYR Northeast New York, NY 10022

Cannabis Law Report

Ayr Wellness Inc. (Ayr) is a leading vertically integrated cannabis multi-state operator – think private-equity meets start-up meets cannabis. As… Read More. The post Junior Accountant AYR Northeast New York, NY 10022 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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South Dakota: House Members Approve Legislation to Delay Implementation of Voter-Approved Medical Cannabis Law

NORML

House Bill 1100, which is backed by Governor Noem and other legislative leaders, pushes back the timeline from this summer until early 2022. The post South Dakota: House Members Approve Legislation to Delay Implementation of Voter-Approved Medical Cannabis Law appeared first on NORML.

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A Study Revealed that 50% of its Asthma Patients Smoke Cannabis

Veriheal

Asthma can cause permanent lung damage due to persistent coughing and wheezing- which is exactly why patients should take preventative measures to minimize coughing and wheezing. A recently published study, which includes a survey, found that a surprising amount of asthma patients smoke cannabis, despite the fact that it may induce coughing. The cannabinoids from cannabis can be beneficial for asthma patients but should be consumed without being smoked. .

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Are all drugs really legal in Washington State? For now, the answer is yes

Leafly

The state Supreme Court just tossed Washington's felony drug possession law. What exactly does that mean? The post Are all drugs really legal in Washington State? For now, the answer is yes appeared first on Leafly.

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Federal Legalization – Straight from the Regulators’ Mouth

Cannabis Law Report

Posted on February 19th, 2021 by Michael McQueeny As many are well-aware, the Cannabis Regulators Association (“CANNRA”) was formed at… Read More. The post Federal Legalization – Straight from the Regulators’ Mouth first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Study: Enactment of Marijuana Legalization Laws Associated with Reductions in Opioid Prescribing Patterns

NORML

“[T]he implementation of medical marijuana laws (MMLs) and recreational marijuana laws (RMLs) reduced morphine milligram equivalents per enrollee by seven percent and 13 percent, respectively.”. The post Study: Enactment of Marijuana Legalization Laws Associated with Reductions in Opioid Prescribing Patterns appeared first on NORML.

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4 different methods to decarboxylate your cannabis

Cannabis Life Network

Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or completely new to cooking with cannabis, there is only one crucial concept you should properly understand—decarboxylation. While it may be daunting for the newcomer, ability to decarboxylate (or “decarb”) your cannabis is the magic behind bringing this culinary consumption method to life. If you’ve ever tried eating whole cannabis […].

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Unboxing the Crafty+ portable vaporizer

Leafly

The Crafty+ is a portable vaporizer optimized for grip and feel, with built-in convection and conduction heating elements for efficient, even vapor delivery. The post Unboxing the Crafty+ portable vaporizer appeared first on Leafly.

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UK: Laughing gas and the Psychoactive Substances Act

Cannabis Law Report

The Head of Legal site reports the following interesting snippet from the UK with regard to the Psychoactive Substances Act… Read More. The post UK: Laughing gas and the Psychoactive Substances Act first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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