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CBG! A Compound With Intriguing Medical Potential

Project CBD

Cannabigerol ( CBG ) is a cannabis compound with intriguing medical potential.

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Cannabis Has Unique Benefits For People With Bipolar Disorder, Finds New Research

The Fresh Toast

Cannabis Has Unique Benefits For People With Bipolar Disorder, Finds New Research. Cannabis is a safer, more natural alternative that can help patients with bipolar disorder. The post Cannabis Has Unique Benefits For People With Bipolar Disorder, Finds New Research appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Here Are the Cannabis Wins and Losses From Midterm Elections

Veriheal

With the dust settled and the votes all counted, it’s time to take a look at how cannabis fared in the 2022 midterm elections. The states that had cannabis measures on the ballot included Arkansas, Maryland, Missouri, North Dakota, and South Dakota. In the United States, where cannabis is still illegal under federal law, there are currently 19 states and the District of Columbia that allow the recreational use of marijuana.

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Poll: Nearly Three in Four Likely Voters Support “Ending the Federal Ban” on Marijuana, Other Federal Reforms

NORML

“Voters are consistent in their support for these common-sense federal reforms. Majorities of Democrats, Independents, and Republicans back these changes and federal lawmakers should work in a bipartisan manner to achieve them.”. The post Poll: Nearly Three in Four Likely Voters Support “Ending the Federal Ban” on Marijuana, Other Federal Reforms 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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Washington Cannabis Update: Non-CBD Cannabinoid Additives

Canna Law Blog

The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (“LCB”) has clarified what cannabinoid additives are allowed in Cannabis products in WA. The LCB recently published a notice that it had adopted interpretive statement IS22-01 , “Use of Additives in Authorized Cannabis Products”. The adopted policy statement clarifies that non-cannabidiol (“non-CBD”) cannabinoids may be added to cannabis products in WA if they have been produced by or purchased from an LCB-licensed processor or processor within the

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New York’s illicit weed products are weak and full of toxins, study finds

Leafly

New York's illicit marijuana stores are booming, but a new study finds they're selling weak bud that threatens public health and undermines the actual legal market. The post New York’s illicit weed products are weak and full of toxins, study finds appeared first on Leafly.

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Trying Cannabis For The First Time? How To Choose The Right Product

Cannabis Law Report

If you are thinking about trying cannabis for the first time, congratulations! You are making a wise decision. Cannabis has various physical and mental benefits and can be a great addition to your life. However, before you go out and buy your first product, there are a few things you need to know. This […].

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Is Congress Closer to Reforming the Cannabis Industry’s Access to Financial Services?

Veriheal

Historically, it has been difficult for cannabis-related businesses to access reliable financial services due to its illegal federal status. Many people wonder if Congress has made any progress in passing legislation to remedy this recently. CRO Financial Services: The SAFE Banking Act. The SAFE Banking Act was introduced in 2019 and has passed the House seven times, but it still needs to make it to the Senate floor.

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Patenting Cannabis Genes: Three Ways To Protect New Cultivars

Canna Law Blog

Many cannabis companies spend significant resources developing new cannabis cultivars or refining popular strain genetics. As they do so, more and more are looking for strategies to protect those investments. Plant patents for purportedly novel cannabis plants are increasingly common, but are plant patents really the best way to protect cannabis genes?

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On Giving Tuesday, Pledge to Legalize It

NORML

Giving Tuesday is the largest global giving day of the year and NORML is excited to be a part of this worldwide event! The post On Giving Tuesday, Pledge to Legalize It appeared first on NORML.

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Cannabis Legalization in Ireland?

Cannabis Life Network

Ireland is the latest European country to take a step closer to cannabis legalization. Introduced by a People Before Profit Party member, the bill would legalize cannabis possession for adults over 18. However, the bill doesn’t include cannabis sales or cultivation. It is more decriminalization than the commercialization of the industry. The bill says possessing up to seven grams “shall be lawful,” despite no commercial market.

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Rhode Island’s weed stores open Dec. 1. Here’s how to find them

Leafly

Five adult-use cannabis stores are scheduled to open on Thursday morning. Come join the celebration! The post Rhode Island’s weed stores open Dec. 1. Here’s how to find them appeared first on Leafly.

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The Week in Weed: December 2, 2022

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, we see New York issuing its first cannabis licenses. Ireland considers a bill to decriminalize marijuana use. Connecticut delays its dispensary openings. Rhode Island, on the other hand, plans to begin sales this month. And finally, Thanksgiving weed sales were up this year.

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Legal Medical Marijuana Linked With Less Opioid Use From Cancer Patients

The Fresh Toast

Legal Medical Marijuana Linked With Less Opioid Use From Cancer Patients. Previous studies have found similar connections. The post Legal Medical Marijuana Linked With Less Opioid Use From Cancer Patients appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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3 Signs of Cannabis Stigma in Canada

Cannabis Life Network

It isn’t challenging to find three signs of cannabis stigma in Canada. Canada never legalized cannabis because the war on drugs is immoral or because people have the right to consume a nontoxic plant. Canadian cannabis legalization was and is still about “public health and safety.” But it’s clear from these three signs that cannabis legalization was more about lining the pockets of a few select players and a public sector that lives off the taxpayer. 3rd Cannabis Stigma:

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Fuel up for NYE on Sour Diesel—December’s Leafly HighLight

Leafly

It’s 11:30 p.m. on New Year’s Eve night and you’re not going to make it to see the ball drop, or get a kiss. Sure, you can do a shot and pay for it the next day. But you have a galaxy-level brain that thought ahead and brought a bag of the classic weed strain, […]. The post Fuel up for NYE on Sour Diesel—December’s Leafly HighLight appeared first on Leafly.

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Flowers, Gummies & An IP Lawyer’s Impressions of MJBizCon

The Blunt Truth

Despite legislative uncertainty (e.g., bills that have been passed, multiple times, but not become law), a wide range of brilliant entrepreneurs, industrial companies, investment mavens, and service providers have been consciously and conscientiously advancing the US cannabis industry’s interests. MJBizCon and CannaVest West are proof positive – the breadth, depth, and sophistication of cannabis-related products, services, and innovations on display was truly staggering.

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Pennsylvania To Give $50 A Month For Medical Marijuana Costs To Low-Income Seniors

The Fresh Toast

Pennsylvania To Give $50 A Month For Medical Marijuana Costs To Low-Income Seniors. Prices for medical marijuana in the state have been an issue for a while now. The post Pennsylvania To Give $50 A Month For Medical Marijuana Costs To Low-Income Seniors appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Purple Skunk Automatic Grow Report (Indoor)

Sensi Seeds

Purple Skunk Automatic has an incredible lineage. It is the result of crossing Skunk #1 with Shiva Skunk and Hindu Kush automatic. Each influence has something unique to offer, and growers will see these desired traits quickly. Heavy yielding, strong branches, compact shape, thick trichome coverage, and hues of purple leave many cultivators in admiration.

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Star signs and cannabis strains: December 2022 horoscopes

Leafly

The new year fast approaches, astrology lovers. Here are the best strains for each sign to close out 2022 and get ready for 2023. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: December 2022 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis laws in Liechtenstein

The Cannigma

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal. The cultivation, possession, and sale of cannabis are illegal in Liechtenstein for medical or recreational purposes. The country does allow for the medical use of Sativex and Epidiolex. Possible penalties. Cannabis is illegal in every form in Liechtenstein. Despite being the most popular illicit substance , buying, selling, and consuming cannabis are criminal charges that can include jail time.

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Newly formed global hemp body names Australian on inaugural board

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabiz Australia reports Leading Australian hemp advocate, Charles Kovess, has been appointed secretary of the newly created Federation of International Hemp Organisations (FIHO) as the industry looks to present a unified global voice. Kovess, a lawyer turned motivational speaker and author, is secretary of the Australian Industrial Hemp Alliance (AIHA) and was named in the […].

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The Medical Benefits of Marijuana

The Herb Collective

Marijuana has long been demonized in the media and by law enforcement due to its psychoactive properties. However, there has been an increasing amount of research in recent years that suggests medical marijuana can have a number of positive benefits for patients suffering from various ailments. Let’s take a closer look at some of the potential medical benefits of marijuana.

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How to safely dry and store psychedelic mushrooms

Leafly

Do shrooms go bad? How long can you store shrooms? Leafly experts explain the best ways to store magic mushrooms so you're ready for your next trip. The post How to safely dry and store psychedelic mushrooms appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis laws in Moldova

The Cannigma

Medical: illegal Recreational: decriminalized. While cannabis is not legal for recreational or medical use in Moldova, drug use has been decriminalized. Consuming cannabis is an administrative offense, not a criminal charge. Simple possession of cannabis in small amounts for personal use is punishable by a fine or community service. Possible penalties.

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Michigan: Brian Hanna Named Executive Director Of Cannabis Regulatory Agency

Cannabis Law Report

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Friday that Brian Hanna will move from interim executive director at the Cannabis Regulatory Agency to Executive Director. Hanna spent five years with the CRA as the manager of field operations, inspections, and investigations. He has a law enforcement and military background, having previously worked as a criminal intelligence manager and […].

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Unlocking the Benefits of Cannabis Sativa

The Herb Collective

Cannabis sativa, or hemp, is a multi-purpose plant that is gaining popularity as more people become aware of its potential benefits. From providing a natural alternative to medications to being used as a sustainable resource for clothing and building materials, cannabis sativa has a wide range of uses. Let’s take a look at some of the advantages of this versatile plant.

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Rhode Island’s first legal weed stores open to eager shoppers

Leafly

Five stores opened on Dec. 1, with stocked shelves and eager shoppers. Here's how it happened. The post Rhode Island’s first legal weed stores open to eager shoppers appeared first on Leafly.

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12 Days of Vendors is Here!

Peninsula Alternative Health

We’re very excited to announce that 12 Days of Vendors is back for 2022! ? Join us as we celebrate the Holiday Season with some of our favorite vendors! Be sure to come by and check out the great products they have to offer; swag & gifts to giveaway, education, and more! ?

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Nevada: December 2, 2022 – CCB Issues First Cannabis Consumption Lounge Prospective Licenses

Cannabis Law Report

Press Release (LAS VEGAS, NV) – On November 30, the Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board (CCB) issued 40 cannabis consumption lounge prospective licenses, following its random number selection event. The full list of prospective license holders can be found, here. This was the first licensing round conducted since the CCB began regulating the industry and represents the […].