‘This is another revolution.’ Farmer Isidro Cisneros with his cannabis produce at one of Mexico’s increasing number of marijuana-related events. The pungent aroma of cannabis and the sound of dub music fill the air at a hacienda as about 150 smokers, users, growers, activists and business people gather for Mexico’s second annual Toquefest. In anticipation of the long-delayed … [Read more...] about ‘This is another revolution’: could legalisation of cannabis transform Mexico’s economy?
Cannabis Workforce Initiative gearing up to educate, train New Yorkers on weed
As the Empire State’s legal adult-use cannabis market starts opening, a group providing training on the marijuana industry is trying to get as many New Yorkers as possible to consider a career in weed. The New York State Cannabis Workforce Initiative – a partly state-funded collaborative effort of the nonprofit Workforce Development Institute and Cornell University’s School of … [Read more...] about Cannabis Workforce Initiative gearing up to educate, train New Yorkers on weed
Officials share best practices for cannabis consumption
GLENVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) — With the new year, recreational marijuana will soon be available across the state. With 900 dispensaries expected to open, there is a concern about the greater acceptance of use in public. Glenville Police Chief Stephen Janik says that some people forget they are actually using a mind-altering substance. “I think what happened is that a lot of people … [Read more...] about Officials share best practices for cannabis consumption
Egypt actor handed suspended jail sentence for cannabis
Popular Egyptian actor Menna Shalabi was found guilty Thursday for cannabis possession and handed a suspended one-year jail sentence and a fine, in a case that drew widespread attention. Shalabi, the first Egyptian to be nominated for an International Emmy Award in 2021 for her role in the miniseries “Every Week Has a Friday”, was arrested in November with cannabis-infused … [Read more...] about Egypt actor handed suspended jail sentence for cannabis
Hybrid Dispensaries Ready for Cannabis Sales in Conn.
In just six days, Affinity Health and Wellness medical marijuana dispensary will become one of nine hybrid cannabis dispensaries in the state, selling products for general adult use. “When the opportunity came up to become a hybrid and do both medical and adult use, it just seemed like a natural transition,” said Ray Pantalena, Affinity’s dispensary manager. Ray Pantalena is a … [Read more...] about Hybrid Dispensaries Ready for Cannabis Sales in Conn.
Everything you need to know about the start of CT’s recreational cannabis sales
BRANFORD, Conn. — In just one week, adults 21 and older will be able to buy cannabis products for recreational use right here in Connecticut. "We’re really excited. Obviously, it’s a big day for the state of Connecticut we’re going to be bringing safe access to cannabis to a whole new customer base while serving the community," said David Bodurtha, commercial general manager … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about the start of CT’s recreational cannabis sales
U.S. Virgin Islands Lawmakers Pass Cannabis Legalization Bill
Lawmakers in the U.S. Virgin Islands last week passed legislation to legalize recreational marijuana, bringing the number of states and territories in the country that have legalized the use of cannabis by adults to 21. The legislation was passed in the U.S. Virgin Islands Senate on December 30 by a veto-proof majority vote of 11-1. Governor Albert Bryan, who has expressed … [Read more...] about U.S. Virgin Islands Lawmakers Pass Cannabis Legalization Bill
Vermont up to 25 recreational marijuana stores in first three months of legal sales
Women, minority execs show few gains in U.S. cannabis industry, according to the latest data from the MJBiz Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Report. Get your copy here. Vermont began recreational marijuana sales only three months ago, and in that time, the number of stores has jumped from a handful to about two dozen – and more are expected to open in the near future. At the … [Read more...] about Vermont up to 25 recreational marijuana stores in first three months of legal sales
Marijuana MSO Trulieve closes commercial loans worth $90.4 million
Florida-based marijuana multistate operator Trulieve Cannabis closed on two commercial loans in December worth gross proceeds of $90.4 million, including a five-year arrangement for $71.5 million and a 10-year loan worth $18.9 million. The larger, five-year loan carries a 7.53% interest rate and is secured against a Florida cultivation and manufacturing facility, according to a … [Read more...] about Marijuana MSO Trulieve closes commercial loans worth $90.4 million
Cannabis operator Flower One Holdings closes Canadian restructuring
Flower One Holdings, the former Canadian parent company of Nevada cannabis company Flower One, closed a restructuring deal and implemented a plan of arrangement under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA). Toronto-based Flower One Holdings said in a news release it would seek restructuring and that it obtained an initial creditor protection order under the CCAA in … [Read more...] about Cannabis operator Flower One Holdings closes Canadian restructuring
