Although numerous studies have shown that marijuana use during pregnancy may harm both the fetus and a mom-to-be, almost 6% of women responding to a recent survey said they used weed while pregnant. That's more than one in every 20 pregnancies, noted a team from the University of Georgia (UGA). Many of the women interviewed viewed marijuana as harmless, and it's long been … [Read more...] about About 1 in 20 Women Use Marijuana During Pregnancy
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Cannabis “Civil War” Continues As The US Cannabis Counsel Rejects Hemp Applicants To Its Board
Many of my articles discuss the so-called “Civil War” raging in the cannabis industry. I focus on this topic because the stakes are high, and because many do not seem to grasp the reality that hemp derived compounds are here to stay. The outcome of this conflict, which is currently playing out in Congress, state legislatures, and courts across the country, determines the future … [Read more...] about Cannabis “Civil War” Continues As The US Cannabis Counsel Rejects Hemp Applicants To Its Board
Fresno touts success with new marijuana code enforcement partnership
In its first year of operation, the city’s Cannabis Administrative Prosecutor Program was able to conduct 100 investigations. All 100 investigations resulted in code violations. The Fresno City Council saw a presentation from CAPP, as well as approved matters through the consent agenda like allocating $100,000 toward local LGBTQIA+ groups, and allowing residents the option to … [Read more...] about Fresno touts success with new marijuana code enforcement partnership
The Cannabist Co. Closes Sales of Florida Assets Completing State Exit
The Cannabist Co. Holdings Inc., one of the most experienced cultivators, manufacturers and retailers of cannabis products in the U.S., announced the closing of the sale of its 14 Florida dispensaries and two cultivation and manufacturing facilities in Alachua and Arcadia (the “MINT/SHANGO Transaction”) to MINT Cannabis and SHANGO, two leading, privately-held multistate … [Read more...] about The Cannabist Co. Closes Sales of Florida Assets Completing State Exit
It’s Time To Level The Playing Field Between Marijuana And Hemp Products With A Single Cannabis Retailer License Type (Op-Ed)
In an October 15 Marijuana Moment op-ed, my colleague Michelle Minton argued that states’ regulatory approach to intoxicating cannabinoid products should be similar regardless of whether the source material of those products comes from state-licensed marijuana or federally legal hemp. In an October 27 response, Michael Bronstein of the American Trade Association for Cannabis … [Read more...] about It’s Time To Level The Playing Field Between Marijuana And Hemp Products With A Single Cannabis Retailer License Type (Op-Ed)
Planet 13 Increases Focus on Immersive Entertainment and Lifestyle Branding
Planet 13 Holdings Inc., a leading vertically integrated multistate cannabis company, announced the hiring of Jillian Austin as national head of marketing experiences. Austin brings a wealth of experience as Planet 13 and its new Lifestyles business accelerate growth by becoming a national brand. As director of brand partnerships at AREA15, an immersive entertainment district … [Read more...] about Planet 13 Increases Focus on Immersive Entertainment and Lifestyle Branding
Willie Nelson’s Latest Is a Cannabis Cookbook
Willie Nelson, the ninety-one-year-old singer-songwriter, who has brought comfort and heartbreak and joy to his fans with a hundred and fifty-three albums, thirteen books, and more than a couple of arrests for marijuana possession, will soon publish his first-ever cookbook. The concoctions in “Willie and Annie Nelson’s Cannabis Cookbook: Mouthwatering Recipes and the … [Read more...] about Willie Nelson’s Latest Is a Cannabis Cookbook
High potency and pesticides: Marijuana is being sold over the counter in Florida as hemp
Vape stores and smoke shops around the state are selling illegal marijuanatainted with toxic pesticides, according to the results of testing performed this month by two labs on dozens of joints, vapes and edibles purchased in stores from Tallahassee to Miami and online by the Herald/Times.Many of the tested items, all sold as hemp products, registered with a potency that by … [Read more...] about High potency and pesticides: Marijuana is being sold over the counter in Florida as hemp
Judges can restrict legal marijuana use for people on probation, court rules
LANSING, MI -- Six years ago, Michigan voters legalized recreational marijuana use, but the new law often conflicts with preexisting legislation written when a hardline approach to marijuana prohibition existed. Consequently, Michigan courts are often called upon to sort it out. H/T: www.mlive.com You can view the whole article at this link Judges can restrict legal … [Read more...] about Judges can restrict legal marijuana use for people on probation, court rules
Tulsa Community College Expanding Cannabis Education Courses
Tulsa Community College is expanding its cannabis education programs in response to the growing industry demand, launching five new courses in November to prepare students for careers in healthcare, agriculture, and business sectors. TULSA, Okla. - Tulsa Community College is expanding one of its programs in November to help students find work in the growing cannabis industry. … [Read more...] about Tulsa Community College Expanding Cannabis Education Courses
