Argentina's government plans to revoke all permits for marijuana cultivation for medicinal use, Security Minister Patricia Bullrich announced in an interview on Thursday. "Some believe it does no harm, but it has become a very dangerous drug. THC—the substance that changes your neurology—in Argentina is 18%, while the one legalized in Uruguay is accepted up to 2%. It is like a … [Read more...] about Argentina To Revoke All Medical Marijuana Cultivation Permits
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Moorhead shop owners say tribe-owned cannabis dispensary could put them out of business
MOORHEAD — The owners of two Moorhead shops say that if the White Earth Nation opens a recreational cannabis dispensary here in March, the tribe’s competitive advantages could put them out of business. Steven Rosenfeldt, who started Ediblez OTC two years ago, says his shop at 2223 U.S. Highway 10 won’t survive long once a tribal-owned dispensary opens in the former JL Beers … [Read more...] about Moorhead shop owners say tribe-owned cannabis dispensary could put them out of business
Russia detains US traveler with cannabis-laced gummies
Russia has detained a US citizen for allegedly carrying food substances laced with cannabis derivatives in his luggage. What do we know so far? Local state-run news agencies TASS and Interfax reported the 28-year-old man was detained at Moscow's Vnukovo airport after arriving from Istanbul last Friday. "While passing customs, one of his suitcases drew the attention of a … [Read more...] about Russia detains US traveler with cannabis-laced gummies
Where Does It Stand With Marijuana And Gun Ownership
Gun ownership is a popular topic in the US, but is there finally going to be movement about marijuana and gun ownership? Marijuana and gun ownership is slowly winding its way through the courts. Cannabis is a hot topic at the state and business level. Liquor companies, governors, and thousands of small businesses are holding there breath to see what the new administration is … [Read more...] about Where Does It Stand With Marijuana And Gun Ownership
Bills to legalize retail marijuana pass both Virginia House and Senate again
ROANOKE, Va. – For the second consecutive year, bills aimed at legalizing cannabis retail sales have passed through both the Virginia House and Senate. Past story: Bill to legalize retail marijuana sales advancing through General Assembly JM Pedini, executive director of Virginia NORML, says that legalizing cannabis sales would take marijuana off the streets and place it in a … [Read more...] about Bills to legalize retail marijuana pass both Virginia House and Senate again
Study: Cannabis More Effective Than Prescribed Analgesics for Patients With Chronic Pain
Pittsburgh, PA: Chronic pain patients are more likely to respond favorably to cannabis than they are to prescription analgesics, according to data published in the journal Pain. Researchers affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh assessed outcomes in 440 pain patients certified to consume medical cannabis products and 8,114 pain patients prescribed traditional … [Read more...] about Study: Cannabis More Effective Than Prescribed Analgesics for Patients With Chronic Pain
AYR Wellness Board Member Resigns
AYR Wellness Inc., a leading vertically integrated multistate cannabis operator, announced the resignation of Jared Cohen from its board of directors and transition to board observer. “I thank AYR’s board for approving my transition to board observer as I take on new professional obligations unrelated to AYR Wellness and outside of the cannabis industry,” Cohen said. “I am … [Read more...] about AYR Wellness Board Member Resigns
Indoor Marijuana Ops Are Consuming a Staggering Amount of Energy
More than a decade after Colorado became the first U.S. state to legalize recreational marijuana, nearly half (24) of states now have legal recreational weed, and 39 allow medical marijuana use. The country is awash in cannabis. A staggering 79% of Americans live in a county with at least one dispensary. In 2025, the domestic cannabis industry is expected to reach nearly $45 … [Read more...] about Indoor Marijuana Ops Are Consuming a Staggering Amount of Energy
THC consumables face ban just as new poll finds most Texans favor marijuana legalization
A new survey from the University of Houston's Hobby School of Public Affairs studied Texans' opinions on public policy, including marijuana, and recently released its results. Meanwhile, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has said that one of his legislative priorities is to ban all consumable THC products in the state during the upcoming Texas legislative session. TPR’s Jerry Clayton … [Read more...] about THC consumables face ban just as new poll finds most Texans favor marijuana legalization
House reverses course on pot legalization bill
The Hawaiʻi State House of Representatives has returned to committee a bill aimed at legalizing recreational marijuana for adults aged 21 and older, a move likely to kill the measure this session in the House, disappointing advocates and sparking ongoing debate. However, companion Senate Bill 1613 remains alive and is headed for a public hearing this week before two Senate … [Read more...] about House reverses course on pot legalization bill
