ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - The pot of people eligible for Minnesota’s first cannabis license lottery just got a lot smaller. The Brief 1,169 social equity applications for Minnesota's cannabis lottery were rejected, and about 640 will head to the lottery for about 280 licenses. Veterans with rejected applications told FOX 9 the process was unfair and didn't give them a chance … [Read more...] about Weeding out bad actors? Cannabis license lottery entrants chosen
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Trulieve Opening 2 New Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Florida
Trulieve Cannabis Corp., a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the U.S., announced the opening of new medical cannabis dispensaries in Dania Beach and Spring Hill, Fla. Grand opening celebrations will be held at both locations starting at 9 a.m. on Nov. 22, featuring music, specials, discounts, and opportunities to register for upcoming patient education … [Read more...] about Trulieve Opening 2 New Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Florida
Fluresh to close Michigan cannabis grow facility, lay off 46
A largescale marijuana cultivation site is shuttering, unable to survive Michigan’s record-low cannabis prices. Fluresh LLC will close down its $46 million 105,000-square-foot grow facility in Adrian and will be laying off 46 employees at the end of this month. The company, doing business as Tend.Harvest.Cultivate, couldn’t make the economics of the operation work as the … [Read more...] about Fluresh to close Michigan cannabis grow facility, lay off 46
Colorado Springs voters legalize recreational marijuana
Voters in Colorado Springs approved a measure to legalize recreational marijuana sales and rejected a competing measure that would have permanently banned them, according to final unofficial results from the El Paso County Clerk and Recorder's Office. Why it matters: The conservative-leaning city — Colorado's second-largest — has stood firm against recreational cannabis sales … [Read more...] about Colorado Springs voters legalize recreational marijuana
Marijuana Has ‘No Significant Harmful Effects’ On Age-Related Cognitive Decline, Study Shows
A new study of more than 5,000 men whom researchers evaluated over the course of 44 years found “no significant harmful effects of cannabis use on age-related cognitive decline.” In fact, the report says, “Men with a history of cannabis use had less cognitive decline from early adulthood to midlife compared to men without a history of cannabis use.” “Among cannabis users,” the … [Read more...] about Marijuana Has ‘No Significant Harmful Effects’ On Age-Related Cognitive Decline, Study Shows
DC has 2nd-highest weed consumption in the US: study
WASHINGTON - A new study shows Washington, D.C. has the second most weed consumers in the country, outpacing early adopters to recreational marijuana, including Colorado. Data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration shows that 33% of adults in D.C. use marijuana for recreational and medical purposes. Research for the study was conducted by personal … [Read more...] about DC has 2nd-highest weed consumption in the US: study
Cannabis commission OKs first research facility license
The Cannabis Control Commission has approved the state's first cannabis research facility. The agency gave the green light to Curaleaf Processing, Inc., an affiliate of Curaleaf Holdings, Inc (OTCMKTS: CURLF) at a Nov. 14 meeting. The facility would be located at 241 Riverview Ave. in Newton. Curaleaf must still submit a research permit application, laying out specific … [Read more...] about Cannabis commission OKs first research facility license
Potential Threats to the New World of Commercial Cannabis Cultivation
My first experience with a virus- or viroid-infected cannabis plant was in 1996. I was employed as a consultant by one of the largest cannabis caregivers in the U.S. to confirm whether his genetics were infected with a suspected virus or viroid. He was experiencing a dramatic decline in yield, a diminished aroma and flavor, as well as a reduction in potency. At that time there … [Read more...] about Potential Threats to the New World of Commercial Cannabis Cultivation
What Can We Expect From Trump On Cannabis Reform?
Donald J. Trump’s victory in November’s Presidential election coincides with a pivotal moment for the U.S. cannabis reform, as efforts to reschedule the substance could significantly reshape the future of the industry, with him potentially having a say. During his campaign, Trump expressed support for rescheduling cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled … [Read more...] about What Can We Expect From Trump On Cannabis Reform?
Controversial plan allows up to 40 cannabis cafes in major California city
Cannabis cafes are on their way to Sacramento after a contentious Tuesday night City Council meeting where lawmakers narrowly approved a plan that allows smoking lounges. The plan permits the city to have up to 40 cannabis lounges, where patrons can smoke cannabis and eat pre-packaged food. The lounges can only be at existing cannabis dispensaries. The council voted 5-4 in … [Read more...] about Controversial plan allows up to 40 cannabis cafes in major California city
