Dec. 12 (UPI) -- Recently revised Japanese cannabis and narcotics laws went into effect on Thursday and could land violators in prison for up to seven years. A general concern about rising use of cannabis among Japanese youth spurred the nation's lawmakers to criminalize possession, cultivation or distribution of marijuana and cannabis products that contain the psychoactive … [Read more...] about Under new laws, Japan’s hard stance on cannabis could imprison users for up to 7 years
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Connecticut adult-use cannabis sales rise as prices continue to fall
Get realistic market forecasts, state-by-state insights and benchmarks with the 2024 MJBiz Factbook member program, now with quarterly updates. Make informed decisions. Although the price per gram of cannabis continued to drop in Connecticut, the state’s retailers sold $17.6 million worth of adult-use products in November. That’s the second-best month since the state began … [Read more...] about Connecticut adult-use cannabis sales rise as prices continue to fall
Former Commerce, Baldwin Park officials plead guilty in sprawling cannabis bribery scheme
Two more former Southern California city officials have admitted to participating in a cannabis corruption ring in which bribes were funneled to a Baldwin Park City Council member in exchange for his influence in obtaining marijuana business permits. Former Commerce City Manager Edgar Cisneros and former Baldwin Park City Atty. Robert Tafoya have both copped to their role in … [Read more...] about Former Commerce, Baldwin Park officials plead guilty in sprawling cannabis bribery scheme
Going to Pot: Legalizing Weed Doesn’t Make it Good for You
As “Make America Healthy Again” becomes the latest political catchphrase, it is ironic that one idea garnering support from both the left and right won’t make any of us healthier: legalizing pot. Removing restrictions on marijuana is a rare point of agreement among President-elect Donald Trump, his Health and Human Services nominee Robert Kennedy Jr., outgoing President Joe … [Read more...] about Going to Pot: Legalizing Weed Doesn’t Make it Good for You
Why Don’t Cannabis Companies Do More Holiday Promotions? A Marketing Expert Wants To Know
You watch TV, right? Then you’ve seen those holiday ad campaigns: Etsy’s “Where’s Waldo?” sketch. Starbucks’ “Red Cups.” Target’s “weirdly hot,” Santa-like sales guy, “Kris K.” And more. Hooray for the catchy jingles, the gorgeous product shots, the adorable polar bears and twinkly lights. But where oh where is cannabis? demands Ricardo Baca. “My biggest gripe is that most … [Read more...] about Why Don’t Cannabis Companies Do More Holiday Promotions? A Marketing Expert Wants To Know
Indiana and legal marijuana? All about the money
Bartholomew County’s representation at the Statehouse, all Republicans, are divided as to whether they will support a Republican-backed effort to legalize recreational marijuana in Indiana. But make no mistake about why the GOP is now looking favorably on the issue — it’s really all about the money. Republicans, who have a majority in Indiana government, are having some budget … [Read more...] about Indiana and legal marijuana? All about the money
German customs find marijuana and hash in Christmas presents
A mixture of tobacco and cannabis is prepared for a joint. Marijuana and hashish to the value of more than €500,000 ($530,000) have been found concealed in miniature Christmas trees and toys, German customs officers at Cologne/Bonn airport reported on Saturday. Hannes P Albert/dpa Marijuana and hashish to the value of more than €500,000 ($530,000) have been found concealed in … [Read more...] about German customs find marijuana and hash in Christmas presents
The Weed Industry Isn’t Feeling Too Anxious About Trump 2.0
This year’s presidential election was a historic one for weed, with both major presidential candidates endorsing marijuana legalization for the first time ever. Kamala Harris said that she would legalize adult-use cannabis at the federal level. At the same time, Donald Trump announced that he was backing Florida’s Amendment 3, which would have legalized recreational weed in the … [Read more...] about The Weed Industry Isn’t Feeling Too Anxious About Trump 2.0
Connecticut cannabis sales climb, prices fall in November
The state continues to face competition from neighboring markets in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Connecticut’s adult-use cannabis sales reached $17.6 million in November, the second-highest monthly total since the state’s recreational market launched in January 2023, according to data from the Department of Consumer Protection. Medical marijuana sales totaled $6.7 million … [Read more...] about Connecticut cannabis sales climb, prices fall in November
LeafLink acquisition of Leaf Trade to expand reach in wholesale cannabis
The combined LeafLink and Leaf Trade enterprise is expected to generate an annual gross merchandise volume (GMV) of $9 billion. B2B marketplace LeafLink has made an acquisition, taking in Leaf Trade, a wholesale platform serving multi-state operators (MSOs) and enterprise cannabis companies. New York-based LeafLink was founded in 2016. The companies did not disclose terms of … [Read more...] about LeafLink acquisition of Leaf Trade to expand reach in wholesale cannabis
