NEW HAVEN — A cannabis retailer planning to open on a relatively isolated, industrially zoned stretch of East Street will be able to do so despite the fact that part of its building — including the foundation and where the electrical panels will be — are below the base flood elevation.The City Plan Commission unanimously approved a flood damage prevention ordinance variance … [Read more...] about New Haven unanimously approves East Street cannabis despite flood zone
Connecticut
These CT universities are preparing students for jobs in the evolving cannabis industry
Before working as a scientist at the Massachusetts-based cannabis testing lab, SafeTiva Labs, Sands got master’s degree in plant science at the University of Connecticut — studying the genetic regulation of cannabis plants. “(Employers asked) ‘Do you have science experience?’ Not ‘Do you have cannabis experience.’ But they were like, ‘Oh, someone that has … [Read more...] about These CT universities are preparing students for jobs in the evolving cannabis industry
They once had a secret handshake. Now these Connecticut men have a cannabis production facility
Faye was the operating partner at Lenny & Joe’s Fish Tale, a well-known New Haven restaurant that fell victim to the pandemic. His business partner in that venture was Linares’ father. “I used to babysit him,” Faye said of Linares. “I used to call him my best friend and we had a secret handshake,” Linares said. Both Faye and Linares — a former … [Read more...] about They once had a secret handshake. Now these Connecticut men have a cannabis production facility
March Marks New High for Cannabis Sales in Michigan
The newest set of data released by the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) shows that the state has once again set a new record for adult-use cannabis sales. According to the CRA, the state collected $286.8 million in adult-use cannabis sales in March, which made up for 99% of all sales. In terms of product popularity, flower still reigns supreme with $131.4 million in … [Read more...] about March Marks New High for Cannabis Sales in Michigan
The Facade of Social Equity
The air was thick with the acrid scent of burning dreams. Welcome to the Green Rush—a twisted carnival where the American Dream collided head-on with the Devil’s Lettuce. In this sordid tale, we delve into the dark underbelly of marijuana social equity programs, where the scent of betrayal hangs heavier than a bong hit on 4/20. I. The Illusion of Equality: A Contact … [Read more...] about The Facade of Social Equity
4/20 and 4:20 are coming!
4/20 IS COMING!
Two cases argue that CT’s legal cannabis is unconstitutional
Two court cases, one criminal and one civil, are challenging Connecticut’s legal cannabis program on Constitutional grounds. At the heart of both arguments is the so-called supremacy doctrine, which stipulates that when state and federal laws are in conflict, federal law takes precedence. “The Constitution and laws passed by Congress and treaties are the law of the land and … [Read more...] about Two cases argue that CT’s legal cannabis is unconstitutional
Two CT vape shop employees arrested after police seize marijuana, several hundred illegal THC products
Two vape shop employees were arrested and charged after police reportedly seized seven pounds of marijuana, illegal THC products and over $1,000 in cash during a search in Norwalk, police said.On Thursday, the Norwalk Police Department‘s Special Services Division, along with the Connecticut State Department of Consumer Protection’s Drug Control Division, executed a search and … [Read more...] about Two CT vape shop employees arrested after police seize marijuana, several hundred illegal THC products
Opinion: Why Connecticut should grow more fiber hemp
In Connecticut, hemp cultivation became legal for licensed growers in May 2019. There was huge interest in this crop, especially, Cannabidiols (CBD) hemp in the first couple of years.CBD is a non-psychoactive compound that is used for health benefits such as reducing anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, and addiction. However, the number of hemp licensees and acres significantly … [Read more...] about Opinion: Why Connecticut should grow more fiber hemp