On a former East German military site, where the communist state's National People's Army (NVA) once stored vast amounts of military equipment, tiny cannabis plants now take root. The plants, imported from Austria, could grow over 1 metre tall under the right conditions, explains Christian Tonn, founder of the German Cultivation Association (DAG). After eight to 10 weeks, … [Read more...] about Tanks to plants: Visiting a German military site-turned-cannabis farm
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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
Bloomwell Group Launches Germany’s Largest Medical Cannabis Platform
Frankfurt-based cannabis company Bloomwell Group GmbH announced on Tuesday that is combining its existing brands and operations to form Germany’s largest digital platform for medical cannabis. The new centralized digital platform, which comes as Germany transitions to a post-prohibition cannabis economy, creates a one-stop marketplace for medical marijuana patients, physicians, … [Read more...] about Bloomwell Group Launches Germany’s Largest Medical Cannabis Platform
German Officials Consider Cannabis Ban at Oktoberfest
Weed is finally legal in Germany, but it may still be verboten at one of the country’s signature events. According to Forbes, the “German federal state of Bavaria is considering the possibility of restricting cannabis use at the famous Oktoberfest following the legalization of cannabis for personal use.” “Bavaria government aims to restrict public spaces for consuming cannabis … [Read more...] about German Officials Consider Cannabis Ban at Oktoberfest
Germany’s Marijuana Legalization Law Officially Takes Effect, Allowing Personal Possession And Cultivation For Adults
Germany’s marijuana legalization law officially took effect on Monday, with personal possession and cultivation now permitted for adults. Just days after the cannabis bill was signed into law, the non-commercial legalization provisions are now in force. Social clubs where people will be able to obtain marijuana are due to launch in July. Under the new policy, adults 18 and … [Read more...] about Germany’s Marijuana Legalization Law Officially Takes Effect, Allowing Personal Possession And Cultivation For Adults
Germany Approves Cannabis Reform Plan: Possession Legal April 1
The German government last week adopted a bill to end the prohibition of cannabis for adults that will make possession and home cultivation of weed legal in Europe’s most populous nation as of April 1. The legislation, which also allows for the establishment of cannabis clubs, was given final approval on Friday in the Bundesrat, Germany’s legislative chamber representing the … [Read more...] about Germany Approves Cannabis Reform Plan: Possession Legal April 1
Germans prep for pot legalization
Germany is expected to legalize cannabis by the end of the year, and the only legal way to obtain pot will be to grow it as a member of a nonprofit club. One such club gets ready for their big moment. ADRIAN MA, HOST: The German government has endorsed a law that would legalize recreational cannabis by the end of this year, though with some limitations. The law, which … [Read more...] about Germans prep for pot legalization
German ‘cannabis clubs’ on high as legalisation looms
Hanover's cannabis club started as a fringe outfit of nine members campaigning for the right to legally light up joints. Now the group, and others like it, are flourishing and mainstream as Germany gears up to legalise marijuana. This month the government approved a draft law legalising the purchase and possession of cannabis for recreational use, despite fierce criticism. At … [Read more...] about German ‘cannabis clubs’ on high as legalisation looms
Cannabis News Headlines From Around The World
News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. August 17, 2023: Here are the cannabis headlines making marijuana news globally and in the Caribbean and Latin America this week in less than 60 seconds: Germany’s cabinet voted through plans Wednesday to legalize possession of cannabis as well as community cultivation clubs to serve local communities. Health Minister Karl Lauterbach said the … [Read more...] about Cannabis News Headlines From Around The World
German cabinet approves plans to legalise cannabis for recreational use
The legislation would allow adults to possess up to 25 grams (0.9 ounces) of cannabis and grow up to three plants for personal use. People would also be allowed to join non-profit "cannabis clubs" of up to 500 members where the drug can be legally cultivated and purchased. The bill still needs to be approved by lawmakers in the German parliament, who return from their summer … [Read more...] about German cabinet approves plans to legalise cannabis for recreational use
