Many of my articles discuss the so-called “Civil War” raging in the cannabis industry. I focus on this topic because the stakes are high, and because many do not seem to grasp the reality that hemp derived compounds are here to stay. The outcome of this conflict, which is currently playing out in Congress, state legislatures, and courts across the country, determines the future … [Read more...] about Cannabis “Civil War” Continues As The US Cannabis Counsel Rejects Hemp Applicants To Its Board
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It’s Time To Level The Playing Field Between Marijuana And Hemp Products With A Single Cannabis Retailer License Type (Op-Ed)
In an October 15 Marijuana Moment op-ed, my colleague Michelle Minton argued that states’ regulatory approach to intoxicating cannabinoid products should be similar regardless of whether the source material of those products comes from state-licensed marijuana or federally legal hemp. In an October 27 response, Michael Bronstein of the American Trade Association for Cannabis … [Read more...] about It’s Time To Level The Playing Field Between Marijuana And Hemp Products With A Single Cannabis Retailer License Type (Op-Ed)
Intoxicating hemp products will stay on store shelves in New Jersey, at least for now
Intoxicating hemp products will stay on store shelves in New Jersey, at least temporarily, after hemp product companies won a temporary reprieve from new regulations this week. A court order issued Thursday in a case between six hemp product manufacturers and the New Jersey Attorney General means hemp products like cannabis flower, hemp gummies and THC-containing seltzers can … [Read more...] about Intoxicating hemp products will stay on store shelves in New Jersey, at least for now
Banning Hemp Products Isn’t The Way To Protect Public Health Or Foster Fairness For Marijuana Businesses (Op-Ed)
According to Gallup, marijuana consumption has more than doubled since 2013. Recreational marijuana is now legal in 24 states, medical marijuana is legal in 40 states, legalization is on four state ballots this November, the Biden administration has taken the long overdue step of rescheduling cannabis, and both major party presidential candidates, Vice President Kamala Harris … [Read more...] about Banning Hemp Products Isn’t The Way To Protect Public Health Or Foster Fairness For Marijuana Businesses (Op-Ed)
How Can Cops Tell The Difference Between Marijuana And Hemp? Feds’ New Techniques Simplify The Process
Researchers funded by the federal government have unveiled novel techniques for distinguishing between marijuana and hemp by precisely measuring the THC levels in both flowers and edibles. The National Institute of Justice (NIJ), a branch of the Justice Department, is championing the findings from two research endeavors it sponsored, focusing on refining cannabis lab testing. … [Read more...] about How Can Cops Tell The Difference Between Marijuana And Hemp? Feds’ New Techniques Simplify The Process
DEA looks to reclassify marijuana: What that could mean for Tennessee hemp dispensaries
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is looking to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, changing it from a schedule I drug to a schedule III. But what will that difference mean for state dispensaries and consumers? "We've already set up some regulations on THC. So hopefully, we continue to push those laws a little further," Josh … [Read more...] about DEA looks to reclassify marijuana: What that could mean for Tennessee hemp dispensaries
Hemp Clothing Market to Hit $23B by 2031, Report Predicts
Hemp clothing is making a comeback, marking the hemp textile industry’s latest resurgence in the clothing sector. Researchers say the reasons for the surge include hemp’s notable sustainable and eco-friendly characteristics, and its return on investment. According to a March 26 press release, Allied Market Research, the hemp clothing industry is on a trajectory showing steady … [Read more...] about Hemp Clothing Market to Hit $23B by 2031, Report Predicts
Doctors Join Call To Regulate Intoxicating Hemp Cannabinoids
A professional organization of physicians who support drug policy reform is calling for the regulation of intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids including delta-8 THC, arguing that the safety of products containing the compound is unknown. The recommendation was recently made by Doctors for Drug Policy Reform (D4DPR), a group of healthcare professionals formerly known as … [Read more...] about Doctors Join Call To Regulate Intoxicating Hemp Cannabinoids
Illinois Lawmakers Seek Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products
Illinois lawmakers last week joined representatives of the licensed cannabis industry to call for a ban on intoxicating hemp products including delta-8 THC. Under one proposal, non-intoxicating hemp products would be regulated with rules for licensing hemp businesses and the testing and labeling of hemp products. Synthetically produced hemp products such as delta-8 THC, … [Read more...] about Illinois Lawmakers Seek Ban on Intoxicating Hemp 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
