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Report: Marijuana Industry Stealing Wine’s Labor

Though even the most basic comparison to alcohol makes some purists retch, American marijuana owes much to the country’s beer and wine industries. State lawmakers and regulators are modeling licensing and distribution schemes for commercial-grade marijuana on the alcohol industry; a longtime alcohol-regulation bureaucrat now runs California’s Bureau of Medical Marijuana Regulation; and the sommelier-level […]

NFL Players Union to Propose Easing Penalties for Cannabis

Leaders from the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) are putting together a proposal to amend the league’s drug policies and adopt a “less punitive” approach to dealing with cannabis consumption by players, the Washington Post reported Wednesday. DeMaurice Smith, executive director of the players union, said the proposal will be presented to the union’s board of […]

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Marijuana Legalization Bill up for Consideration in Hawaii

On January 23, several marijuana bills in Hawaii passed their first readings. One of those bills would legalize recreational use. Another bill would allow medical marijuana patients to purchase from collectives that are formed legally in the state. State Senator Russell Ruderman supports legal recreational marijuana for adults ages 21 an over, according to West […]

Bud Rot and Your Marijuana Plants

If all marijuana growers were asked what the bane of their existence was, many (if not most) would answer, “bud rot.” Bud rot can be incredibly devastating to any marijuana crop, due in large part to the fact that it comes after nearly an entire season of growing healthy plants, only to completely ruin the […]

Wine Country Is Feeling the Heat From New Marijuana Industry

The U.S. wine industry is poised for another banner year in 2017. Sales are projected to rise by as much as 6% and the total harvest in California—by far the largest wine-producing state—should climb 7% to nearly 4 million tons crushed. The coveted millennial generation is increasingly paying more attention to wines. Those trends all […]

Hoban Law Group Files Lawsuit Against DEA

The Hoban Law Group filed a petition on behalf of three clients against the DEA in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth District on January 13th, according to a press release. The clients represented by Hoban Law Group in the suit are Hemp Industries Association, RMH Holdings, LLC and Centuria Natural Foods, Inc. […]

Virginia Committee Passes Bill to Stop Driver’s License Suspensions for those Caught Possessing Marijuana

A Virginia legislative committee has given approval to legislation that would revise a law that mandates a person has their driver’s license suspended when caught possessing marijuana. The Committee for the Courts of Justice voted 14 to 1 to pass Senate Bill 1091. The measure would revoke a long-standing law that leads to the immediate […]

Rick Simpson Oil in the Snow

From Tuesday, January 10 – when Flo drove our Prius into our garage – until Wednesday, January 18 – when she drove it out – she and the car where stuck in the house due to the ice and snow that descended upon Portland. There was no way we could risk it. For me, on […]

RSO in the Snow

From Tuesday January 10 when Flo drove our Prius into our garage until Wednesday January 18 when she drove it out, she and the car where stuck in the house due to the ice and snow that descended upon Portland. There was no way we could risk it. For me, on the other hand, with […]

Bringing in an outside lawyer is 'very, very unusual.' But that's what's happening in Maryland over MMJ drama

Published: Jan 25, 2017, 8:27 am • Updated: Mar 1, 2017, 9:48 am By Fenit Nirappil, The Washington Post The Maryland General Assembly has hired outside counsel to aid its ethics investigation of a state lawmaker who championed medical marijuana while having a business relationship with a prospective dispensary, a spokesman for the Senate president […]

Bringing in an outside lawyer is 'very, very unusual.' But that's what's happening in Maryland over MMJ drama

Published: Jan 25, 2017, 8:27 am • Updated: Jan 25, 2017, 8:27 am By Fenit Nirappil, The Washington Post The Maryland General Assembly has hired outside counsel to aid its ethics investigation of a state lawmaker who championed medical marijuana while having a business relationship with a prospective dispensary, a spokesman for the Senate president […]

Bringing in an outside lawyer is 'very, very unusual.' But that's what's happening in Maryland over MMJ drama

NORML Chapters Organize State Lobby Days for Marijuana Law Reforms

by Kevin Mahmalji, NORML Outreach Coordinator January 25, 2017 On the heels of the 2016 election – where four states voted to approve adult-use marijuana initiatives, and four more voted to approve medical marijuana initiatives – NORML Chapters across the country are lobbying their state legislators for additional reforms. In the coming weeks, NORML Chapters […]

Hawaii Dispensaries Can Start Growing Medical Marijuana Soon

Hawaii residents who have been waiting 16 years for a legal place to buy medical marijuana will have to wait at least several more months. But as of next week, their medicine can start growing. The state Department of Health said Tuesday it’s ready to connect its seed-to-sale tracking software with the programs used by the […]

Hawaii Dispensaries Can Start Growing Medical Marijuana Soon

Correction: Hawaii State DID NOT Introduce a Bill to Legalize Genetically Modified Cannabis

Correction: An amendment in section 2 states in part, “provided that medical marijuana dispensary activities pursuant to chapter 329D shall not be considered an eligible business activity for the purposes of this chapter.” Dispensaries can not produce genetically-engineered medical products and be considered an “Eligible business activity”. Senate Bill 780 Introduced by Senators Mike Gabbard, Will Espero, […]

Senate and House Committees Abbreviations

Hawaiʻi State Senate and House Committees for 2017 Click for current listing of all committee testimony email addresses and contact numbers. AEN Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment AGR House Committee on Agriculture CPC House Committee on Consumer Protection & Commerce CPH Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health EDB House Committee on Economic […]

Trump’s AG Nominee Continues to Waffle on Cannabis

During confirmation hearings in the Senate this month, Sen. Jeff Sessions, President Donald Trump’s nominee for US attorney general, left observers guessing as to whether he plans to crack down in states that have legalized cannabis. And if patients and businesses were hoping his written responses to policy questions would provide any added insight, they’re […]

Patriot Care Panned for Felony Stand

When news broke yesterday that Patriot Care, a leading Massachusetts dispensary, was lobbying to exclude anyone with a prior felony drug conviction from the industry, it sparked outrage from legalization advocates around the nation. The company’s move came in a letter sent by Patriot Care CEO Robert Mayerson to the Massachusetts Health Council, a government agency […]

What are THC, CBD, and Other Cannabis-Derived Transdermal Patches?

Transdermal cannabis patches are a unique method of cannabis consumption. You needn’t inhale nor ingest to experience its effects. In fact, you don’t even need to touch a cannabis flower at all. All the work is done by a simple patch adhered to a veinous area of the body, thus allowing the cannabinoids to go […]

How to Stop the Munchies When You’re High

Whether you roll or bowl, many of us look forward to enjoying cannabis regularly. Yet while smoking is known to be a relaxing activity, one side effect can be stressful: getting the munchies. Why Does Cannabis Make You Hungry? Cannabis has been shown to muddle the signals in your brain so you think you’re hungry […]

Illinois Treasurer Asks Trump to Assure Banks on Cannabis

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois treasurer has sent President Donald Trump a letter urging him to give clear guidance to the banking industry about medical marijuana. State Treasurer Michael Frerichs issued a news release Monday saying Trump’s approach will be crucial to the continuing availability of medical marijuana in Illinois. Federal law prohibits banks […]

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Illinois State Treasurer Urges Trump to Let Banks Work with Marijuana Industry

TJ Baker | January 24, 2017 SPRINGFIELD, IL — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs on Monday sent a letter to President Trump asking for “clear guidance” in allowing banks to do business with the marijuana industry. Illinois is one of 28 states that allows medical marijuana under a state-supervised program. Federal law currently prohibits banks from […]

States in Northeast Push Legalization Bills Following Massachusetts, Maine

On Election Day in November, two major states in the Northeast legalized recreational cannabis: Maine and Massachusetts. It seems that a handful of other states in the region are looking to legalize recreational cannabis now that their neighbors have done so. New Hampshire Capitol Photo: Jim Bowen, Flickr In New Hampshire, a bipartisan bill was […]

Decriminalization Bill Introduced in Wyoming

A new bill, HB 157, has been introduced in Wyoming by Rep. Mark Baker (R-Sweetwater) and a bipartisan group of legislators that would eliminate criminal penalties for possession of small amounts of marijuana. This would avoid branding someone with a lifelong criminal record for using a substance that is safer than alcohol. HB 157 would […]

Update: Kentucky Bills Introduced

Sen. Perry Clark has introduced two bills that would overhaul marijuana policies in Kentucky. SB 57 would make medical marijuana legal for seriously ill Kentuckians, and SB 72 would legalize marijuana for adult use and create a regulated and taxed system. SB 57 would protect qualifying patients from arrest and allow them to cultivate marijuana […]

Atlanta Buyers Club: Inside the CBD Underground in the American South

In most medical marijuana states, patients and caregivers can pick up cannabis products at dispensaries. But in CBD-only states, the search for relief leads people to places not often associated with medicine. For example: a gas station parking lot. That’s where Georgia resident Corey Lowe, whose 15-year-old daughter suffers from seizures, says she found herself […]

Marijuana Infused Olive Oil Is on the Rise in California’s Now Legal Market

“Our first try tasted awful,” Yannick Crespo says about his marijuana-infused olive oil Pot d’Huile, which debuts later this month at dispensaries around San Francisco. “The cannabis extract didn’t mix with the oil, and the whole thing smelled like a barnyard—not something you’d want to cook with.” Yeah, we expect medicine to taste bad. So […]

4 Key Developments in the Ever-Changing Cannabis Landscape

In March 2016, New Frontier cited the top 10 cannabis trends to watch in its annual “State of Legal Marijuana Markets” report. The 10 trends were selected in collaboration with leading industry operators, investors and legalization advocates.Let’s revisit those trends to see what has changed since the report’s publication. Given the wide range of important […]

With More Supply Everyday, Marijuana Prices Are Way Down in Colorado

The increasing supply of legal marijuana is turning into a major buzz kill for growers as prices plunge and an opportunity for companies that can help cut production costs. Prices are tumbling as formerly illicit cultivators emerge from the shadows to invest millions of dollars in massive pot factories. In Colorado, the average price sought […]

Why a ganjapreneur dreams of building a 100-story skyscraper to feed city dwellers

Published: Jan 24, 2017, 7:16 am • Updated: Jan 24, 2017, 7:16 am By Jennifer Kaplan, Bloomberg News According to ganjapreneur Rick Byrd, the future of farming is tall, dirtless and local. Byrd’s vision of skyscraper farms to feed city dwellers begins with a much different kind of crop: marijuana. The 45-year-old is chief executive […]

Why a ganjapreneur dreams of building a 100-story skyscraper to feed city dwellers

Making Resin at Home | The Weed Show with Charlo Greene

On today’s episode of The Weed Show with Charlo Greene, we gave our live cyber audience a full course on Dabs 101. Chris from Dabberbox dropped by, ready with enails and presses to provide the full rundown. He walked Charlo and the audience through everything we need to know about dabs: what they are, how to […]

Israel Government to Spend Millions Studying Cannabis

The Israel government has announced that they will be spending millions to study various aspects of cannabis. The studies will be done in collaboration between the Ministry of Health’s medical cannabis unit and the Ministry of Agriculture’s chief scientist unit. According to the Ministries of both agencies, they will be providing ILS 8 million (roughly […]

Smoking Necessities for Every Stoner

Whether your a recreational marijuana novice or veteran, you probably have a small stash of necessities for enjoying a good smoke. Those veterans out there already know the key materials to keep handy to enjoy a relaxing marijuana smoking sessions. But if you’re wonder what the most basic needs for connoisseur’s collection are, here’s a list […]

Several cannabis bills floated, Legal recreation use among considerations

HILO — Hawaii residents eventually may be able to use marijuana recreationally, and patients could be allowed to purchase it from legally formed collectives. Those are among more than a dozen bills being vetted in the state Legislature related to marijuana and marijuana dispensaries. State Sen. Russell Ruderman, D-Puna, is among several lawmakers this year […]

Hawaii Cannabis Legislation – Local News Article Looks Deeper into Introduced Bills

A post in today’s West Hawaii Today newspaper outlines some of the ideas behind recent Cannabis legislation introduced at the State legislature. According to the report, “State Sen. Russell Ruderman, D-Puna, is among several lawmakers this year proposing measures to legalize the drug for residents over age 21. One of Ruderman’s bills would allow counties […]

The 3 Year Learning Curve of Jamie Perino & Euflora

By Rob Meagher Jamie Perino grew up in the red state of Wyoming in a household with conservative family values. After high school, she attended the University of Wyoming and graduated with a degree in psychology and sociology in 1999. After her undergraduate work, she headed south to pursue a graduate degree in Industrial Organizational […]

The Year of Expanding Footprint: The 2017 CBE 200 PPRs

1 LivWell Enlightened Health Private Denver, CO John Lord 500+ 100,000 80,000 25% Producer, Processor 2 Organa Labs Private Denver, CO, AZ, CA, CT, ME, MA, NV, NM, OR, and Jamaica Ralph Morgan, Jeremy Heidl, Chris McElvany, & Chris Driessen 120 NA NA NA Producer, Processor 3 Native Roots Private Denver, CO Peter Knoebel, Josh […]

What’s Behind All the Delays in Newly Legal States?

Five of the eight states that voted to legalize cannabis for medical or adult use in the 2016 election are now facing months of new delays. Most of the slowdowns have been initiated by legislators and state officials, who claim it will take them more time to set up a regulatory system. But a number […]

Green Man Cannabis Recalls Due to Pesticide Residue Detection

Denver-based Green Man Cannabis last week voluntarily recalled batches of cannabis sold to both medical patients and recreational consumers. The recall comes after the discovery of off-label pesticides during inspections in both dry-flower cannabis and infused products. Photo: Sheila Sund, Flickr According to the Denver Department of Environmental Health (DEH), the products have labels that […]

Legalization Under Attack in Massachusetts

On Friday, we received a clear indication of what to expect from the Massachusetts Legislature in the next few months. Politicians introduced a number of bills that would adversely impact the implementation of Question 4 and restrict the new law’s home cultivation and personal possession limits. Legislators have filed bills that would push back sales […]

Cannabis and Epilepsy Treatment

Since medicinal cannabis has become a more commonplace alternative for a well-established list of ailments, patients are finding a place for it next to their Advil and Tums. But unlike many other chronic illnesses that can be managed with over-the-counter supplements, epilepsy requires a specific cocktail of chemicals not readily available at the local corner […]

Deals of the Week for January 23, 2017: Cool Threads, Backpacks, and Soft Cases

Don’t let the weather hold you back! Get out and about this month with these perfect on-the-go accessories. 1. Cannabis-Themed Apparel from Rasta Empire Looking to outfit yourself in some new cannabis-themed threads? RastaEmpire.com is having an enormous clearance sale on a large majority of their apparel. Whether you’re looking for cannabis print socks, hoodies, […]

Pennsylvania Leaders Tackle Banking Issue for Cannabis Industry

PRESS RELEASE Formation of Committee from Politics, Banking, Industry, Lobbying and Law Philadelphia, PA – During the past election cycle, Americans clearly voiced their support for medical cannabis with a bi-partisan yes in 8 out of 9 states with the issue on their ballots. And, lawmakers and regulators are prepared to pass sensible legislation for […]

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Bogus Bongs or Bogus Lawsuits? Pipe Maker Sues Shops Over Fakes

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — In the rarefied world of high-end bong makers, Roor glass water pipes have long been smoked to impress. The German pipe maker’s products are so sought after that some models command prices of $1,000. There’s even a gilded, diamond-studded Roor that goes for nearly $4,000. Both cannabis and the tools used […]

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Haloperidol Versus Ondansetron for Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome (HaVOC)

Verified February 2017 by Queen’s University Sponsor: Information provided by (Responsible Party): Dr. Marco L.A. Sivilotti, Queen’s University ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03056482 First received: January 23, 2017 Last updated: February 14, 2017 Last verified: February 2017 Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) has become a well-documented syndrome since 2004 and is expected to increase in prevalence with continuing […]

The Perfect Storm That Could Cripple the Marijuana Industry Under Trump

By Will Yakowicz for Inc. The marijuana industry is waiting to see how President Donald Trump and his administration will treat the state-regulated marijuana industry. Many entrepreneurs believe he will support states’ rights, but a long-time medical marijuana lobbyist says she is “frightened” for the industry’s future. Steph Sherer, founder and executive director of Americans for Safe Access, a nonprofit that lobbies […]

Roughing it: A company wants to open a marijuana RV park in Oregon

Published: Jan 23, 2017, 7:31 am • Updated: Jan 23, 2017, 7:31 am By The Associated Press MEDFORD, Ore. — An Oregon company wants to build a pot-friendly RV park. A company that supplies warehouse space for marijuana growers is eyeing property near Lake Selmac in Josephine County. One big, happy weed family: Oregon complex […]

Roughing it: A company wants to open a marijuana RV park in Oregon

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Counterfeit bongs hit world of high-end glass pipes, sparking lawsuits

Published: Jan 23, 2017, 6:41 am • Updated: Feb 7, 2017, 3:02 pm By Terry Spencer, The Associated Press FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — In the rarefied world of high-end bong makers, Roor glass water pipes have long been smoked to impress. The status symbols are so sought after that some models command prices of $1,000. […]

Washington Bill Would Alter Marijuana Penalties, Allow Sharing

Legislation to alter the penalties associated with possessing and transferring certain amounts of marijuana has been filed in Washington State. The measure, House Bill 1065, received a public hearing last week in the House Committee on Commerce & Gaming; a majority of those speaking spoke in favor of the measure. Filed by Representative Steve Kirby […]

Canadian Company, Cannabismo, Provides High-Quality Cannabis Products

The marijuana industry has become one of most booming industries in the United States. Opportunities for profit in the cannabusiness have only just started to be realized since the 2014 legalization of recreational cannabis in Colorado and Washington. Canadian marijuana enthusiasts are trying to keep up. More and more states in the U.S. have started […]

Cannabis Industry Mixer Hosted to Benefit Local Portland Nonprofit

This coming Wednesday, Januray 25, The Weed Blog will host an Oregon Cannabis Industry Mixer and Networking Event at the Lagunitas Community Room to benefit Echo Theater Company in Porltand! The event will be held from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and will include a cash bar, finger foods, and messaging from many leading brands in the Oregon cannabis […]

Multiple Bills Filed for Medical Marijuana Legislation in Georgia

With only two weeks in session, lawmakers in Georgia have submitted three different bills on marijuana policy reform. State House Representative Allen Peake has proposed two of these measures, and the third was filled by Senators Watson and Unterman. Each proposed bill tackles medical marijuana from a different perspective. Here is a breakdown of these […]

PathogenDx and Emerald Scientific Announce Distribution Agreement for the PDx-C Test Kits

PRESS RELEASE January, 20 2017 –PathogenDx and Emerald Scientific have announced that the companies have entered a distribution agreement for the PDx-C test kits, the latest technology in microbial testing. Emerald Scientific is the leading provider of supplies and support to cannabis testing labs throughout the United States. The PathogenDx product line enables Emerald Scientific […]

2017 Hawaii Cannabis Legislation Updated – Introduced Bills Measure Tracking Report

Hawaii legislators have stepped up efforts to help patients. We’ve updated the public spreadsheet of Medical Cannabis Bills introduced. http://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pqcchbujQWvm18UqlU0cXJvHAUk2PtkCoYecRMtPF4U/edit?usp=sharing The spreadsheet has been simplified to be easier to read. You can also see a list of “medical marijuana” related bills on the state legislature website.

Joy San Buenaventura Advocates for Medical Cannabis in Hawaii

A recent report in West Hawaii Today newspaper states, “Representative San Buenaventura, an attorney and vice chairwoman of the House Judiciary Committee, is also turning her sights on the state’s new medical marijuana dispensary law in order to smooth out the obstacles slowing down the construction and startups of the dispensaries. She wants to push for marijuana […]

New Strains Alert: Suicide Girl, Citrus Sunshine Haze, Peyton Manning, and More

Today is a historic day. Today is a day that will reverberate throughout the world and in the hearts of cannabis consumers and opponents alike. Today is Friday, and you know what that means, New Strains Alert, baby! This week we are shining a spotlight on our friends at Dinafem Seeds. Critical Plus 2.0 doubles […]

The Top Trending Cannabis Strains of 2016

Every year we like to look back and recognize the rising stars of the cannabis world. Last year, Gorilla Glue #4, Critical Kush, Candyland, and ACDC were among the fastest trending strains according to Leafly user strain reviews, but which strains stood out from the crowd this year? To eliminate outliers that might skew the results, […]

US MD: Maryland General Assembly Ethics Committee Hires Special

URL: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v17/n043/a01.htmlNewshawk: http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/Votes: 0Pubdate: Fri, 20 Jan 2017Source: Baltimore Sun (MD)Copyright: 2017 The Baltimore Sun CompanyContact: Website: http://www.baltimoresun.com/Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/37 MARYLAND GENERAL ASSEMBLY ETHICS COMMITTEE HIRES SPECIAL COUNSEL TO REVIEW MORHAIM’S CANNABIS WORK Del. Dan K. Morhaim, a Baltimore County Democrat, speaks to reporters on the last day of the Maryland General Assembly’s 2016 session. ( […]

US OR: 10,000 People Smoke Cannabis On Inauguration Day In

URL: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v17/n043/a07.htmlNewshawk: Help keep us running! http://drugsense.org/donateVotes: 0Pubdate: Sat, 21 Jan 2017Source: Willamette Week (Portland, OR)Copyright: 2017 Willamette Week NewspaperContact: Website: http://www.wweek.com/Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/499Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/pot.htm (Cannabis) 10,000 PEOPLE SMOKE CANNABIS ON INAUGURATION DAY IN WASHINGTON, D.C. TO PROTEST TRUMP’S PICK OF DRUG WARRIOR JEFF SESSIONS [photo] 10,000 People Smoke Cannabis on Inauguration Day in Washington, D.C. […]

US DC: Outside Lawyer To Review MD Lawmakers Marijuana Business

URL: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v17/n043/a05.htmlNewshawk: http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/Votes: 0Pubdate: Fri, 20 Jan 2017Source: Washington Post (DC)Copyright: 2017 The Washington Post CompanyContact: Website: http://www.washingtonpost.com/Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/491 OUTSIDE LAWYER TO REVIEW MD LAWMAKERS MARIJUANA BUSINESS TIES [photo] Del. Dan K. Morhaim ( D-Baltimore County ) ( Algerina Perna/Baltimore Sun ) The Maryland General Assembly has hired outside counsel to aid its ethics investigation […]

US MA: Mass. Legislation Would Sharply Curb Marijuana Law

URL: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v17/n043/a02.htmlNewshawk: http://drugpolicycentral.com/bot/Votes: 0Pubdate: Fri, 20 Jan 2017Source: Boston Globe (MA)Copyright: 2017 Globe Newspaper CompanyContact: Website: http://bostonglobe.com/Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/52Author: Joshua Miller MASS. LEGISLATION WOULD SHARPLY CURB MARIJUANA LAW Senator Jason M. Lewis proposed legislation that would reduce the amount of marijuana people 21 years and older could possess in their home from 10 ounces to 2 […]

Introduction to Growing Cannabis with Aeroponics

Aeroponics is a method of growing cannabis plants that uses no medium for the roots. It’s a style of hydroponic gardening where the roots are suspended in the air as the nutrients and water are delivered via a system that continually mists the roots. This grow method was first discovered as a way to study […]

Over 100,000 Demand DEA Stop Lying About Medical Marijuana

By Johnny Green for Weed News Over 100,000 people have signed an Americans for Safe Access petition on Change.org demanding that the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) stop disseminating false information about medical cannabis immediately and ensure that all of their future information on medical cannabis treatment reflect medically-accurate, up-to-date facts. View the petition here: http://www.change.org/p/president-obama-make-the-dea-tell-the-truth-about-marijuana […]

Trump, Sessions + the future of the cannabis industry: Q&A with Steph Sherer

By John Schoyer for Marijuana Business Daily Steph Sherer has a good read on the pulse of cannabis politics, having spent years in Washington DC lobbying on behalf of medical marijuana patients and fighting for national MJ reform as executive director of Americans for Safe Access. With Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration on Friday just hours […]

Progress on Pot Policy Could Be Undone by Trump

By Zack Ruskin for SFWeekly “If the hair isn’t standing up on the back of your neck, then you’re not paying attention,” says Steph Sherer, head of Americans for Safe Access. Steph Sherer, founder and executive director of Americans for Safe Access, doesn’t mince words when she’s asked how concerned we should be about the […]

American Band Combines Hash and Vinyl to Cut $7000 ‘Smokeable’ Record

These are glory days for aging hipsters: The availability of both limited-edition vinyl releases and bespoke strains of weed may be greater than ever. Vinyl sales are at a 28-year high in the United States, and cannabis is legally available for medical and/or recreational use in 28 states. Which, perhaps, made inevitable the arrival of the […]

Marijuana insiders: These are the most critical issues facing a maturing industry

Published: Jan 20, 2017, 7:03 am • Updated: Jan 20, 2017, 7:03 am By The Cannabist Staff Things are working up for this to be quite an intriguing year for cannabis enthusiasts. The Cannabist Show’s host, Ricardo Baca, asked his guests, “What’s the one facet of legal marijuana you’d like to see worked out in […]

Marijuana insiders: These are the most critical issues facing a maturing industry

Colorado Department of Human Services Requests a Six Million Dollar Annual Allocation from the Marijuana Tax Cash Fund to Pursue a Public Health Approach to Drug Use and Mental Health

(Denver, Colorado) – The Department of Human Services (DHS) in conjunction with the Governor’s Office, at the request and guidance of Drug Policy Alliance and other advocates such as the Equitas Foundation, submitted a request yesterday to the Colorado General Assembly Joint Budget Committee (JBC) to allocate over $6 million annually from the Marijuana Tax […]

Looking Back: President Obama's Historic Efforts to Roll Back the Drug War and Tackle Mass Incarceration

January 19, 2017– By Tony Newman Tomorrow, Barack Obama’s historic presidency will come to an end. It is hard to believe that he will no longer be our President. I have both smiled and wiped away tears when watching President Obama’s farewell speeches, press conferences and exit interviews. With Obama’s term coming to a close, […]

President Obama Grants Clemency to 330 People in Final Round of Commutations

Today, President Barack Obama commuted the sentences of 330 more people incarcerated in federal prison for drug offenses. This brings the number of prisoners who have been granted clemency under President Obama to 1,715. The commutations and pardons represent the Obama Administration’s push to overhaul the criminal justice system, making it fairer while saving the […]

The HIA Challenges the DEA’s Recent CBD Code

The HIA has filed a petition for a review of the DEA’s recent internal changes which gave a specific code to CBD and CBD-derived products. Back in December we wrote about a statement issued by the DEA that said that under “Final Rule—Establishment of a New Drug Code for Marihuana Extract” that a specific code […]

Legalization’s Impact: Growing Revenue, Narrowing Margins

The legalization of cannabis throughout North America has created many opportunities for companies and investors, but the increase in supply has made the industry less profitable over time. While the cannabis industry is expected to soar to more than $20 billion in just five years, driving significant potential revenue, prices have fallen anywhere from 25% […]

Can Cannabis Chewing Gum Treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

A biotech firm has launched clinical trials in the Netherlands to test whether its CBD chewing gum could help treat irritable bowel syndrome. Researchers will give a group of 40 adult patients CanChew Plus chewing gum, which contains 50 mg of hemp-derived cannabidiol per serving. Subjects will be able to take up to six servings […]

US NY: Editorial: Senseless Limits On Marijuana Research

URL: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v17/n040/a06.htmlNewshawk: JimVotes: 0Pubdate: Tue, 17 Jan 2017Source: New York Times (NY)Copyright: 2017 The New York Times CompanyContact: Website: http://www.nytimes.com/Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/298 US: EDITORIAL: SENSELESS LIMITS ON MARIJUANA RESEARCH Even as more and more states allow their residents to use marijuana, the federal government is continuing to obstruct scientists from studying whether the drug is good […]

US WI: Editorial: Marijuana's Medical Benefits Can't Be Ignored

URL: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v17/n040/a07.htmlNewshawk: Cannabadger.comVotes: 0Pubdate: Thu, 19 Jan 2017Source: Leader-Telegram (Eau Claire, WI)Copyright: 2017 Eau Claire PressContact: Website: http://www.leadertelegram.com/Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/236Author: Liam Marlaire MARIJUANA’S MEDICAL BENEFITS CAN’T BE IGNORED Medical marijuana use should be legal in Wisconsin. Twenty-eight states — Arkansas, Florida, North Dakota and Ohio joined in November — and the District of Columbia allow for […]

S02, Ep. 40: She sells green-certified cannabis; She steeps Tea-HC

Published: Jan 19, 2017, 4:55 pm • Updated: Jan 19, 2017, 4:57 pm By The Cannabist Staff Featured guests: Stillwater brand manager Missy Bradley and L’Eagle co-founder Amy Andrle. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Watch this episode LOTS TO TALK ABOUT • What does green certification mean in the cannabis industry? • Post-harvest […]

Medical marijuana patient numbers up

HILO — The number of Big Island residents registered in Hawaii’s medical marijuana program increased nearly 20 percent in 2016, and by more than 200 people in the last quarter of the year alone. That’s according to recent data from the state Department of Health, which shows 6,386 Hawaii County patients were registered in the […]

9 Things Popcorn Kush May Make You Do, According to Leafly Reviewers

January 19th is National Popcorn Day, a time to celebrate our favorite snack that gets magically transformed from tooth-cracking kernels to light, fluffy pillows of yum. Whether you enjoy it drenched in fake movie theater butter, in Cracker Jack form, or adorned with bold flavors like Sriracha, the versatility of popcorn guarantees it to be […]

What are Popcorn Cannabis Buds?

Popcorn buds, as the name implies, are buds just about or a little smaller than popcorn. These are usually B-grade buds that don’t have the bag appeal of large, lustrous A-grade nugs. One of the nice parts about popcorn buds is their intermediate position between budget cannabis and high-quality bud. The potency of popcorn buds […]

Washington Lawmakers Seek to Ban Bitcoin at Pot Shops

A new bill filed in the Washington State Senate is seeking to prohibit local marijuana businesses from using Bitcoin. Proposed by Senators Steve Conway and Ann Rivers, the bill seeks to prohibit local weed businesses from being allowed to buy or sell goods using Bitcoin’s digital currency. The bill also includes a definition of “virtual […]

Montana Lawmaker Targets Judge Who Issued Cannabis Ruling

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — A Republican Senate leader who says he wants to stop judges from treading on the Legislature’s turf has introduced a measure that would rebuke a Montana judge for changing the effective date of a voter-approved medical marijuana ballot initiative. The bill introduced Wednesday by Senate Majority Leader Fred Thomas, R-Stevensville, is […]

Our Favorite Satirical ‘Onion’ Joe Biden Articles Feature His Love of Cannabis

On the eve of President-elect Trump’s inauguration, we close the door on a historic era of great significance that touched the lives of millions of Americans. I’m talking, of course, about The Onion‘s fantastic, hilarious, and ridiculous series of articles depicting Vice President Joe Biden as a check bouncing, guitar shredding, womanizing, hair metal-loving schemer […]

German Parliament Greenlights Plan for Cannabis Prescriptions

German lawmakers have approved legislation that would allow some patients to get cannabis as a prescription-only medication. The German Parliament’s lower house passed the bill unanimously on Thursday, clearing the way for the law to take effect in March. Health Minister Hermann Groehe has stressed the move does not mean marijuana will be legal for […]

Indiana: American Legion Calls on Lawmakers to Permit Medical Marijuana Access

NORML | January 19, 2017 INDIANAPOLIS, IN — The American Legion of Indiana passed a resolution on Sunday calling on state lawmakers to permit veterans’ access to marijuana as a therapeutic remedy. The resolution acknowledges that legalizing cannabis access will reduce opioid addiction and overdose deaths, and urges members of the Indiana General Assembly to “amend […]

Indiana: American Legion Calls on Lawmakers to Permit Medical Marijuana Access

Tax hike: What it could mean for consumers, industry in Colorado

Published: Jan 19, 2017, 6:21 am • Updated: Jan 19, 2017, 6:23 am By Alicia Wallace, The Cannabist Staff Cannabis consumers could be paying more Colorado marijuana tax come July 1. As with any proposed tax increase, the prospect has been met with some concern amid the news that one of the state’s pot taxes […]

Reclassifying Marijuana Convictions on Your Criminal Record Under California's New Proposition 64

January 18, 2017– By Eunisses Hernandez and Cat Packer On November 8, 2016, Californians took a major step towards ending the war on drugs and repairing some of the damage inflicted on people’s lives by marijuana prohibition, by passing Proposition 64, the Adult Use of Marijuana Act. Although, the most serious marijuana-related crimes such as […]

Big Island medical marijuana patient numbers soar

The number of Big Island residents registered in Hawaii’s medical marijuana program increased nearly 20 percent in 2016 and by more than 200 people in the last quarter of the year alone. That’s according to recent data from the state Department of Health, which shows 6,386 Hawaii County patients were registered in the program at […]

420 Evaluations San Jose: Get a MMJ Card Online Right Now!

You’re a San Jose resident, and even though you’ve wanted a medical marijuana card for a while now, somehow you don’t have one, right? Your friends sure do, maybe even some of your family members. I mean, come on, there’s probably a San Jose 420 Evaluations office right down the street they all got their […]

#Simon2Zion: Black Widow Tackles the Mini Triathlon [Part 4]

With the way my training schedule has been looking lately, you would think I was training for a triathlon and not a 100-mile ultra-marathon. And with the amount of pot I’ve been smoking, you would think I was trying to set a world record for how many consecutive hours out of the day can you be […]

Tips for a Successful Wake and Bake

The “wake and bake” is a daily routine practiced by millions of marijuana smokers. Some people would classify a wake and bake as activity that is done within minutes after opening your eyes in the morning. Then, there are others who say a wake and bake is after you have woken up, maybe after a […]

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