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US: New Attorney General Could Mean No More Smoke Sessions
While many are still reeling from election night’s results, some of that dizzying effect may owe itself to new marijuana laws in eight states. Only one state didn’t pass its marijuana ballot measure, and we all already know who it is. Prop 205 failed by a relatively narrow margin—2.65 percent or 67,021 votes—compared to Clinton’s […]
WA: Anacortes Bans Medical Marijuana Cooperatives
Anacortes – The City Council voted 4-2 Monday to permanently ban medical marijuana cooperatives within city limits. A cooperative consists of four registered medical marijuana patients growing up to 60 plants in one residence for personal use. The ban was put in place because growing that many plants in a single home could cause problems […]
FL: Surterra, Trulieve Vie For Statewide Marijuana Market
For a few days after voters approved Amendment 2, a leafy marijuana sign adorned the sign post outside the red-brick building where the old Plantation Club used to be at 1639 Village Square Blvd. in Killearn. The sign has since been taken down. And there are no clues as to what goes on inside. The […]
Medical Marijuana, Hemp Businesses Expand In Vermont
Over the past two years a number of new marijuana-related businesses have registered in Vermont.The companies have formed in anticipation of pot legalization. Pot advocates are once again bullish about the prospects for a new law creating a regulated marijuana industry for adult consumption, despite mixed signals from Republican Gov.-elect Phil Scott and uncertainty at […]
FL: If You’re Eligible For Medical Pot, How Easy Will It Be To Get?
When Irvin Rosenfeld runs low on his monthly allotment of federal government marijuana, the Lauderhill stock broker drives south for about an hour to Miami’s health district, the only location where he can legally pick up a circular tin packed with 300 joints. It’s inconvenient: The pot he smokes every day to fight and treat […]
IL: Normal Marijuana Dispensary Now Open
Normal – Residents in Central Illinois now have local access to medical marijuana. “Our Normal location is open now Tuesday to Sunday,” said Trent Woloveck, vice president of national finance for the Denver, Colo.-based marijuana company, The Green Solution, which owns and operates the dispensary at 501 Northtown Road in Normal. TGS Illinois Inc., a […]
New Report Highlights Growing UK Support for Medical Cannabis
LONDON — The United Kingdom, long home to anti-drug crusaders, is turning a corner on cannabis. Politicians and members of the public increasingly agree on the need to allow and smartly regulate medical cannabis, creating potential not only for reform but for the launch of a legal marketplace. This week, the London-based free market-oriented think […]
4 States That Could Legalize Recreational Marijuana Next
You will find more statistics at Statista. Marijuana has been nearly unstoppable this year. Heading into Election Day, residents in nine states were set to vote on marijuana initiatives or amendments within their states. Five states had been looking to legalize recreational marijuana, whereas residents in four states were voting on medical cannabis initiatives or […]
Canada: Lifestyle Screening For Vets On Medical Marijuana Raises Concern On Stigma
Medical marijuana has been shown to possess numerous health benefits and many countries have already legalized its use. In Canada, former NDP MP Peter Stoffer suggests the screening of lifestyle of veterans who are using medical marijuana, turning the spotlight on the stigma surrounding its use. Under the Veterans Affairs Canada Rules, veterans are allowed […]
AU: WA Doctor Says “Medicinal Cannabis Could Help Sick Children At PMH Next Year”
One of WA’s most respected and senior neurologists believes there is potential for medicinal cannabis to help some of the sickest children at Princess Margaret Hospital from next year. PMH head of neurology Lakshmi Nagarajan, who is also the director of its epilepsy program, said there was evidence medicinal cannabis may be useful in treating […]
Ex-Big Pharma Executive Behind OxyContin Sells Medical Marijuana
John Stewart used to run the pharmaceutical company behind the narcotic painkiller OxyContin. Now he is banking on medical marijuana. Mr Stewart does not know which is more controversial these days, OxyContin or pot. He guesses the average person would give “a bigger negative” to the powerful and controversial painkiller that has been linked to […]
Bermuda: People Can Apply For Medical Cannabis
Ordinary citizens are technically able to apply for personal licences to possess medical cannabis, a Supreme Court ruling has shown. The November 9 hearing before Puisne Judge Stephen Hellman was a breakthrough for Michael Brangman, who has successfully argued that the Minister of National Security has the power to consider an application. “Forms exist for […]
Ireland: Medicinal Cannabis Offers ‘A New Horizon’ For Treatment Of Epilepsy
The Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) has been asked by Mr Harris to provide an expert opinion on medicinal cannabis and any policy and legislative changes needed. HPRA chief executive Lorraine Nolan told an Oireachtas Committee on Health that a group of medical experts would be assisting the authority. Working in the area of controlled […]
SA: Another Country Looking To Legalise Medical Cannabis
The legal use of medical cannabis made headway this week as South Africa’s department of health plans to have cannabis recognised as a prescription drug, rather than an illegal substance. The Medical Control Council (MCC) has announced that their investigation into the use of medical cannabis has made progress. MCC registrar Dr Joey Gouws briefed […]
GA Mom Taking Lead On Next Push For Legal Cannabis Oil
Atlanta – Advocates for medical marijuana are gearing up for a fight in the legislature this upcoming session. And one local mom is leading the charge. “It was a kick in the gut, honestly,” Katie McKoy said. McKoy was in the hospital with one of her sons when the legislature shot down a bill that […]
IL: Medical-Cannabis Dispensary To Open In East Peoria
East Peoria – A medical-marijuana dispensary is to open early next month in East Peoria. The NuMed dispensary is to occupy space the Fashion Bug women’s clothing store once filled at 504 Riverside Drive. It’s in a strip mall located next to the Texas Roadhouse restaurant. The opening is scheduled for 11 a.m. Dec. 7, […]
FL: Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Could Be Halted By Bonita Springs Moratorium
The Florida Constitution now gives patients with debilitating conditions the ability to use marijuana as treatment. However, the city of Bonita Springs wants time to sort out specifics before the ruling goes into effect Jan. 3. “This just gives us 12 months to formulate our ideas and how to proceed,” City Attorney Audrey Vance said. […]
NY: NPs Can Soon Prescribe Medical Marijuana
Albany – By the end of the month, New York nurse practitioners will be able to certify patients for medical-marijuana prescriptions, the state Department of Health announced Tuesday. Under the amendment, which goes into effect on Nov. 30, state-registered nurse practitioners will be able to certify patients for medical marijuana. The nurses will first need […]
PA: Medical Marijuana Operations Will Try To Avoid NIMBY Treatment
If a medical marijuana growing operation opened near Lorraine Miller’s home off Route 512, the 82-year-old said she’d have a few questions. Standing in her kitchen Tuesday morning with a pot of coffee gurgling behind her, Miller said she’d worry about security at the site. Would people be lifting the drug to sell elsewhere? Would […]
8 Things To Know About Medical Marijuana In Connecticut
Connecticut legalized medical marijuana in 2012 and launched the program in 2014. HERE ARE SOME FACTS ABOUT THE PROGRAM: • There are more than 14,500 patients registered to purchase medical marijuana in Connecticut. • To get a prescription, a qualifying patient is seen by one of more than 500 registered physicians, who certifies that the […]
A Phase I, Double Blind, Randomized, Placebo Controlled, Maximal Dose Study to Determine the Safety, Tolerability of Topical Cream Containing MGC (Medical Grade Cannabis) in Healthy Volunteers
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S 02, Ep. 32: He leads one of world's biggest marijuana firms; He's a former NFL pro who grows ganja
Published: Nov 25, 2016, 6:12 am • Updated: Nov 25, 2016, 6:12 am Featured guests: Chris Driessen, who’s president of Organa Bands, the parent company of OpenVape; and Marques Harris, co-founder of cultivation business District 8. Podcast: Play in new window | Download LOTS TO TALK ABOUT • Juggling marijuana licenses in multiple states and […]
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Central European Legalization Efforts Gaining Political Support
Both the Czech Republic and the German city of Berlin could see the arrival of legal cannabis next year if efforts supported by Green parties there gain traction. Two opposition Czech political parties joined together with advocacy group Legalizace.cz this month, crafting a public petition that demands an end to prohibition in the country. The […]
Happy Danksgiving from NORML!
by Erik Altieri, NORML Executive Director November 24, 2016 As we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, NORML would like to acknowledge and give thanks to you, our faithful members and supporters. Without you, there is no us. As we reflect upon this unprecedented year, we have much to be thankful for: – Lawmakers in 24 states approved […]
PA: Erie Company Wants To Open Medical Marijuana Dispensary In Meadville
The likelihood of a medical marijuana dispensary coming to Meadville is high, according to a statement released by John Knox, the attorney for an Erie company that hopes to open locations in northwestern Pennsylvania. Passport West Eighth LLC issued a press release announcing its plans to apply for a license to open dispensaries in Erie, […]
NY: State Presses Onward With Medical Marijuana Program Expansions
The state Department of Health on Tuesday officially filed amendments and proposed rules for New York’s medical marijuana program that will allow it to authorize nurse practitioners and physician assistants to certify patients. Those expansions are not surprising and conform with proposals DOH issued in August. The department also said it expects to make a […]
New Arizona Medical Marijuana Proposal Emerging For 2018
Phoenix – Less than a month after voters rejected allowing the recreational use of marijuana, there’s a new – and scaled-back – proposal emerging for the 2018 ballot. The initiative crafted by operators of a medical marijuana dispensary would expand the list of conditions for which a doctor could recommend a patient be allowed to […]
MT: Complaint Seeks To Immediately Restore Access To Medical Marijuana
Butte – Montana Cannabis Industry Association attorney Jim Goetz filed a request in Broadwater County district court on Tuesday to immediately implement medical marijuana reform Initiative 182 and restore access to thousands of patients otherwise cut off until June 30. Goetz’ complaint contends the implementation date of June 30 is a scrivener’s error, and that […]
DA Welcomes Department’s Commitment To Making Medicinal Cannabis More Available
Today at the Portfolio Committee on Health, the Department of Health outlined a clear plan that would see the greater availability of medicinal cannabis to those who suffer from chronic pain. Medicinal cannabis, if appropriately prescribed, can be of great value in treating conditions such as severe chronic pain. Currently, the prescription of medicinal cannabis […]
Missouri Missed Out On Medical Marijuana In 2016 – Here's Why
Notwithstanding the fascist buffoon elected to the White House, 2016 will be remembered as the year Americans flipped their country green. On November 8, voters in seven states slapped cannabis prohibition into the waste bin of history, pushing the total number of states with some form of legal weed to 28 – more than half […]
Here’s Why Medical Marijuana Is So Necessary Right Now
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FL: Destin Cements Medical Cannabis Dispensary Rules
Destin – The city needs to place into law certain regulations on possible marijuana medical dispensaries and can always look at amending such rules later, City Councilwoman Prebble Ramswell said at Monday’s council meeting. Most of her fellow council members agreed, and then approved adopting an ordinance that restricts such dispensaries to Destin’s industrial district. […]
Doc – Medical Cannabis An Ally In Reggie Williams' Fight Against Pain
On this Thanksgiving Day, Reggie Williams will move freely and with only minor pain. A man who has endured 24 operations on his right knee, who has spent the last two decades in chronic agony, now passes his days in true thanks, for a treatment he says is his salvation. Williams is a regular user […]
FL: Tallahassee Doctor To Open New Local Medical Marijuana Center
Tallahassee is about to have a new medical practice focused on helping patients receive medical marijuana – just weeks after voters overwhelmingly approved Amendment 2, a constitutional amendment that greatly expands who can receive medical marijuana legally. Dr. Joseph Dorn, who has worked in palliative and hospice care for the last 12 years, will open […]
UK: Britons Want Cannabis Legalised For Medical Purposes
Britons strongly support the legalisation of cannabis for medical purposes, a snap Sky Data poll suggests. The survey found 72% back legalisation for medical use, with just 15% opposed. The remainder did not know or did not express a preference. But nearly half of the 1,001 people surveyed oppose the legalisation of cannabis for recreational […]
Where Marijuana Is The Doctor’s Orders, Will Insurers Pay?
Early this year, a disabled former automobile body worker named Greg Vialpando explained to lawmakers in New Mexico how medical marijuana helped his chronic back pain. State legislators were considering a bill backed by workers’ compensation insurers that would have exempted them from paying for medical marijuana. But Mr. Vialpando and another patient described how […]
NB: Veteran Calls Federal Cut To Medical Marijuana Coverage 'Irresponsible'
A Fredericton veteran says the Trudeau government’s decision to reduce the daily amount of medical marijuana it will cover for veterans could have serious consequences. Noah Starr, who served Afghanistan, says the government’s interference in the issue amounts to a threat to his health and well-being. “I do not consume cannabis for fun,” said Starr, […]
Georgia Medical Cannabis Debate Could Heat Up In January
Election Day was a winning day for marijuana. Voters in eight states approved either the growth of recreational marijuana or, like Florida, the production of medical cannabis. Those votes will increase pressure for change in Georgia. “We were obviously encouraged by all the positive votes,” said Shannon Cloud. She and her husband, Blaine Cloud, are […]
New Strains Alert: Monolith, Hoarfrost, Orange Durban, and More
This week’s New Strains Alert is just in time for the Feast of St. Stretchy Pants, also known as Thanksgiving. Spilling over like some stinky cornucopia, this list of strains is packed with the resinous bounty of Mother Nature herself. Enjoy a double dose of grape goodness in Grape Drink and Concord Grape Blockhead. If […]
Which Consumption Method is Best Around Your Relatives This Holiday Season?
As we hurl ourselves full steam ahead into the holiday season, one thought on every cannabis-savvy consumer’s mind is how to best enjoy the holiday with a little help from everyone’s favorite special herb. This can get a little tricky, especially for those of us whose family may not see eye-to-eye on the topic of […]
Cannabis real estate company gets NYSE approval, but Wall Street debut delayed
Published: Nov 23, 2016, 4:39 pm • Updated: Nov 23, 2016, 4:39 pm By Alicia Wallace, The Cannabist Staff The first cannabis company to land a listing on the New York Stock Exchange could go public early next week; however, a culmination of factors — including marijuana’s uncertain future on the federal level — appear […]
Exclusive: Seattle Officials Crafting Bill to Legalize Cannabis Delivery in Washington
It’s now been four years since Washington voters legalized cannabis. The state’s regulated market has been up and running for nearly two and a half. But despite being ahead of the curve historically, there’s one area where Washington lags woefully behind other adult-use states: delivery. Nearly every other—Oregon, Colorado, even some newcomers like California—have delivery […]
S 02, Ep. 31: She markets marijuana, He's Producer Vince
Published: Nov 23, 2016, 3:29 pm • Updated: Nov 23, 2016, 4:50 pm By The Cannabist Staff Featured guests: Cannabrand marketing agency co-founder Olivia Mannix and Denver Post videographer and Cannabist Show producer Vince Chandler. Podcast: Play in new window | Download LOTS TO TALK ABOUT • Multinational ad agencies are now working with cannabis […]
Recipe: How to Make a Cannabis-Infused Green Bean Casserole
Servings: 6 Approximate Dosage: 30mg per serving of beans Ingredients: 2 (9 ounce) packages frozen cut green beans, thawed (canned and drained green beans will work well, too) 8 slices bacon 10 cremini mushrooms, chopped 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1/2 cup shredded […]
Recipe: How to Make Creamy Cannabis-Infused Mashed Potatoes
Servings: 10-12 Approximate Dosage: 15mg per serving of potatoes Ingredients: 5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, (cooked, mashed) 2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese ¼ cup cannabutter* ¼ cup regular butter 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup milk 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped (optional) Ground white pepper to taste RELATED STORY Recipe: […]
Montana Patients Seek Immediate Re-Opening of Medical Dispensaries
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Medical marijuana advocates and patients are asking a judge to fix a mistake in a voter-approved ballot initiative that inadvertently delayed the re-opening of shuttered dispensaries in Montana by eight months. A state law that limited medical cannabis providers to three patients apiece took effect on Aug. 31 after a five-year battle, leaving […]
Recipe: How to Make Cannabis-Infused Turkey Sage Meatballs with Cranberry Orange Sauce
Servings: 22-24 meatballs Approximate Dosage: 1-2mg per meatball Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground turkey 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon cannabis-infused olive oil* 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/4 cup canned […]
Enjoy a Gourmet Cannabis-Infused Thanksgiving with These Three Recipes
Planning a Thanksgiving menu for some cannabis-friendly guests? We’ve got a few recipes that are simple to execute but delicious enough to wow your friends and family members with gourmet flavors alongside a pleasant body high. To really take your holiday up a notch, pair this menu with pleasant tunes, warm lighting, and a cannabis-infused […]
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Cannabis Farms On the New Jersey Turnpike? Maybe Sooner Than You Think.
13 months to prepare In fact, the onetime presidential contender only has 13 months left in his New Jersey term. Christie has vowed to veto any move towards legalization during his tenure. Just recently, he proudly reiterated his determination to kill any progress on legalization. “You’re damn right I’m the only impediment” he said. “And I am […]
Here’s Who’s Trying To Derail Medical Cannabis in Arkansas
If you have not heard by now, Arkansas has passed medical marijuana. It’s a done deal. The Arkansas Department of Finance is making all of the regulations right now. The Arkansas Department of Health will oversee the patient program. It is the constitutional right of Arkansans to have safe and legal access to medical cannabis. […]
Trade Show Hysteria in Las Vegas: The Highs & Lows
As my plane approached Las Vegas last week, the anticipation of attending the third Marijuana Business Conference & Expo (MJ Biz) at the RIO between November 15-18 energized me, and boy did I need it! I hadn’t slept for a week with a bout of back pain and sciatica that made it impossible to rest. The […]
Recipes for the Perfect Weed Thanksgiving
Every year, I try to light up before indulging myself in the delicious spread of Thanksgiving food on the table. A good smoke always seemed to make the food taste better that it already was. But as I’ve gotten older (and had children) sneaking in this smoke break before eating has gotten harder and harder. […]
President Obama Commutes the Sentences of 79 More People, Bringing His Total to more than 1,000
Today, President Barack Obama commuted the sentences of 79 people incarcerated in federal prison, almost all of whom were serving time under outdated and harsh drug sentences. This round of commutations brings the number of prisoners whose sentences have been commuted under President Obama to more than 1,000. The commutation of these prison sentences represents […]
Four Ways Drug Policy Reformers Must Play It Smart Under the Trump Administration
November 22, 2016– By Bill Piper I began working, advocating and lobbying for federal-level drug policy reform in Washington, DC in the last year of Bill Clinton’s presidency. I’ve continued to do so ever since: I was a loyal soldier in the war against the War on Drugs through eight years of George W. Bush […]
Press Teleconference: What Senator Jeff Sessions as Attorney General Would Mean for Criminal Justice Reform, Drug Policy Reform, and Civil and Human Rights
On Friday, news reports named Senator Jeff Sessions (R-AL) as Donald Trump’s nominee to be the next Attorney General. The Drug Policy Alliance is convening this call with reporters to highlight Jeff Sessions’ track record on civil and human rights, criminal justice reform and drug policy. Representatives from invited organizations will highlight how an Attorney […]
The CannaSociety Soirée Takes Cannabis Parties to a Higher Level
Cannabis events aren’t just for warehouses anymore! The CannaSociety Soirée in Portland demonstrated how stunning a cannabis event really can be…and I was lucky enough to be invited. As more states legalize cannabis, social consumption becomes more of a topic of discussion. In fact, Denver recently passed a social consumption ordinance just a few weeks ago. […]
AZ: New Medical Marijuana Ballot Measure Brewing
Phoenix – Less than a month after voters rejected allowing marijuana for recreational use, there’s a new – and scaled back – proposal emerging for the 2018 ballot. The initiative crafted by operators of a medical marijuana dispensary would expand the list of conditions for which a doctor could recommend a patient be allowed to […]
AR: Changes To Medical Marijuana Taxes A Possibility, Says Governor
Arkansas voters approved medical marijuana earlier this month and the governor says he’s open to seeing if the voter-approved tax structure should be changed in January’s legislative session. Speaking to reporters at the state Capitol on Monday, Governor Asa Hutchinson said he hasn’t yet made up his mind on new taxes or shifting where marijuana […]
MA: Getting The Best Deal On Medical Marijuana
If you get up real close to the New England Treatment Access medical marijuana dispensary in Northampton, you can smell the earthy aroma of cannabis through the brick walls. Established in 2015, NETA’s Conz Street dispensary is, so far, the only medical Mary Jane shop west of Worcester. In August, I obtained my Massachusetts medical […]
CA: Campbell City Council Prepares For Possible Special Election On Medical Marijuana
The Campbell City Council is preparing for a potential special election next year regarding the cultivation, delivery and dispensing of medical marijuana within city limits. At its Nov. 15 study session, the council asked city staff to bring back more information at its Dec. 6 meeting. In March the city council approved an ordinance banning […]
FL: Manatee County Seeks Medical Marijuana Moratorium
Changes are coming to Florida after the Nov. 8 election and Manatee County is considering additional regulations on the growing and dispensing of medical marijuana. Amendment 2, a state constitutional amendment to expand the use of medical marijuana, was approved by 71 percent of statewide voters. The amendment “allows medical use of marijuana for individuals […]
MD: Council Members To Discuss Tweak To Medical Marijuana Regulations
Growing medical marijuana in Anne Arundel County is closer to becoming a reality. But the county’s zoning code first needs a change to clear a hurdle officials say they didn’t intend to create. County Council members will take up a bill Monday night that proposes to alter a distance restriction for medical marijuana growers and […]
Jamaica: Cannabis Authority To Grant Conditional Permits By Year End
The Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) expects to grant conditional licences by the end of the year for the growing and processing of ganja for medicinal and therapeutic purposes and research and development. Chairman of the CLA Board, Hyacinth Lightbourne, told JIS News that the entity has received 89 applications. Of the number, 25 are for […]
Cayman Islands: Governor Approves Medical Cannabis Oil
Cayman Islands Governor Helen Kilpatrick has assented to changes to the Misuse of Drugs Law allowing for the importation of oil derived from the marijuana plant for medical purposes only. That means Cayman pharmacists and doctors can lawfully import and prescribe cannabinoid [cannabis] oil for patients, as long as they can find a source to […]
Maryland Medical Pot Regulators Push Back Dispensary Decisions To November 28
Maryland medical cannabis regulators are set to award preliminary licenses to open medical marijuana dispensaries on Nov. 28, to the ire of a Maryland lawmaker challenging the state over a lack of racial diversity in the burgeoning industry. The Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission will meet in Ellicott City to authorize retail marijuana sales based on […]
GA: New “I-420” Columns Highlight Marijuana Reform Efforts
And so it begins. After quitting my good government job four months ago, I’ve been on a journey without a road map or any guarantee that I’ll reach the final destination in one piece. I confess this adventure seems a little bit nuts. Scary too. But, throwing caution (and what’s left of my 401K) to […]
AR: Local Pot Dispensaries Not Guaranteed Under Amendment
Medical marijuana is coming to Arkansas, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it will be coming to a town near you. The state amendment that provides for medical marijuana, which was approved by Arkansas voters on Nov. 8, also allows citizens to ban marijuana cultivation facilities and dispensaries within a city or county through a popular […]
Some Doctors Glad That Florida’s Medical Marijuana Passed
Medical Marijuana Could Help Save Lives In Florida While Florida was one of the key focal points for a Donald Trump victory, it also had some victories of it’s own – at least for 71 percent of the population. Amendment 2, the medical marijuana, amendment also passed on election night. The amendment passed with 71 […]
ND: State’s Marijuana Measure Hazy
North Dakota voters overwhelmingly voted to approve Initiated Statutory Measure No. 5, known as the medical marijuana law, in the recent election. The measure passed with a 64 percent statewide majority, the same percentage as totaled in Ward County. State law says initiated measures must be enacted within 30 days of passage, but sometimes that […]
Medical Study Shatters The Theory That Cannabis Acts As A Gateway Drug
Research reveals that cannabis may, in fact, serve as an effective exit drug for persons suffering from alcoholism or addiction to illicit or prescription drugs. A survey conducted by researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) found that addicts may benefit from using cannabis as a substitute to more dangerous and health-destroying substances, especially […]
US: If The Doctor Orders Marijuana, Will Insurers Pay?
URL: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v16/n681/a05.htmlNewshawk: JimVotes: 0Pubdate: Wed, 23 Nov 2016Source: New York Times (NY)Copyright: 2016 The New York Times CompanyWebsite: http://www.nytimes.com/Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/298Author: Barry Meier IF THE DOCTOR ORDERS MARIJUANA, WILL INSURERS PAY? Early this year, a disabled former automobile body worker named Greg Vialpando explained to lawmakers in New Mexico how medical marijuana helped his chronic back […]
What Are the Penalties for ‘Drugged Driving’ in Australia?
Mobile drug testing, or MDT, is on the rise in Australia. Police in all states and territories can now require drivers to provide a saliva sample to be tested for cannabis and amphetamines. In the country’s most populous state, New South Wales, authorities boast that by 2017 there will be three times the number of […]
How to Make a Homemade Apple Pipe for Your Cannabis
Have you ever been stuck without a pipe or papers? If you’ve got cannabis and a lighter but no way to smoke it, you should try the time-honored art of creating a homemade bowl from an apple. The apple pipe is a simple solution and a better, more natural alternative than using an aluminum can […]
We Still Have a Chance to Stop Kratom Prohibition – And the DEA Actually Wants to Hear Your Thoughts
November 21, 2016– By Jag Davies This summer, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced its intent to ban kratom, a medicinal plant used for millennia in Southeast Asia and currently used by millions in the United States. After DPA members and activists sent over 70,000 messages to Congress, 51 U.S. Representatives and almost a dozen […]
Becoming the Cheers of Cannabis
In the last article, we talked about the shift to a relationship (or membership) economy and how your customers want to go where everyone knows their name. Just a little refresher… …The relationship economy changes the focus from anonymous transactions to known relationships and gives us the opportunity to enable connection and community under the umbrella of […]
Finding Your Ideal Medical Cannabis Consumer: What You Need to Know
There are some who don’t understand why anyone would need to market cannabis. “Doesn’t it sell itself?” they wonder. The short answer to this question is no. And with the recent legalization of recreational cannabis in Nevada, an opportunity for brand leaders (both medical and recreational) to grab a hold of and expand the cannabis […]
MJ Biz Con 2016 = Astounding Success for the Cannabis Industry
Last week, thousands of cannabis industry professionals came to Las Vegas for the 5th Annual Marijuana Business Conference. It is by far the longest running, biggest and most respected cannabis trade show event – featuring the industry’s leading entrepreneurs, advocates and investors – and is growing each year at an astounding rate. I had never […]
A New Arizona Medical Marijuana Initiative Gets Ready for 2018
Advocates in Arizona have already drafted a new initiative aimed for the ballot of the 2018 election cycle. The new Arizona medical marijuana initiative mainly focuses on expanding the list of conditions for patients qualifying for cannabis treatment, but also seeks to improve ease of access to store-purchased marijuana, and in some cases, allow patients to grow […]
Largest Dutch Political Party Wants to Overhaul Cannabis Laws
Marking another milestone on the road to ending cannabis prohibition in the Netherlands, a sizeable majority of Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte’s VVD party have voted to support what they’re calling “smart regulation” of cannabis. Following a vote at a Nov. 19 party converence in Noordwijkerhout, the VVD’s platform going into the general elections next […]
US CA: Medical Marijuana Is Legal In California, Except When It's Not
URL: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v16/n681/a04.htmlNewshawk: JimVotes: 0Pubdate: Tue, 22 Nov 2016Source: New York Times (NY)Copyright: 2016 The New York Times CompanyWebsite: http://www.nytimes.com/Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/298Author: Thomas Fuller MEDICAL MARIJUANA IS LEGAL IN CALIFORNIA, EXCEPT WHEN IT’S NOT SANTA ROSA, Calif. – California’s multibillion-dollar marijuana industry, by far the nation’s largest, is crawling out from the underbrush after voters opted to […]
The Un-winable, Un-loseable Case
By Mark Goldfogel It’s like knowing you have the winning horse, but not having any idea how long the race will be. Prohibition is over! Mathematically, logistically, financially, and most importantly, medically. Sixty-two percent of the U.S. population lives in a state with medical access to cannabis, and 21% live in a state where adults […]
Washington Cannabis Sales Surge, Could Soon Overtake Liquor
TACOMA, Wash. (AP) — Sales of cannabis products in Washington state have for the first time surpassed $200 million in a quarter. Residents and visitors bought more marijuana than ever before in the second quarter of 2016, the News Tribune reports, based on an analysis of purchase and tax records from two state agencies. In the […]
Product Review: Flurish Cannabis-Infused Gummy Edibles
Welcome to Leafly’s Product Reviews, where we take a closer look at a cannabis gadget, accessory, or consumable, and give it a test spin. Today we’re trying out Flurish cannabis-infused gummy edibles. The other week while I was visiting Los Angeles, I visited my favorite dispensary, La Brea Compassionate Caregivers, and came home with a new […]
New Lab Rules are Killing Oregon’s Craft-Scale Companies
If you’ve been in an Oregon cannabis shop lately, you may have noticed that many of your favorite non-flower products are missing. That pain-relieving topical or chronic-infused ice cream you’ve come to love? Gone and gone. Shelves are empty, budtenders across Portland are apologizing for the slim product selection, and a date for the return of […]
Oregon Cities Setting Rules After Locals OK Legal Cannabis
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Some 30 counties and cities in Oregon approved some type of marijuana businesses in last week’s election, and officials in those communities now must establish rules for every step in the production and supply chain. When voters legalized recreational cannabis statewide two years ago, the communities — from the cowboy town of […]
State of the Leaf: Election Wins Push Texas Toward Reform
U.S. News Updates Arizona After a long fight to bring adult-use cannabis to Arizona, the campaign behind Proposition 205 acknowledged defeat. When all was said and done, state voters rejected Proposition 205 by a 52–48 margin. Many are pointing to the heavily-funded opposition campaign as a reason for the loss, noting hefty contributions from noted prohibitionist Sheldon Adelson and […]
Music Video and Strain Pairing of the Week: “Virtual Insanity” and Lodi Dodi
We’ve gone from “WTF” to “Virtual Insanity” for this week’s trippy music video and strain pairing, echoing the sentiments of many people who have been following the 2016 presidential election. Jeremiah Wilhelm, our strain researcher, recommended Jamiroquai’s 1996 hit single because, in his words: “‘Virtual Insanity’ speaks to the mutability of perception. The moving floors […]
New Trump nominee puts legal marijuana sales in jeopardy
By Rob Motakainen for McClatchy Washington Bureau via The Daily Herald “It could be really bad news, if we don’t fight back,” said Steph Sherer, executive director of Americans for Safe Access, a group that promotes medical marijuana. WASHINGTON — After winning big at the polls Nov. 8, backers of marijuana legalization now fear that […]
Joint vs. Spliff vs. Blunt: What’s the Difference? [Infographic]
Learn how to tell the difference between 3 types of rolled marijuana. If you’re new to the world of marijuana, it might seem like there are many terms to familiarize yourself with. For instance, you can smoke joints, spliffs, and blunts, but what’s the difference between them? Aren’t they all just different names for the […]
'No one has done this in Oregon since liquor Prohibition': Cities setting rules after opting in to legal weed
Published: Nov 21, 2016, 9:40 am • Updated: Nov 21, 2016, 9:40 am By Andrew Selsky, The Associated Press SALEM, Ore. — About 30 counties and cities in the state approved some type of Oregon marijuana business in the 2016 election, and officials in those communities now must establish rules for every step in the […]
Why a tax break for California medical marijuana patients may be short-lived
Published: Nov 21, 2016, 9:05 am • Updated: Nov 21, 2016, 9:08 am By Brooke Edwards Staggs, The Cannifornian An early tax break for California medical marijuana patients may be short-lived, with state leaders rushing to reverse a recent ruling that could cost the state millions of dollars over the coming year. “We are looking […]
The little-known costs of the unbanked: Another aspect of the pot industry's uphill financial battle
Published: Nov 21, 2016, 7:55 am • Updated: Nov 21, 2016, 7:55 am By The Cannabist Staff The many obstacles for legal cannabis businesses to access banking services mean that many of the entities are all-cash — such a practice comes with added costs, says a former federal bank examiner turned entrepreneur. Lamine Zarrad, chief […]
The little-known costs of the unbanked: Another aspect of the pot industry's uphill financial battle
Published: Nov 21, 2016, 7:55 am • Updated: Nov 21, 2016, 7:55 am By The Cannabist Staff The many obstacles for legal cannabis businesses to access banking services mean that many of the entities are all-cash — such a practice comes with added costs, says a former federal bank examiner turned entrepreneur. Lamine Zarrad, chief […]
Trump's Choice For Top Law Enforcer Has Cannabis Proponents Fearing Future
When Donald Trump offered Sen. Jeff Sessions the position of attorney general, the pick drew criticism from civil rights groups and immigrant advocates. In the fast-growing, multibillion-dollar marijuana industry, it is also raising fears. Sessions is no fan of marijuana or its legalization, based on his previous comments, and as attorney general he would oversee […]
Weed Week Descends on Portland Next Week!
PDX Weed Week presented by TJs Gardens is five incredible days of cannabis activities and events in Portland, Nov. 30 to Dec. 4. Weed Week is a grassroots movement bringing together the cannabis community to share information, insights, and ideas through education, events, and entertainment. Weed Week kicks-off with the Weedmaps Cannabis Crawl. The idea […]
Pot sales surge in Washington state
TACOMA, Wash. (AP) – Sales of marijuana products in Washington state have for the first time surpassed $200 million in a quarter. The News Tribune reports residents and visitors bought more marijuana than ever before in the second quarter of 2016, based on an analysis of purchase and tax records from two state agencies. In […]