States on Path to Cannabis Legalization can find insight from Colorado’s Industry for Best Practices in Regulation and Child Safety
PRESS RELEASE Cannabis Business Alliance Statement: DENVER (February 15, 2017) — In response to Gov. Hickenlooper’s recent visit to speak with California legislators in Sacramento, Calif., in advance of legalization of adult-use cannabis, The Cannabis Business Alliance (CBA) has released a statement. The advocate for cannabis business owners is calling on states like California and […]
Former NBA Player Stephen Jackson Used Marijuana While Playing
Former NBA player Stephen Jackson used marijuana before hitting the court throughout his career, and at least one of his coaches was well aware. The admission came during an appearance on the I Am Rapaport podcast. “We’re in Utah and the drug test people are around, you know, to get our last drug test, so […]
Stylish Art and Corkscrew Glass Blunts: The Best Cannabis Products for February 2017
Welcome to Leafly’s cannabis products roundup for the month of February, where we take a look at a few of the many different products that are making a splash in the industry. This month’s offerings include a one-of-a-kind stash jar, gorgeous artwork, vape kits, and more. Take a look and plan your purchase! Want to […]
Updated: Hearing Scheduled in Committee on Judiciary and Labor – SB 174 and SB 305 Relating to Cannabis
Updated 2/22/17 The committee(s) on JDL recommend(s) that the measure (SB 174) be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in JDL were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) Keith-Agaran, K. Rhoads, Kim; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Gabbard, L. Thielen. If the measure/bill becomes law it would amend the definition of […]
DEA Removes Marijuana Propaganda From Website
By Mike Adams for Merry Jane Agency now admits weed doesn’t cause cancer or psychosis. Although the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has all but refused to consider the cannabis plant as having any medicinal application within the confines of the Controlled Substances Act, the nation’s leading drug sniffing hounds recently eliminated some misinformation about […]
Microdosing Weed: From Medical-Use Only to a Lifestyle Supplement
Cannabis is going from medical-use only to a lifestyle supplement as more states go recreational. In both pioneering states like Colorado, and new adult-use states like California, there’s a new trend emerging: Microdosing Weed. Products like Root of it All‘s cannabis-infused essential oils, and low-dose Kiva Confections are prime examples of companies making cannabis-infused products […]
Israeli Marijuana Activists Took to the Street to Demand Legalization
Earlier this month,thousands of Israeli marijuana activists took to the street to demand legalization chanting,“the people demand legal cannabis.” The support for legalization is mirrored within parts of the Israeli government. The homeland to the ‘Father’ of cannabis science, Dr. Raphael Mechoulam, Israel may be ready to turn a new leaf. An official review panel with […]
Product Review: Sensi Chews Amoré Medicated Chocolate
I met some folks from Sensi at a Women Grow event in LA and was instantly curious. An aphrodisiac chocolate chew? Would it make me feel aroused, or just less stressed? Would it increase sensation or reduce inhibitions? Here’s the lowdown. Amoré Medicated Chocolate at a Glance Manufacturer: Sensi Chew Product: Amoré – Aphrodisiac Medicated […]
Trump and Sessions Seem Focused on Cartels, Not Cannabis
President Trump and Attorney General Jeff Sessions have yet to directly address the issue of cannabis legalization and the state-federal schism, which has led to all kinds of rumors flying about. One rumor, floated on a cannabis blog recently, held that Press Secretary Sean Spicer told a reporter named “Rebecka Brian” that the Trump administration […]
Our Top Canna-Crushes of 2017
As we celebrate this Valentine’s Day, it’s once again time to fan ourselves and send a little love to our favorite canna-cuties. These men and women are swoon-worthy advocates who have proven time and again that they’re willing to take a stand for cannabis, no matter the consequences. This year’s batch of canna-crushes are more than just easy […]
Dispensary Touring: Another Benefit to Retirement in Portland
Last year, 2016, after attending the 420 smoke out on Mt. Tabor, I walked off the mountain and wandered over to a 420 event at Service Studio PDX on Glisan to which I had purchased the VIP ticket. The event was presented by the Oregon’s Cannabis Concierge, and I made a point of meeting the […]
In Pueblo: Scholarships for All, Thanks to Cannabis Taxes
Three months after Pueblo County voters rejected an initiative that would have banned most local cannabis industry operations, county officials announced that cannabis tax revenue will make $425,000 in scholarships available to local college students. There’s enough money in the scholarship fund to offer a scholarship to every graduating high school senior in the southern Colorado […]
BAS Research Aims to Perfect the Business of Medicinal Cannabis
Thanks to the city of Berkeley, California’s first licensed medicinal marijuana research facility, BAS Research, opened last summer. With now over four million dollars invested, they have gone to great lengths to welcome cannabis clients seeking testing, formulaic research, and high-grade oil for their products. The one-stop shop also packages and labels, providing a business, […]
NORML Forms Multi-State Workplace Drug Testing Coalition
by Kevin Mahmalji, NORML Outreach CoordinatorFebruary 14, 2017 The fact that 190 million Americans now live in states where marijuana has been legalized to some degree is raising a number of questions and issues about how to integrate the American workforce and marijuana consumers rights in regards to drug testing. With medical marijuana is legal […]
California Cannabis Business Expo brings Endless Opportunities for Canna-preneurs
The 3rd Annual Spring California Cannabis Business Expo (CCBE), produced by MJIC Media and sponsored by the Marijuana Investor Summit, will be held March 5-7 in San Diego. This event has been recognized as a leading forum in one of the fastest growing industries in the United States. With Southern California covering nearly 60% of California’s […]
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California’s Hottest Properties: Here’s Where You Can Grow Marijuana
California’s (desirable) urban areas are hopelessly gentrified, all the oceanfront property is long gone—sold to billionaires or protected (in theory, at least, from billionaires)—and President Donald Trump hasn’t quite yet undone all the post-recession financial reform to launch another mortgage-backed real estate “boom.” So where’s a flipper going to flip now? Forget good school districts or […]
DEA Removes Erroneous Marijuana Distortions from Website
By Monterey Bud for Marijuana.com “The federal government now admits that cannabis is not a gateway drug, and doesn’t cause long-term brain damage, or psychosis. While the fight to end stigma around cannabis is far from over, this is a big first step.” – Steph Sherer Finally bowing before the altar of public pressure and […]
After Months of Public and Legal Pressure, DEA Removes Marijuana Misinformation from Website
By Anthony Martinelli for The Joint Blog After months of public pressure, and a legal request by the nonprofit medical cannabis advocacy group Americans for Safe Access, the DEA has removed factually inaccurate information about marijuana from their website. As part of the legal request, Americans for Safe Access argued that there was over 25 […]
N-Acetylcysteine for Youth Cannabis Use Disorder
Verified February 2017 by Medical University of South Carolina Sponsor: Information provided by (Responsible Party): Kevin Gray, Medical University of South Carolina ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03055377 First received: February 14, 2017 Last updated: February 15, 2017 Last verified: February 2017 This is a 12-week randomized, placebo-controlled trial of N-acetylcysteine for cannabis use disorder (CUD) in youth […]
Men’s Warehouse Founder Shares the Importance of Cannabis Throughout His Life
George Zimmer has a penchant for speaking his mind. The 68-year-old serial entrepreneur was fired from Men’s Wearhouse, the company he founded 40 years earlier, in 2013 over differences with the company’s board. “You know, one of the very small reasons — and I say small — would be that I tended to be kind […]
State briefs for February 14
Oahu medical marijuana shop plants first seeds HONOLULU (AP) — One of Oahu’s state-approved medical marijuana dispensaries started growing Hawaii’s first legal cannabis plants and anticipates sales to patients can begin in early summer. The state Department of Health approved Aloha Green Holdings Inc. and two other dispensaries to start acquiring and cultivating seeds, clones […]
Ch-Ch-Ch-CH-Changes
By Matt Walstatter One of the things we’re most proud of at Pure Green, my dispensary in Portland, Oregon, is our employee retention. When we celebrated our third anniversary last month, we still had four out of six original employees. But a few days later, we said goodbye to Travis, our inventory manager, who moved […]
Package of Overdose Prevention Bills Clear the New Mexico State Senate
Santa Fe – A package of overdose prevention bills (Senate Bill 47 and Senate Bill 16) passed the New Mexico State Senate with overwhelming support from both sides of the aisle. They passed the Senate by 33-0 and 24-16 respectively. The bills now head to the House of Representatives. Senate Bill 47, sponsored by Senator […]
DEA Drops Inaccurate Cannabis Claims From Website
In a remarkable about-face, the US Drug Enforcement Administration on Monday removed inaccurate information about the purported dangers of cannabis from the agency’s website. The change came after the nonprofit advocacy group Americans for Safe Access filed a legal petition calling for the DEA to remove the incorrect claims. Filed on Dec. 5, the petition […]
State Seizes CBD From Alaska Dispensaries
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Alaska Journal of Commerce, and is reprinted with permission. Several retailers have confirmed that Alcohol and Marijuana Control Office enforcement seized thousands of dollars worth of imported cannabidiol oils on Feb. 9. Until they know what it is, officials said, Alaska retailers shouldn’t be selling it. The […]
Cannabis Legislation 2017: We’re Tracking All Legalization Bills
Most state legislatures reconvene in early January, and by February they’re in full swing, moving some bills forward and killing others in committee. This year 27 state legislatures are considering bills pertaining to cannabis in some form. (Well, okay: 26. Mississippi had two medical marijuana bills, but they’re already dead.) Some states are pushing full […]
Great for Some, Lousy for Others: Weed Prices Dropping
We all know the weed industry is on fire. Why then are wholesale pot prices bottoming out? Big business is getting the blame for growing more marijuana than the market demands and for pushing out smaller businesses that can’t keep up. In the past year, according to CannaSaver.com CEO Brian Shapiro, wholesale weed prices fell […]
Deals of the Week for February 13, 2017: Bong Condoms, Humidity Packs, and Dab Rigs
1. Oil Slick Bong Condom from Aqualab Technologies This is exactly what you think it is, a condom for your bong. Let’s face it, nobody wants to get sick from sharing their glassware with an under-the-weather friend. Even worse, sharing with strangers is something you face when using glass in public, such as at a […]
Court Sides With Students in Iowa State NORML T-Shirt Case
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — In a case that free speech advocates are calling a victory for college students everywhere regardless of their political views, a federal appeals court on Monday ruled that Iowa State University cannot prevent a marijuana law reform advocacy group from distributing a T-shirt with the Iowa State University mascot on […]
Oahu medical marijuana shop plants first seeds
HONOLULU (AP) — One of Oahu’s state-approved medical marijuana dispensaries has started growing Hawaii’s first legal cannabis plants and anticipates sales to patients can begin in early summer. The Department of Health approved Aloha Green Holdings Inc. and two other dispensaries to start acquiring and cultivating seeds, clones and plants, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser (http://bit.ly/2lCBpob ) […]
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Spread the Love with These Shareable Canna-Friendly Valentines
This Valentine’s Day, bring some lighthearted (and free!) fun back to a holiday rife with prix fixe menus, flower shop brawls, and chocolates filled with mystery goo. Whether you’re single or spoken for, your cannabis-friendly friends and paramours alike will enjoy these six punny valentine designs. Share them on social media or download a PDF version […]
Oregon Begins Marijuana Home Deliveries
PORTLAND, Ore. — Oregon is rolling out another first in the recreational marijuana industry: Customers may now order pot from licensed retailers and have it delivered to their homes. The Oregon Liquor Control Commission had granted delivery permits to 117 retailers across Oregon, including 13 in Portland, last year but postponed their permission until last […]
A Massachusetts Senator Ignored a Question on Whether Marijuana Could Help Fight the Opioid Epidemic
A Massachusetts Senator ignored a question on whether marijuana could help fight the opioid epidemic. The new head of Health and Human Services (HHS), Tom Price, just ignored Senator Elizabeth Warren’s (MA) letter addressing the future of medical marijuana prior to his swearing in on Friday. Price “chose not to respond to a U.S. senator’s written […]
Could Jeff Sessions Marijuana Policies Bring the Sea Change that Legalization Needs?
Could Jeff Sessions Marijuana Policies Bring the Sea Change that Legalization Needs? Under the Obama administration, the marijuana industry has grown to a billion dollar industry in states like Colorado due to the Rohrabacher-Farr amendment. The amendment kept federal authorities out of stasete-legal businesess. The measure is up for renewal in Congress, and some cannabis industry insiders […]
Minnesota Marijuana Bills Introduced to Legalize the Plant for Adults 21 and Up
Two Minnesota Marijuana bills introduced to legalize for adults 21 and over may give voters a chance to bring recreational marijuana to their state. Last week, two lawmakers brought their ideas to the table on how to get the ball rolling on adult-use. One of the options is being brought up for discussion by Rep. […]
Trump on Marijuana: If Anyone Can Convince GOP on Legalization, It’s the President
Trump on Marijuana: If Anyone Can Convince GOP on Legalization, it’s the President. In an opinion piece published by the Los Angeles Times, the self-described writer and capitalist Mark Stefanos lays out the reasons why legalization would behoove President Donald Trump. Basically, it makes great business sense. “For the same reasons Trump believes we should […]
Growing own cannabis a quicker way to pain free
I am a 78 year old retired law enforcement administrator of limited physical mobility (can’t drive; use walker to walk) and limited financial ability ($1,311 monthly). I am struggling with a number of medical conditions, including chronic lymphoid leukemia, insomnia, PTSD, chronic pain and peripheral neuropathy, degenerative lumbar disease, loss of appetite, major recurrent depression […]
Getting to Know Revolution Cannabis
By Hunter Wilson About Dusty and Revolution Excerpt: In this Grow Operation Overview, we interview Dustin Shroyer, COO of Revolution Enterprises. Dustin has been a legal cannabis grower in Colorado since 2006. He has worked as a dispensary owner, lead grower, and consultant in the cannabis industry. I started off as a wholesaler grower in […]
Cannabis expo strives to educate people about medical marijuana
Related Coverage The second annual Hawaii Cannabis Expo is wrapping up this weekend at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall as vendors from across the state gathered to promote the state’s growing medical marijuana industry. With the third medical marijuana dispensary getting the go-ahead to start growing its product recently, expo organizers say they want to educate people […]
In the Time of Trump, Can Congress Take the Lead on Marijuana Policy?
Phillip Smith | February 13, 2017 While the marijuana community — consumers, industry, and advocates alike — eyes with trepidation the reign of avowed anti-pot Republican Jeff Sessions at the Justice Department, the Trump executive branch isn’t the only game in town when it comes to making marijuana policy. Congress is back in session, and […]
Pop Music and Cannabis: A Romance That Began in the 1930s
Aside from a brief mention in a Drake song, you probably won’t hear any obvious cannabis lyrics at this Sunday’s Grammy Awards ceremony. Songs like Afroman’s “Because I Got High” and Willie Nelson’s “Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die” are now beloved classics, but they tend not to garner the hardware come awards season. On a […]
So We Have Attorney General Sessions – Whats Next For Marijuana?
by Justin Strekal, NORML Political DirectorFebruary 11, 2017 Photo by Gage Skidmore Despite historic opposition, members of the United States Senate voted 52 to 47 last week to approve the nomination of Alabama Sen. Jeff Sessions for US Attorney General. NORML thanks the tens of thousands of you who responded to our action alerts opposing this […]
CAN BREATHE in COPD Trial
Verified February 2017 by McGill University Sponsor: Information provided by (Responsible Party): Dennis Jensen, Ph.D., McGill University ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03060993 First received: February 11, 2017 Last updated: February 18, 2017 Last verified: February 2017 A growing body of physiological evidence now exists to support a potential role for inhaled cannabis in the medical management of […]
Hawaii cannabis expo gets underway as lawmakers continue medical marijuana push
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The 2nd Annual Hawaii Cannabis Expo kicked off at the Blaisdell Center on Friday. The three-day event aims to educate the public on potential benefits offered by the cannabis plant, while providing attendees with information on how to safely access it in Hawaii as a registered patient. This comes as lawmakers push for several bills […]
First Look at a State’s Quality Assurance Medical Marijuana Testing Lab
A look at one of three of the state’s quality assurance labs that will test marijuana for medical use. Steep Hill Hawaii will test marijuana for dispensaries across the islands. Chemists will use machines to test for potency, pesticides, heavy metals, and mold. This comes as the state health department approved three of the eight […]
The Pioneer: Wanda James, the 1st Black Woman to Own a Marijuana Dispensary, Gets Real
February 10, 2017– By Kirsten West Savali Drug policy is race policy. To honor drug-policy reformers on the front lines, this Black History Month, the Drug Policy Alliance, in partnership with The Root, is bringing you the stories of four phenomenal people who have been instrumental in shaping conversations around drug policy and its lethal […]
Trump's Vague, Failed Rhetoric Has Potential to Unleash New Harm
February 10, 2017– By Michelle Wright Yesterday’s executive orders are yet another example of President Trump’s fear mongering; using falsehoods, misinformation and coded rhetoric to push through his extreme and intolerant agenda. The Drug Policy Alliance’s work to end the war on drugs connects the dots on these kinds of attacks on civil and human […]
Florida Officials Clash With Voters Over Medical Cannabis Rules
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Three months after Florida voters overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment on medical marijuana, state health officials and prospective patients are at odds over proposed rules that would spell out who could get cannabis. State officials have recommended restrictions on what type of patients can qualify for medical marijuana, and where they […]
Weekly Legislative Roundup, 2/10/2017
by Justin Strekal, NORML Political DirectorFebruary 10, 2017 Welcome to this week’s edition of the legislative roundup! One thing is clear so far this year, elected officials see the writing on the wall when it comes to marijuana in America. This week, the number of bills filed throughout the country pertaining to various marijuana related […]
Plan for (and Enjoy) the Ultimate Wake and Bake with These Tips
Lazy Sunday mornings set aside to indulge in the timeless act of a much anticipated ‘wake and bake’ have been a staple in cannabis culture almost as long as consuming the plant itself. Sleeping in late, rolling up a relaxing strain, diving into a rich (possibly infused) breakfast with nothing planned for the day ahead […]
Cannabis Isn’t Making You Lazy, Your Bad Habits Are
If you consume cannabis for non-medicinal purposes, at some point you may have gone through that phase of “Man, I’ve gotta cut this shit out and get my life together.” Or even if you haven’t been compelled to quit altogether, you’ve definitely felt like you need to cut back tremendously. This usually comes after an […]
Washington is Overtaking Colorado in Cannabis Sales
The Colorado Department of Revenue just released its end of the year cannabis sales data for 2016. (Actually the state only releases its tax revenue data. We did the math to figure out total sales.) After adding December’s total, the annual sales figure for the Rocky Mountain State came in at $1,269,822,379.31. Washington state recorded $1,109,088,781.00 in […]
New Strains Alert: Brainwreck, DJ Andy Williams, Dirty Widow, and More
This week’s New Strains Alert is a gathering of good herbs made by and for good folks. Andy Williams was a sensational DJ and snowboarder, and we’re glad to list his strain to help immortalize the good energy and good vibes he shared. Also, we have two Trainwreck crosses for fans seeking the exhilarating rush […]
Colorado Pot Sales Hit $1.3 Billion, Taxes to Pay for ‘Game-Changing’ Program
Colorado is doing something constructive with the millions in marijuana revenue it’s raking in annually. The Department of Human Services and Governor John Hickenlooper have requested an annual allocation of more than $6 million from the state’s marijuana-tax cash fund for a new program that would offer help to chronic drug users instead of criminalizing […]
The bong is dead. Long live the bong.
Published: Feb 10, 2017, 1:56 pm • Updated: Feb 10, 2017, 1:56 pm By Bruce Kennedy, The Cannabist Staff Though its history goes back centuries, the trusty water pipe is at a crossroads, as marijuana legalization changes how pot enthusiasts consume their cannabis. Several parts of the world lay claim to the invention of the […]
Third Hawaii medical marijuana dispensary ready to grow
Published: Feb 10, 2017, 1:32 pm • Updated: Feb 10, 2017, 1:33 pm By The Associated Press HONOLULU — Hawaii has given the green light to a third dispensary to begin acquiring and growing marijuana. Oahu-based Manoa Botanicals got the state Department of Health’s permission on Thursday. Aloha Green Holdings Inc. of Oahu and Maui […]
Attend 2017 CannaCon Business Convention in Seattle
Attend 2017 CannaCon Business Convention in Seattle! As this everchanging cannabis industry grows from a reported 57 billion dollars in 2016, With conventions in Denver, Alaska, California, Jamaica, and Boston in 2017 CannaCon is continuing to grow across America and around the world.From politicians to celebrities and innovators, we have created a diverse, educational, and enriching […]
420 Evaluations in Santa Cruz , Get Approved Online!
420 Evaluations in Santa Cruz can now be completed online to get a medical marijuana card for just $39. Start now! If you’re reading this article, you’re probably either wondering what a 420 evaluation is or what’s the best way to get approved for medical marijuana. Or maybe you’re looking specifically to find a 420 […]
Dispensary Showcase: Bud Hut in Maple Valley, Washington
3rd Hawaii Medical Marijuana Dispensary To Start Growing
3rd Hawaii Medical Marijuana Dispensary To Start Growing By Zachary Babin – February 10, 2017 HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii has given the green light to a third dispensary to begin acquiring and growing marijuana. Oahu-based Manoa Botanicals got the state Department of Health’s permission on Thursday. Aloha Green Holdings Inc. of Oahu and Maui Grown […]
This State Has the Nation’s Cheapest Weed!
Rentals in Portland are comparable to cities like New York and Berkeley, which means expensive, but thankfully, Oregon has the cheapest weed in the country. As reporter Nigel Jaquiss reported in Willamette Week, in these troubled times, it’s making Oregon great again. Forbes did the nation a favor by ranking pot prices in all 50 states […]
S 02, Ep. 97: Cannabist Show: He went from patient to grower; He wants to fire up your emojis
Published: Feb 10, 2017, 10:15 am • Updated: Feb 10, 2017, 10:15 am Featured guests: Kushmoji creator Ben Tyson and Danny Sloat co-founder of AlpinStash. Podcast: Play in new window | Download LOTS TO TALK ABOUT • Entering the cannabis industry as a patient, after crediting medical marijuana with saving your life. • Weed emoji; […]
The Effects of Cannabis on Visual Functions in Healthy and Retinitis Pigmentosa Patients
Medical Marijuana is used widely, and its effects on the visual system and the function of the retina have not been investigated thoroughly. Some evidence suggests that cannabinoids may be beneficial in certain degenerative diseases of the retina. The purpose of the study is To determine whether cannabis derivatives affect the visual functions in healthy […]
Hawaii OKs another dispensary to grow pot
Hawaii has given the green light to a third dispensary to begin acquiring and growing marijuana. Oahu-based Manoa Botanicals got the state Department of Health’s permission on Thursday. Aloha Green Holdings Inc. of Oahu and Maui Grown Therapies are the only other businesses that have received state approval for cultivation out of the state’s eight […]
Lawmakers puzzle over how to allow pot to be carried inter-island
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – As Hawaii’s medical marijuana industry takes shape, patients have stumbled across a problem: What about traveling inter-island with their pot? Lawmakers are looking at the issue to ensure that patients will be able to fly with their medical marijuana. But proposals before the state Legislature are drawing concerns. State Attorney General Doug Chin […]
Trump's Criminal Justice Executive Orders Build on a Week of Dangerous Rhetoric and Counterproductive Policies
In the last week, President Trump made a number of statements and announcements signaling that he is planning to ramp up the failed drug war, a disturbing departure from criminal justice reforms and progress from recent years. Today, President Trump issued three Executive Orders on crime and public safety, including one entitled “Executive Order on […]
Third Hawaii dispensary gets OK to begin growing marijuana
Business Breaking| Top News By Kristen Consillio kconsillio@nullstaradvertiser.com February 9, 2017 Updated February 9, 2017 4:45pm ASSOCIATED PRESS A third Hawaii medical marijuana contractor received state approval today to begin legally growing pakalolo. Manoa Botanicals LLC, which is opening a Honolulu dispensary on Young Street, joined Aloha Green Holdings Inc. on Oahu and Maui Grown […]
Colorado sold $1.3 billion worth of marijuana in 2016
Published: Feb 9, 2017, 5:25 pm • Updated: Feb 9, 2017, 5:26 pm By Alicia Wallace, The Cannabist Staff It’s a billion-dollar business — and then some. In 2016, Colorado’s dispensaries bagged $1.3 billion in recreational and medical cannabis sales, based on Colorado Department of Revenue tax data released Thursday. To put the state’s third […]
Cannabis Tinctures: Uses, Effects, and Recipes
Cannabis tinctures are a simple way for patients to take their medicine and are easy to make at home. Tinctures are one of the oldest methods of consuming marijuana. In fact, before prohibition began in 1937, tinctures were the most common type of cannabis medicine in the United States. While less common today, cannabis tinctures […]
The Produce Pipeline: Smugglers Now Using ‘Limes’ to Move Illicit Cannabis
With the spread of legalization, the American demand for illicit Mexican-sourced cannabis has fallen precipitously. But that doesn’t mean smugglers don’t still move product across the border. In fact, the reduced demand for Mexican brickweed seems to have spurred traffickers to a new level of creativity. Their latest invention: Fake produce. Yesterday, US Customs and […]
Product Review: The 2-Strain Cannador With Blustream Hygrometer
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 the 2-Strain Cannador with the Blustream Hygrometer. 2-Strain Cannador at a Glance Product type: Portable e-nail and vape pen Manufacturer: Cannador (bluetooth hygrometer by Blustream) Price: $159.00 (bluetooth hygrometer costs […]
Searching for Jack Herer, the ‘Emperor’ of American Cannabis
Herer’s historiography is still debated today, and his legacy remains unfinished. Herer, who liked to say his last named rhymed with “terror,” will be remembered among those historic legions of misfits, holy fools, and single-minded obsessives whose refusal to give up on their ideas eventually pushed them in front of the establishment gatekeepers, where their […]
New Hampshire House Committee Approves Decriminalization Bill
The New Hampshire House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee overwhelmingly voted to pass HB 640, a bill that would decriminalize possession of one ounce or less of marijuana. The vote, 14-2, was overwhelming, and it appears very likely that the House will pass HB 640 with a huge margin of support. The Committee also […]
Adult Use Bills Introduced in Maryland Senate
This week, two companion bills that would legalize and regulate personal use amounts of cannabis for adults 21 and up were introduced in the Maryland Senate. SB 928 would allow adults to possess up to one ounce of cannabis and to grow up to six plants, and would set up regulated businesses that would cultivate, […]
Vegas, Baby: Retail Cannabis Shops Could Open in July
CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — Recreational marijuana shops could open in Nevada as early as July 1 under a timeline proposed by the state’s top tax official Wednesday. Regulators at the state Department of Taxation have been crafting rules and deadlines to govern recreational marijuana since Nevada voters legalized it for adults 21 and older […]
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Canada's Tokyo Smoke makes a U.S. move with acquisition of Van der Pop
Published: Feb 9, 2017, 11:02 am • Updated: Feb 9, 2017, 11:02 am By Katie Shapiro, The Cannabist Staff In some cool cannabis collaboration news, on-the-rise lifestyle brands Tokyo Smoke and Van der Pop have officially joined forces. Tokyo Smoke, which is moving toward U.S. expansion from its Toronto headquarters, has acquired Van der Pop, […]
Jeff Sessions Confirmed as Attorney General
On Wednesday, Alabama Sen. Jeff Sessions was narrowly confirmed as the new Attorney General in a 51-47 vote, split largely along party lines. MPP released the following statement from its federal policies director, Robert Capecchi: “MPP remains cautiously optimistic that the Trump administration will refrain from interfering in state marijuana laws. When asked about his […]
Anti-Marijuana Candidate Jeff Sessions Confirmed for Attorney General
After much deliberation, the U.S. Senate confirmed anti-marijuana candidate Senator Jeff Sessions for Attorney General, Wednesday with a vote of 52-47. “I can’t express how appreciative I am for those of you who stood by me during this difficult time”, said Sessions, “By your vote tonight I have been given a real challenge. I’ll do […]
Medical Marijuana in the Pediatric Central Nervous System Tumor Population
Primary Outcome Measures: Children’s Hospital Colorado (CHCO) Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (CCBD) is a national leader in pediatric cancer therapy. The CHCO Neuro-Oncology program treats more that 90% of Coloradan children with Central Nervous System (CNS) tumors and a large percentage of children with CNS tumors from the surrounding five states. Due to […]
Respect States Marijuana Laws Act of 2017 Introduced by Republican Congressman
Cannabis advocate, Republican Congressman Dana Rohrabacher (R-CA), introduced the Respect States Marijuana Laws Act of 2017 this week. The bill is aimed at protecting individuals in the cannabis industry against threats of federal prosecution. The bill, HR975 was introduced by the longtime Congressional ally to the cannabis industry, and Trump supporter Rep. Rohrabacher. A coalition […]
Massachusetts Senator Jason Lewis Attempts to Undermine Will of Voters
Massachusetts Senator Jason Lewis (D-MA) attempts to undermine legalization and the will of voters by introducing fourteen new bills. The proposed laws would target the sale, cultivation and possession of cannabis. The recreational cannabis law took effect December 15, yet the structure for implementation remains to be seen. On Election Day, the measure garnered 53.6% of […]
Study: Cannabis Extract Associated with Improved Survival Rates in Glioma Patients
Glioma in the left parietal lobe (brain CT scan), WHO grade 2. (Wikimedia/Mikhail Kalinin) NORML | February 9, 2017 LONDON — Brain tumor patients treated with cannabis extracts possessed increased one-year survival rates compared to those who went untreated, according to clinical trial data reported this week by British biotechnology firm GW Pharmaceuticals. Twenty-one patients […]
Understanding the Role of Silicon (Si) in Plant Growth and Health
Understanding the role of Silicon (Si) in plant growth and how it affects plant health has recently been a subject of substantial research. Experienced growers have always wondered why plants do better in soil as compared to soilless mediums. The difference is likely to be (Si), which is naturally available in soil but not in […]
What will be AG Jeff Sessions' first move on marijuana?
Published: Feb 8, 2017, 8:16 pm • Updated: Feb 9, 2017, 5:26 pm By Alicia Wallace, The Cannabist Staff A new lawman has come to town, and the marijuana industry could be in for major upheaval. But just how much change Attorney General Jeff Sessions might impart — and how quickly he’ll address federal marijuana […]
Senate Votes to Confirm Jeff Sessions for U.S. Attorney General
Tonight the U.S. Senate voted 52 to 47 to confirm Senator Jeff Sessions as Attorney General. Most Republicans voted for him; most Democrats voted against him. The vote comes after two months of organized opposition as hundreds of organizations expressed concerns about Sessions’s record and racially-charged statements he has made in the past. “Jeff Sessions […]
Egged on by Sheriffs, Trump Endorses Police Practice of Taking Property from Innocent People
February 8, 2017– By Theshia Naidoo During a brief meeting with sheriffs where President Trump was apparently introduced to the complex subject of civil asset forfeiture, he offered to destroy the career of the Texas State Senator seeking to reform the system. Whether this was an actual threat or a poor and misguided attempt at […]
From Idea to Operation: 4 Tips For Your Business
By Simone Cimiluca-Radzins, CPA Starting up is hard. Starting up a successful business is even more challenging. I’ve always used the statistic that 80% of businesses fail within the first 5 years of operation due to poor strategic, financial, and operational decisions. I am a true believer that operating in the cannabis industry is even harder […]
The 2nd Annual Hawaii Cannabis Expo Is February 10-12
The second annual Hawaii Cannabis Expo will begin on February 10 at 5 p.m. The first day’s events will close at 8 p.m. The event lasts through February 12. Attendees will obtain information about the medical marijuana program and on obtaining certifications. The expo is designed to educate the public regarding medical marijuana in Hawaii, […]
Annual AOCS Meeting Spotlights Cannabinoid Analytics
The AOCS Annual Meeting is an international science and business forum on fats, oils, surfactants, lipids and related materials. The American Oil Chemist’s Society (AOCS) is holding their meeting in Orlando, Florida from April 30 to May 3, 2017. Last year’s meeting included discussions on best practices and the pros and cons of different extraction […]
Colorado Cannabis Lab Methods Updated for Microbial Testing
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s (CDPHE) Marijuana Laboratory Inspection Program issued a bulletin on January 30th regarding updates required for licensed cannabis testing labs. The updated method for microbial contaminant testing includes a longer incubation period in yeast and mold testing. “After careful consideration of emerging data regarding the use and effectiveness […]
GOP Congressman Introduces ‘Respect State Marijuana Laws Act’
Rep. Dana Rohrabacher Republican Congressman Dana Rohrabacher of California introduced legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday that would resolve the conflict between state and federal marijuana laws and allow states to determine their own marijuana policies. The Respect State Marijuana Laws Act exempts individuals and entities from certain provisions of the Controlled […]
Humboldt’s Finest Sets the Industry Standard in Sustainable Sun Grown Cannabis
HUMBOLDT, Calif., Feb. 7, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Humboldt’s Finest, the leader in craft cannabis production, is setting the standard for sustainable cannabis cultivation with advanced “sun grown” and “rain grown” farming techniques. With cannabis production expanding rapidly in California, the water use and carbon footprint of the industry is becoming a real concern. Humboldt’s Finest […]
Humboldt's Finest Sets the Industry Standard in Sustainable Sun Grown Cannabis
Humboldt’s Finest farms are all PFC Verified (Patient Focused Certification), ensuring regulatory compliance and high quality product safety standards are adhered to. HUMBOLDT, Calif., Feb. 7, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Humboldt’s Finest, the leader in craft cannabis production, is setting the standard for sustainable cannabis cultivation with advanced “sun grown” and “rain grown” farming techniques. With […]
US Veterans Enroll in First Trial of Marijuana for Chronic PTSD
I received a press release from one of my favorite organizations, Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS). I was excited to learn that U.S. Veterans have a chance to enroll in the first trial of marijuana for chronic PTSD (post traumatic stress syndrome). In my time as an activist I have heard from hundreds of […]
Health Canada Will Hold Random Medical Marijuana Tests
Health Canada will begin randomly testing pot from licensed medical marijuana producers to ensure that unauthorized pesticides are not used in the growing process, after two growers were found to be using banned pesticides, the agency announced Wednesday. The random inspections will check to ensure that licensed producers are sticking to the list of 13 […]
Florida On Path to Implement Medical Cannabis Legalization
Voters in Florida passed Amendment 2 last year with an overwhelming majority of over 70%. The constitutional amendment went into effect on January 3rd this year and regulators have until July 3rd to promulgate the rules. The Florida Department of Health set up the Office of Compassionate Use (OCU) in July of 2014 after the passing […]
Philly To Host Medical Marijuana Training
By Paul Kurtz for CBS Philadelphia “It comes with a foundation in core cannabis. What is it, how does cannabis work as a medicine, the conflict between state and federal law that’s required for all our training programs,”- Jahan Marcu PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Philadelphia is hosting medical marijuana experts and those who want to get […]