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American Man Arrested for Orchestrating “Cannabis Tours” in Colombia

By / April 11, 2024 /

In the realm of unconventional tourism, the concept of “high tourism” has taken an intriguing turn in Colombia. Recently, an American man, known colloquially as “Cannabis Jimmy,” made headlines for…

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Cultivating Collaboration: New Alliance of Cannabis Processors Emerges in New York

By / April 11, 2024 /

New York’s cannabis processors join forces, forming an alliance dedicated to advocacy and education. In a significant move for New York’s cannabis industry, eight licensed processors have joined forces to…

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High Stakes: Cannabis Debate Clouds Germany’s Oktoberfest

By / April 11, 2024 /

Bavarian Authorities Mull Cannabis Restrictions at Oktoberfest Amid Legalization The iconic Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, renowned for its beer, bratwurst, and bustling festivities, may see a significant change this year.…

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Breaking Ground: Indigenous Women Pioneering the Cannabis Industry

By / April 11, 2024 /

Reservations across the United States serve as both havens of tribal sovereignty and battlegrounds for navigating complex relationships with federal and state governments. Within these communities, a quiet revolution is…

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Health Alert: Mike Tyson Cannabis Flower Recalled in California Due to Mold

By / April 11, 2024 /

In a recent development, California’s Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) has issued a mandatory recall for cannabis flower bearing the brand of celebrity boxer Mike Tyson. The recall, initiated on…

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Impact of Federal Seizures on New Mexico’s Cannabis Businesses

By / April 11, 2024 /

In recent weeks, a troubling trend has emerged along the border checkpoints of New Mexico: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents are reportedly seizing regulated cannabis products, a move…

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Ensuring Safety and Compliance: The Montana Cannabis Regulatory Landscape

By / April 11, 2024 /

Montana’s Cannabis Control Division (CCD) is at the forefront of efforts to uphold public health and safety standards through the implementation of the Montana Cannabis Regulation and Taxation Act. This…

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Tax Troubles: California Cannabis Businesses Face Default as 2025 Tax Increase Looms

By / April 11, 2024 /

Nearly a quarter-billion dollars of 2023 cannabis taxes are in default, threatening to weaken California’s market, especially with an impending excise tax increase to 19%. The taxman is knocking on…

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Federal Study Reveals 610% Surge in Medical Cannabis Patient Enrollment Since 2016

By / April 11, 2024 /

A new federal study sheds light on the remarkable surge in enrollment in state-legal medical cannabis programs across the United States in recent years. Conducted by researchers from the Centers…

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Addressing Labor Shortages: Overhauling Cannabis Testing Policies in the Trucking Industry (Op-Ed)

By / April 11, 2024 /

“Workplace policies, and those that regulate federal workers specifically, must adapt to this new reality and cease punishing employees for activities they engage in during their off-hours that pose no…

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Hearing Highlights: Pennsylvania Lawmakers Tackle Cannabis Justice in Wake of New Legalization Bill

By / April 11, 2024 /

Pennsylvania Lawmakers Explore Cannabis Legalization with a Focus on Equity Pennsylvania lawmakers are continuing their deliberations on cannabis legalization, with a recent hearing highlighting the importance of social justice and…

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Ohio Governor Pushes for Ban on Public Cannabis Consumption and Delta-8 THC Products

By / April 11, 2024 /

In regard to marijuana, we must respect the will of Ohio voters. However, I doubt if very many people who voted yes on Issue 2 wanted their kids breathing in…

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