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The Cannabis Market Is Booming in Japan Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 The market in Japan expanded from $26,3 million in 2019 to $173,8 million in 2023. The nascent cannabis market in Japan has reportedly seen a massive increase in recent years. That is according to a newly published report by Euromonitor International, which revealed a “stagge
Bill to regulate Hemp products in Georgia awaits governor’s signature Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 Controversy Surrounds Proposed Legislation Regulating Hemp Products and Age Restrictions in Georgia. A bill regulating hemp products, licensing, and restricting their purchase to customers 21 and older awaits its fate on Governor Brian Kemp’s des
Cannabis industry celebrates strong 4/20 – despite software challenges for some Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 Sales data revealed record performance across most of the US. While social media has been awash with the technical difficulties and loss of sales experienced by many cannabis retailers who used Dutchie’s point-of-sale platform, most of
Cannabis Rolling Papers May Pose Potential Health Risks From Heavy Metals Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 Study Warns of Heavy Metal Risks in Cannabis Rolling Papers. The lack of regulation on cannabis rolling papers may expose users to health risks due to the presence of unsafe quantities of heavy metals, according to a new study. Researchers fr
Cannabis Rolling Papers May Pose Potential Health Risks From Heavy Metals Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 Study Warns of Heavy Metal Risks in Cannabis Rolling Papers. The lack of regulation on cannabis rolling papers may expose users to health risks due to the presence of unsafe quantities of heavy metals, according to a new study. Researchers fr
Lemon-Scented Marijuana Compound Reduces Weed’s ‘Paranoia’ Effect Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 The molecule that gives cannabis its citrusy smell can make THC less anxiety-inducing. At the right dose, cannabis has relaxing effects that can help ease anxiety and manage pain. The right dose is notoriously hard to determine, however, and just a l
Lemon-Scented Marijuana Compound Reduces Weed’s ‘Paranoia’ Effect Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 The molecule that gives cannabis its citrusy smell can make THC less anxiety-inducing. At the right dose, cannabis has relaxing effects that can help ease anxiety and manage pain. The right dose is notoriously hard to determine, however, and just a l
Sunburn Cannabis Opens First Tampa Retail Location, its 13th in Florida Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 Sunburn Cannabis Expands Footprint with Opening of Tampa Dispensary. Sunburn Cannabis, a Florida-based and vertically integrated cannabis operator, today announced the opening of its first dispensary in Tampa, the Company's 13th store in the Su
Sunburn Cannabis Opens First Tampa Retail Location, its 13th in Florida Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 Sunburn Cannabis Expands Footprint with Opening of Tampa Dispensary. Sunburn Cannabis, a Florida-based and vertically integrated cannabis operator, today announced the opening of its first dispensary in Tampa, the Company's 13th store in the Su
Cannabis Industry Has 440,000 Full-Time Workers Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 The growth of the past year was driven largely by young Midwestern states. More than 440,000. That is the approximate size of the cannabis industry’s labor force in this country, according to newly published research. The data, compiled by Vangst and Whitney Economics
How State Cannabis Policies May Affect Immigration Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 Research Raises Questions on Immigration Enforcement Shifts After Cannabis Legalization. Decline in deportations observed with the legalization of cannabis. Shifts in enforcement may reflect broader social and political dynamics. Debate grows over law enforcement p
Police seize approx. $8M in Cannabis plants in Niagara Falls Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 Police Bust Illegal Cannabis Operation in Abandoned Warehouse. A search warrant conducted by the Ontario Provincial Police-led Provincial Joint Forces Cannabis Enforcement Team has resulted in the seizure of cannabis plants with a potential street value o
Police seize approx. $8M in Cannabis plants in Niagara Falls Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 Police Bust Illegal Cannabis Operation in Abandoned Warehouse. A search warrant conducted by the Ontario Provincial Police-led Provincial Joint Forces Cannabis Enforcement Team has resulted in the seizure of cannabis plants with a potential street value o
Feds File Charges Against Maine Weed Grower After Probe Spanning 20 States Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 Maine Man Arrested for Alleged Illegal Cannabis Cultivation Amidst Federal Investigation. A Maine man was arrested and held without bail last week on federal charges of illegal cannabis cultivation as part of a yearslong investigation encomp
Feds File Charges Against Maine Weed Grower After Probe Spanning 20 States Image Cannabis NewsApril 24, 2024 Maine Man Arrested for Alleged Illegal Cannabis Cultivation Amidst Federal Investigation. A Maine man was arrested and held without bail last week on federal charges of illegal cannabis cultivation as part of a yearslong investigation encomp
Breaking down the dos and don'ts of legal Cannabis in Minnesota Image Cannabis NewsApril 23, 2024 For the last year, Jen Randolph Reise has helped businesses prepare for legal cannabis across Minnesota. "I like to think of it as the speed limits have changed, and people don't know what the speed limits are," said Reise, Head of Business and Cannabi
NC Cherokee dispensary may offer Recreational Marijuana soon, Tribal Council member says Image Cannabis NewsApril 23, 2024 Cherokee Marijuana Dispensary Opens Doors, Fuels Speculation on North Carolina Cannabis Laws. The historic opening of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians marijuana dispensary on the Qualla Boundary on April 20 brought the drug
Kentucky advances Medical Marijuana business application date for smoother rollout Image Cannabis NewsApril 23, 2024 Kentucky lawmakers took action to make sure the new medical marijuana program rolls out smoothly. The program is set to go online January 1. To meet demand, they're moving up the date businesses can begin applying for licenses. “We h
