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State Attorneys General Coalition Urges DEA to Reschedule Cannabis for Public Health and Safety. A coalition of attorneys general say rescheduling cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III will allow the industry to continue to set the standard for legal products and work to eliminate the illicit

Ontario Doubles Cannabis Store Cap Amid Market Squeeze. Ontario’s move to raise the number of stores cannabis companies can operate has been welcomed by some in the industry, but an expert says the change may only help a select few operators in the over-saturated market. This month, the Ontario

Compounds in cannabis have the potential to prevent and treat Covid-19, according to a review of research published last month. The study found that cannabis compounds known as cannabinoids could prevent infection by SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid-19, as well as lessen the severity of the

As the cannabis industry continues to evolve, more and more products are emerging on the market. From traditional methods of smoking and edibles to newer innovations such as topicals and concentrates, it can be overwhelming for customers to navigate through all the options. However, one product in

Kent State University Launches Cannabis Certificate Programs. Ohio's recent legalization of recreational cannabis has brought about opportunities not only for existing cannabis businesses, but also for jobseekers looking to break into the industry. To meet that demand and prepare for industry growth

Tilray Eyes Quick Entry into US Medical Cannabis Market if Federal Reclassification Occurs. Tilray Brands believes it can get into the medical marijuana business in the U.S. pretty quickly if the Biden administration reclassifies cannabis as a Schedule 3 drug sometime this year, CEO Irwin Simon

Protein consumption is one of the most important parts of the human diet. It is a nutrient that all humans need to grow and repair cells, particularly cells in muscles and bones. Daily protein consumption is necessary for humans to perform life functions properly. When some people think of protein

Indiana Lawmakers Face Calls for Cannabis Legalization Amidst Surrounding State Developments. Wisconsin Assembly Republicans’ highly restrictive plan to legalize medical marijuana in the state drew a lukewarm response from Senate Republicans and Democratic Gov. Tony Evers on Monday. The bill would

For cannabis companies, this revelation is not just an interesting statistic; it is a roadmap to success. In a world increasingly defined by intangibles, brand-building has never been more paramount. And, never more so than in the continuously burgeoning and growing cannabis industry. The shift in

Even the Cannabis Council of Canada, an industry lobby group, can't open an account with any of Canada's five major banks. The refusal of Canada’s major banks to work with the legal cannabis industry represents a troubling lack of accountability while bolstering the black market, say industry

DEA's Review of Cannabis Reclassification Sparks Surge in Marijuana Stocks and ETFs. Marijuana stocks spiked following the report that the US Drug Enforcement Administration (“DEA”) is reviewing the potential reclassification of cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III. This development, initiated

Inhaled Cannabis Influences Feeding Behavior and Neurobiological Mechanisms in Rodents, Study Finds. In a recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers investigated how cannabinoid-1 receptor (CB1R) expressing neurons in the mediobasal hypothalamus ( MBH) regulate the

The historic policy shift remains Trudeau’s most significant feat, but the onerous excise tax has marred the journey to sunny days. A few weeks after Canada’s fifth anniversary of cannabis legalization, industry executives gathered in the Crystal Ballroom of the Omni King Edward Hotel in downtown

Turning Stone's Verona Collective Set to Elevate Cannabis Experience with Grand Opening on January 3. Oneida Indian Nation Homelands — On January 3, Verona Collective will open its first dispensary with a soft opening featuring a selection of the products most desired by cannabis aficionados. Verona

Snoop Dogg Talks New Cannabis Beverage Line: ‘Not Everyone Wants To Smoke Or Vape To Get High but Drinking Is Familiar’. "Healthy living and self-care is in," says Snoop Dogg, the renowned rapper and entrepreneur, in an exclusive interview as he discusses the launch of the hemp-infused Do It Fluid

Owning and using marijuana has been legal in Ohio for nearly two weeks. Now, those convicted of minor possession violations in the past are left wondering what will happen to their criminal records? Ohio residents convicted of minor marijuana possession could already get their records sealed or

Kent State University is breaking into cannabis education, and courses begin as soon as next month. To do this, KSU is partnering with Green Flower, an online education platform founded in 2014 in Ventura, California, by CEO Max Simon. “Education has been my background. But I’ve also been using

Mayor Justin Morris Bibb updated the city’s rules to accommodate for changes in state law. Cleveland, Ohio’s mayor announced the city would end its “antiquated” rules for employment, specifically removing the practice of drug-testing job applicants for cannabis. Mayor Justin M. Bibb announced Dec. 7

It’s one piece of the cannabis industry that gets left out of the 280E conversation and this is the marketing side of the business. Since companies can’t deduct marketing expenses, when it’s time to tighten the belt, that’s the first place the cuts happen. Public relations, advertising, sponsoring

MMD and Airfield Supply Company Mark Their Entry into Redwood City. Redwood City is set to see the opening of two new cannabis dispensaries this weekend. MMD, an established California cannabis brand, and Airfield Supply Company, a significant player in the cannabis retail market, are expanding