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Seed-to-Success Cannabis program providing free training to Cannabis entrepreneurs
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Seed-to-Success Cannabis program providing free training to Cannabis entrepreneurs Image Cannabis NewsApril 25, 2024 Free Cannabis Growing Course Draws Over 100 Participants in New York. More than 100 New Yorkers have completed a free two-day cannabis growing course that covers regulatory and workforce education in addition to cultivation, as the p
Ban on Cannabis use is violation of basic rights
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Ban on Cannabis use is violation of basic rights Image Cannabis NewsApril 25, 2024 People should be free to do what they want with their plants. Possession of cannabis should never have been prohibited. Pennsylvania will relegalize it, primarily for financial gains. I believe the reason should be to restore our basic human right to grow and use pla
The Cannabis Market Is Booming in Japan
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
South Carolina Medical Marijuana Bill Ready for the House
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South Carolina Medical Marijuana Bill Ready for the House Image Cannabis NewsApril 23, 2024 South Carolina Nears Medical Cannabis Legalization Amid Political Support. The South Carolina Senate initially approved medical cannabis in February, 2024. Strong political endorsement by Nancy Mace helps propels SC legislation Governor McMaster’s comments s
Illinois Governor Cites Cannabis Reform While Campaigning for Biden
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Illinois Governor Cites Cannabis Reform While Campaigning for Biden Image Cannabis NewsApril 23, 2024 Illinois Governor Pritzker Stumps for President Biden on 4/20, Highlights Cannabis Policy Reforms. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker campaigned for the reelection of President Biden on 4/20, citing Democratic-led advances for marijuana policy reform.
New Mexico Marijuana Seizures Highlight Federal-State Conflict
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New Mexico Marijuana Seizures Highlight Federal-State Conflict Image Cannabis NewsApril 23, 2024 Federal Enforcement Actions Pose Challenges to New Mexico's State-Legalized Marijuana Industry. New Mexico’s legalized marijuana clashes with federal actions. Federal seizures disrupt New Mexico’s regulated cannabis market. Federal reform needed to alig

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