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Cannabis Still the World’s Most Used Substance, UN Report Says Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 3, 2024 According to the United Nations, there are an estimated 219 million cannabis users worldwide, with that number trending upward. Cannabis use around the world continues to eclipse other drugs––and is increasing. Opioids, meanwhile, continue to cause the
Can I be fired for smoking weed in my off-hours? Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 2, 2024 What new California cannabis law says. Some cannabis users in California will be protected from discrimination in the workplace starting the new year. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2188 into law in 2022, banning employers from firing, penalizing or creating
UES Welcomes First Legal Cannabis Store in January Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 2, 2024 In the chic corridors of the Upper East Side (UES), a groundbreaking venture is about to bloom. January 4 marks a significant date for cannabis enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike as The Herbal Care (THC) opens its doors at 1412 Lexington Avenue. This isn’t just an
New Medical Marijuana laws in effect with start of new year Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 2, 2024 The new year means new laws are now in effect in Oklahoma. Several of the new laws that went into effect on Monday will impact the medical marijuana industry in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority will now be allowed to employ secret shoppe
Cannabis Industry Executives Share Predictions for 2024 Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 2, 2024 2024 will present opportunities and challenges for cannabis operators. Yet another turbulent but victory-filled 12 months for many in the cannabis trade is behind us, and plenty of business leaders are ready to focus on 2024. “The forthcoming year will be the
New Tennessee law for Cannabis and hemp sales putting some retailers on edge Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2023 Tennessee cannabis and hemp retailers are concerned the industry is at risk of ending because of a new state law. Before Senate Bill 378 was passed in April, hemp cannabis farmers were able to sell their flower products with limited res
Orange County Cannabis Company gets final approval to open Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2023 An Orange County cannabis dispensary just received final approval from the state to begin selling their product. The owner of Orange County Cannabis Company in Wawayanda told News 12 he was overjoyed to learn the news. The family-owned business was among
Minnesota Health Officials Issue Warning About Illegal High-Potency Hemp Products Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2023 The Minnesota Department of Health is warning consumers that hemp THC products that exceed state potency limits are being sold at some retailers. The Minnesota Department of Health has issued a bulletin warning consumers that retai
Already nation's top Hemp producer, South Dakota aims to capitalize on Budding industry Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2023 Acres planted in 2023 up 42 percent. South Dakota led the country in the amount of hemp harvested last year, and the number of acres used to farm the newly legal crop continues to grow. The South Dakota Industrial Hemp Associ
Alberta to Allow Cannabis Retails to Sell Products at Trade Shows and Festivals Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 Alberta Eases Cannabis Retail Regulations, Allowing Temporary Sales at Events and Festivals. The Canadian province of Alberta has announced plans to implement a swathe of changes to its retail cannabis regulations, including giving p
Cannabis, cash and fake gun seized in police raids Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 Three men have been arrested after a large cannabis farm was uncovered alongside £6,000 cash and an imitation firearm. Police made the discovery after searches at two addresses in Leigh, Greater Manchester, on Tuesday. Two men, aged 21 and 24, were arrested on s
DeSantis’ Ties to Cannabis Industry Brought Into Question Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 A Florida State Senator has filed a proposal which would relieve the 280E tax burden on medical cannabis businesses. The news comes as CNN reports that Florida’s Governor and 2024 Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis was ‘courted by key figures
Landmark Bill Allowing Medical Cannabis to Be Sold in Pharmacies Quashed by DEA in Georgia Image Cannabis NewsDecember 19, 2023 Georgia’s ambitious plans to become the first US state to allow general pharmacies to dispense medical cannabis have been quashed by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). In October, Business of Cannabis reported that the Geo
Company behind Missouri Marijuana recall poses legal challenge to state’s regulations Image Cannabis NewsDecember 18, 2023 Missouri Cannabis Company Threatens Legal Showdown Over State's Authority in Hemp-Derived THC Regulation. The question currently before the commission is whether or not Missouri regulators have the authority to prohibit license
New York Medical Cannabis companies enter adult-use market amid mixed reactions Image Cannabis NewsDecember 18, 2023 New York Cannabis Growers Face Mixed Prospects as Big Retailers Enter Adult-Use Market. After New York marijuana regulators greenlit six of the state’s medical cannabis companies to expand into adult-use retail last week, local culti
Former US Attorney's Fighting Cannabis Rescheduling Image Cannabis NewsDecember 18, 2023 Former US Attorneys Urge AG Garland Not to Reclassify Cannabis, Cite Outdated Arguments. Citing the old classics reminiscent of Reefer Madness, nearly 30 former U.S. Attorneys sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland asking that cannabis not be reclass
