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MOBILE, Ala. [WKRG] — Six families have filed a lawsuit against the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) over the lack of accessible medical cannabis for their children. The lawsuit claims that the AMCC has not yet established a patient registry, which has been required by state law since 2022...

In April, Oklahomans for Responsible Cannabis Action (ORCA) proposed a constitutional amendment to legalize marijuana for adults 21 and older. ORCA's director, Jed Green, emphasized that the message behind the proposal is clear: marijuana is a plant with a long history, and its prohibition has had n...

High-intensity LED lights, including those tailored for seedlings, are far from plug-and-play systems. Cultivators must account for variables like defoliation, environmental parameters, and feed when they install high-intensity LED lighting fixtures. These play critical roles in plant morphology, yi...

Starting as soon as July, cannabis retailers with a new medical-use endorsement will be able to sell medical-grade pot products to select patients enrolled in the state's medical program.  Since Vermont's first recreational cannabis dispensaries opened their doors in 2022, the state's medical m...

The situation with Alabama's yet-to-be-launched medical cannabis program has gone from really bad to worse.  Medical cannabis was legalized in the state after Governor Kay Ivey signed Senate Bill 46 into law in 2021. After developing regulations in 2022, the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission ...

I've been a daily cannabis consumer for nearly a decade, but I'm not sure the "stoner" label applies anymore. These days, a few puffs is an end-of-day ritual in the comfort of my home. I hadn't been baked in public in years until visiting Cirrus Social Club, a new cannabis lounge that opened on East...

Cannabis has deep roots in Nepal's spiritual, cultural, and medicinal traditions. But for decades, the herb has been caught in the crossfire of global politics and the war on drugs. Despite its historic and religious significance, the future of cannabis in Nepal is now on the brink of change.  ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. — New data released by New York State reveals the legal cannabis market has generated a staggering $1.02 billion in total retail sales statewide, with a significant $869 million of that pouring in during 2024 alone.  "The numbers are very doable, as far as revenue that we've alrea...

WASHINGTON — Reps. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., and Dina Titus, D-Nev., were joined on Capitol Hill on Tuesday by more than two dozen cannabis policy reform advocates as they introduced a bill they hope will end restrictions on federal funding for research into its medical and recreational use.  The bi...

Many cannabis events and parties are being planned for the 4/20/2025 weekend next month throughout New Jersey and the rest of the year.  4/20 is the traditional stoner holiday.  Unfortunately, it falls on East Sunday this year. So many are holding parties the day before.  Notably, 4/1...

A trio of research firms who contend Missouri is a poster child for success in the cannabis industry hope to win a contract to study the state's market closer.  "As it relates to cannabis markets, Missouri is pretty famously the model to follow," said Mackenzie Slade, CEO and owner of New York-...

In an industry where cash remains king due to federal prohibition, Needham Bank is a rare financial ally for cannabis entrepreneurs across the Northeast. While most institutions shy away from the sector, this Massachusetts bank has deliberately positioned itself at the intersection of traditional ba...

Cannabis Evolution 2024 2025 Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 28, 2025

The cannabis industry has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, and 2024 was no exception. As the world continued to embrace legalization and innovation, the cannabis market experienced significant milestones that have set the stage for an exciting 2025. From shifting regulations to

New Jersey's Cannabis Market Thrives: $1 Billion In Sales, Policy Shifts, Industry Insights At Benzinga Event Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 28, 2025

The Garden State’s cannabis industry will take center stage at the upcoming Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight on March 4, 2025, at the Delta Hotels by Marriott in Somerset. This event aims to delve into New Jersey‘s burgeoning cannabis market, offering insights into retail opportunities, supply

ALS and the Potential of Cannabis-Based Therapies: Insights from Dr. Ethan Russo Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 28, 2025

On February 20, 2025, CReDo Science presented, “Update on ALS: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Cannabis, and Hope for the Future,” an hour-long webinar in which Ethan Russo, MD, neurologist and medical researcher discussed ALS symptoms, conventional treatments, and studies on treatments using

ALS and the Potential of Cannabis-Based Therapies: Insights from Dr. Ethan Russo Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 28, 2025

On February 20, 2025, CReDo Science presented, “Update on ALS: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Cannabis, and Hope for the Future,” an hour-long webinar in which Ethan Russo, MD, neurologist and medical researcher discussed ALS symptoms, conventional treatments, and studies on treatments using

Village Farms International Expands Medical Cannabis Distribution to New Zealand Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 28, 2025

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Village Farms International, Inc. (“Village Farms” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VFF) today announced its first shipment to New Zealand through its wholly-owned subsidiary Pure Sunfarms. The shipment features Pink Kush, the top-selling

Psychedelics-Focused Compass Pathways Has Established Itself As 'Credible CNS Biotechnology Company,' Analyst Says Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 28, 2025

Stifel initiated coverage on Compass Pathways plc, saying, “The Time Is Now for Psychedelics. Compass is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing psychedelics-based drugs for neuropsychiatric disorders. The analyst equates COMP360 to Spravato 2.0. Johnson & Johnson’s Spravato

Germany's Cannabis Imports Increase 4x In 2024 Amid Regulatory Changes: Which Countries Are Top Providers? Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 28, 2025

Germany’s medical cannabis imports hit a record 31.6 metric tons in the fourth quarter of 2024, marking a nearly fourfold increase from Q1 2024 and a 53% rise from Q3 2024, according to a new report from Zuanic & Associates. The surge is primarily attributed to changes in Germany’s Narcotics Law

Royal 4 Systems to Showcase Seed-to-Sale Cannabis Software at NECANN 2025 Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 27, 2025

LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Royal 4 Systems, a leading global provider of seed-to-sale cannabis software solutions, today announced its participation in the New England Cannabis Convention (NECANN) 2025, taking place March 21-22 at the Hynes Convention