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The Structure of the Hemp Plant

Hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) is a versatile crop cultivated for its fibers, seeds, and oils. Understanding its basic botanical structure is essential for cultivation, harvesting, and processing. This document outlines the primary components of the hemp plant, including the roots, stalk, leaves, and flo...

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Hemp Facts: Nutritional and Health Benefits

Hemp, derived from the Cannabis sativa plant, is a versatile agricultural commodity celebrated for its nutritional profile and potential health benefits. This document provides an overview of the key facts regarding hemp, particularly focusing on its dietary and wellness advantages. I. Nutritional P...

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Hemp Facts - Water Usage

Hemp is often recognized for its relatively low water consumption when compared to other major crops. This characteristic makes it a valuable sustainable option in agriculture, especially in regions facing water scarcity. Comparison to Other Crops When assessing the environmental impact of crops, wa...

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Parsippany Approves Two New Cannabis Dispensaries

PARSIPPANY — The Township Council of Parsippany-Troy Hills has formally endorsed applications by Fresh Dispensary Parsippany, LLC, and Troy Hills Club, LLC, in their pursuit of Class 5 Recreational Cannabis Retailer Licenses from the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC). The unanimous vot...

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FundCanna Rocks MJBizCon ‘25 with Cool Finance Tech!

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / November 26, 2025 / FundCanna, the leading lender for the cannabis industry, is taking center stage at MJBizCon 2025 by sponsoring The Hub at the Las Vegas Convention Center and hosting three education sessions during the conference. CEO Adam Stettner will a...

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Scientists Reveal Inaccurate Weed THC Labels

Colorado researchers tested hundreds of cannabis products and found that almost half of flower labels overstated their THC potency. The findings reveal how inconsistent testing and labeling practices can mislead consumers about strength and safety. Scientists say future labels should also include ot...

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MMJ Stands with DEA - Huntington's Chorea Persists

MMJ Wishes DEA Officials a Happy Thanksgiving - While Reminding Them That Huntington's Chorea Doesn't Take Holidays.WASHINGTON, D.C. / ACCESS Newswire / November 27, 2025 / MMJ International Holdings Extends Warm Thanksgiving Wishes to DEA's Anti-Cannabis Holdouts - And Encourages a Moment of Reflec...

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Saranac Lake Launches Cannabis Grant Program

The village of Saranac Lake is preparing to launch a new tax grant program funded by local cannabis sales, aiming to reinvest revenue into community organizations, events and initiatives. During Monday's meeting, the village board refined the details of a proposed law that would allocate 75% of cann...

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Over $5B in Cannabis Tax Collected!

OTTAWA — Ottawa and the provinces raked in more than $5.4 billion in cannabis tax revenue since the drug was legalized for recreational use in October 2018. The federal government has collected $1.2 billion, with the remaining $4.2 billion going to provincial coffers. Ontario took in the greatest pr...

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Could CBD Protect Livers of Heavy Drinkers?

MONDAY, Nov. 24, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A study of more than 66,000 U.S. adults finds that heavy drinkers who also used cannabis were less likely to develop liver disease than those who drank heavily without using weed. While the study authors were quick to say that this isn't a recommendation to s...

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Michigan 24% Weed Tax Faces Court Challenge!

A Michigan Court of Claims judge in Detroit will hear arguments Tuesday on whether a controversial new tax on marijuana was adopted in violation of the state Constitution. The 24% wholesale tax on cannabis was the linchpin of a budget deal that was adopted last month by the Legislature and signed by...

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Hemp Law Threatens THC Drinks Boom

It's Friday afternoon at Total Wine and More in Arlington, Va., and the shelves are sparkling with shiny bottles and cans. They include an option that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago: drinks containing THC instead of alcohol, in more than 30 flavors and varieties. With names like Mo...

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The Ganjier And The Future Of Cannabis Tasting

The experience in both wine and cannabis starts with ritual: swirling, inhaling, letting heat or air coax the plant's chemistry to life. Where wine has long relied on sommeliers to guide that moment, cannabis has spent decades without an equivalent voice to explain how cultivation, curing, and prepa...

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Senate Bill 56 Moves Forward in Ohio

The verdict is in on hemp in Ohio. After going through the House and Senate in the Buckeye State, Senate Bill 56 (SB 56) was sent to a legislative conference committee where members voted to approve, as well as advance a "negotiated" version of the bill (1,2). The new version brings new updates to t...

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Hemp Law's Sting: Will THC Drinks Survive?

It's Friday afternoon at Total Wine and More in Arlington, Va., and the shelves are sparkling with shiny bottles and cans. They include an option that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago: drinks containing THC instead of alcohol, in more than 30 flavors and varieties. With names like Mo...

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Indiana Missing Out on Mega Marijuana Profits

EVANSVILLE – Marijuana has long been illegal in Indiana. But now the burgeoning hemp business that's allowed scores of Delta-8 and Delta-9 products to flood the market could be in trouble, too. Earlier this month, as part of the massive bill to reopen the federal government, officials provided clear...

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Cannabis Industry Seeks Government Support for Exports

As Canada sets its sights on doubling non-US exports over the next decade, one sector believes it's being overlooked, despite already contributing hundreds of millions of dollars abroad. Canada's cannabis industry, once hailed as a global pioneer, is now calling for federal and provincial government...

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New Cannabis Brand Arrives In Arizona Today!

The cannabis market continues to evolve quickly, and every year introduces another New Cannabis brand aiming to stand out with quality, craft, and consistency. One New Cannabis brand making a major impact is Dialed In Gummies, which is now expanding into Arizona after building a strong following acr...

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New Language for Describing Weed Aromas!

As the cannabis industry continues to grow, researchers are taking a deeper look at the Aromas that shape consumer perception and product quality. In an industry often dominated by THC percentages, this new direction highlights how Aromas may offer a more reliable and meaningful way to evaluate cann...

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Washington's Hemp Market Faces Federal Law Changes

The evolution of underground industries in the United States often reflects bigger shifts in technology, regulation, and consumer demand. Just as the Hemp Market has rapidly expanded due to innovation and access, a darker parallel is emerging with the rise of ghost guns—untraceable firearms that can...

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