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Marijuana sold in New York’s unlicensed businesses contain harmful contaminants, report finds

Marijuana sold in New York’s unlicensed businesses contain harmful contaminants, report finds

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Cannabis NewsDecember 7, 2022

A new report found that about 40% of marijuana products sold in New York's unlicensed businesses contain potentially harmful contaminants. The results of a survey published last week highlighted the lack of control of regulators over the unlicensed business, which may affect public health issues

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Pesticides now permitted in Massachusetts Cannabis cultivation

Pesticides now permitted in Massachusetts Cannabis cultivation

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Cannabis NewsDecember 6, 2022

Because hemp and marijuana are both cannabis and only distinguished through law by the THC level, MDAR will allow the use on hemp to extend to marijuana as well. Last week, the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources adjusted its policy regarding the use of “pesticides on marijuana.”

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Children are ditching alcohol for Marijuana, as 20-year national US study shows a 245% increase

Children are ditching alcohol for Marijuana, as 20-year national US study shows a 245% increase

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Cannabis NewsDecember 5, 2022

Adolescent cannabis abuse has increased 245% since 2000 in the US, while alcohol abuse has steadily declined over the same period. That's according to a national, peer-reviewed study tracking intentional misuse and abuse reported to the National Poison Data System (NPDS) up until 2020. Findings

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Does Kentucky really grow more Marijuana than any other state?

Does Kentucky really grow more Marijuana than any other state?

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Cannabis NewsDecember 5, 2022

From decades-old news articles to political talking points to social media comment sections, conversations about marijuana in Kentucky bring an oft-repeated claim. Kentucky produces more cannabis than any other state, the claim goes, making the illegal drug the Bluegrass State’s top cash crop. On

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Cannabis companies ramp up recruitment efforts as recreational industry prepares launch

Cannabis companies ramp up recruitment efforts as recreational industry prepares launch

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Cannabis NewsDecember 5, 2022

Connecticut’s cannabis industry could account for more than 10,000 jobs just a few years after the recreational market launches, according to a recent study, and companies are already ramping up hiring efforts ahead of the first adult-use sales in the state. Cannabis employment recruitment firm

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The US Department of Agriculture will collect Hemp data in their Census of Agriculture

The US Department of Agriculture will collect Hemp data in their Census of Agriculture

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Cannabis NewsDecember 2, 2022

In their 2022 Census of Agriculture, the US Department of Agriculture will, for the first time, collect and publish data on farmers and producers who grow hemp for fabric, food products, and cannabidiol (CBD). For the first time, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is including hemp data in its

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December is a great month for Cannabis

December is a great month for Cannabis

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Cannabis NewsDecember 2, 2022

Many argue that November is one of the best months to buy pot given the deals and steals of Black Friday and Green Wednesday, but don’t sleep on the quality available and prices when purchasing your weed in December. One of the main feathers in the hype for December is the fact it’s just a little

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UPS worker busted for possessing Cannabis and stealing packages

UPS worker busted for possessing Cannabis and stealing packages

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Cannabis NewsDecember 2, 2022

32-year-old had a bit of bud and several undelivered packages in his vehicle. A UPS employee in Monroe, La. is no longer employed after a police investigation determined the 32-year-old had a bit of bud in a camouflage bag and several undelivered packages in his vehicle. According to KTVE/KARD, the

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Green Light District, a Pensacola Hemp Dispensary, Aims to Change the Narrative of CBD and Hemp

Green Light District, a Pensacola Hemp Dispensary, Aims to Change the Narrative of CBD and Hemp

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Cannabis NewsDecember 1, 2022

PENSACOLA - Green Light District is quickly becoming the Gulf Coast's premium hemp dispensary. Since opening in October 2022, they have stood out in the industry by operating under the same procedures and regulations as California Cannabis Dispensaries. High standards are being set by the young

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Vaporizing Cannabis: Latest tech and its Benefits

Vaporizing Cannabis: Latest tech and its Benefits

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Cannabis NewsDecember 1, 2022

Cannabis vaporizers are devices designed to consume medical dry herbs & concentrates in a less harmful way. They allow users to have the option to experience the medicinal effects while reducing possible risks of disease or lung injury. (Benzinga) Traditional consumption methods like joints and

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Thanksgiving holiday Cannabis sales see double-digit year-over-year growth

Thanksgiving holiday Cannabis sales see double-digit year-over-year growth

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Cannabis NewsNovember 30, 2022

Cannabis sales for the Thanksgiving holiday were up 12% YoY, Green Wednesday on track to become the second highest cannabis sales day of 2022 with a staggering $116.4M in single day sales, showing 16% increase YOY. Business intelligence from Akerna (Nasdaq: KERN), a leading enterprise software

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Many more Marijuana Stores could soon Pop Up in Red Bank - Here’s Why

Many more Marijuana Stores could soon Pop Up in Red Bank - Here’s Why

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Cannabis NewsNovember 28, 2022

In 2012, it was named among the best small towns in the United States, according to Smithsonian magazine. Now it may be known for something else. How We Got Here In November 2020, NJ voters approved the legalization of cannabis, and Governor Murphy signed the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory

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Rob Keldoulis ventures into Medicinal Cannabis

Rob Keldoulis ventures into Medicinal Cannabis

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Cannabis NewsNovember 28, 2022

The Greek Australian has bought a 44 hectare farm in Tasmania. Greek Australian magnate, Rob Keldoulis, has bought a 44 hectare medicinal cannabis farm in the Northern Midlands Region of Tasmania, 30km south of Launceston. Keldoulis, CEO of trading company VivCourt, paid $3 million to acquire the

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Former NFL star, Heisman Trophy winner Ricky Williams building brand of Cannabis

Former NFL star, Heisman Trophy winner Ricky Williams building brand of Cannabis

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Cannabis NewsNovember 28, 2022

This week on Here Weed Go!, host Eddie Celaya sits down with former NFL running back Ricky Williams, winner of the 1998 Heisman Trophy, and now co-owner and face of his own budding cannabis brand Highsman. Williams sat down along with Highsman CEO Eric Hammond, to talk about how Williams was

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Cannabis Board to conduct digital license drawings for consumption lounges in December

Cannabis Board to conduct digital license drawings for consumption lounges in December

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Cannabis NewsNovember 25, 2022

Las Vegas - The Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board (CCB) is gearing up to conduct two digital drawings to determine recipients for independent cannabis consumption lounge licenses next week. The drawing will select 20 independent cannabis consumption lounge licenses out of the 99 applicants, half of

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Will Marijuana farmers markets soon be legal in New York state?

Will Marijuana farmers markets soon be legal in New York state?

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Cannabis NewsNovember 25, 2022

Farmers markets are all the rage. Could we see cannabis farmers markets in New York State soon? When it comes to getting fresher and often cheaper products, many New Yorkers turn to farmers markets, a market at which local farmers sell their agricultural products directly to consumers. 36 Cannabis

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Poland: Cannabis for everyone?

Poland: Cannabis for everyone?

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Cannabis NewsNovember 24, 2022

Poland has some of Europe's most restrictive drug laws. But lax medical marijuana rules have healthy people lining up for prescriptions. When asked where he gets his cannabis, Piotr grins and asks if DW wants the official or the unofficial version. He says he'll only tell the unofficial — that is

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Four questions employers need to ask themselves about their Marijuana and drug testing policies

Four questions employers need to ask themselves about their Marijuana and drug testing policies

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Cannabis NewsNovember 24, 2022

Voters in two more states approved the legalization of recreational marijuana on Nov. 8, further complicating an evolving landscape for employers. But even before Missouri and Maryland joined 19 others and the District of Columbia on the list of states with recreational marijuana, experts say many

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Mike Tyson’s curious metamorphosis continues with foray into the Cannabis Business

Mike Tyson’s curious metamorphosis continues with foray into the Cannabis Business

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Cannabis NewsNovember 24, 2022

Boxer might be the perfect rogue pitchman given the baffling excising from history of his conviction for rape. Shortly after retaining his Junior Olympics heavyweight title in 1982, Mike Tyson got into a spot of bother with Cus D’Amato, his trainer and adoptive father. Tipped off by one of the other

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High Tide becomes top Revenue-Generating Cannabis company in Canada

High Tide becomes top Revenue-Generating Cannabis company in Canada

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Cannabis NewsNovember 23, 2022

Data recently released by New Cannabis Ventures shows that the Company is now the largest revenue-generating company reporting in Canadian dollars. The Company also opens a second Canna Cabana location in Windsor, Ontario CALGARY - High Tide Inc. a leading retail-focused cannabis company with bricks

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