Cannabis and hemp are so efficient at absorbing heavy metals that both plants are used to remediate contaminated soil and rehabilitate toxic waste sites. The hyperaccumulative properties of cannabis can be useful for some applications but for medical cannabis growers and manufacturers, it’s important to keep tabs on concentrations of heavy metals such as lead, […]
“It is unclear whether the subtle cognitive and brain differences observed in young cannabis users might be larger in midlife and older adult cannabis users with longer histories of use,” Madeline H. Participants were assessed for cannabis use and dependence at ages 18, 21, 26, 32, 38 and 45, with IQ gauged at ages 7, […]
You might be using an unsupported or outdated browser. This week, the House of Representatives is expected to pass a bill that would decriminalize marijuana use on a federal level. Currently, 37 states have legalized cannabis for medical use, and 18 have legalized it for both medical and recreational use. The bill would remove marijuana […]
Before the referendum, tribal members can attend information sessions about a possible tribal-state agreement, with the first one scheduled virtually for April 16. “We don’t want to get too far ahead of ourselves without first getting the approval of membership… if membership says no, then no further action will be taken and we will stop […]
Filmmaker Ben Proudfoot used his Academy Award acceptance speech to urge President Joe Biden to take steps to free American basketball player Brittney Griner, who is being detained in Russia after allegedly being caught with cannabis vape cartridges at an airport. Previously he reported for Marijuana.com and MassRoots, and handled media relations and campaigns for […]
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Statistics Canada recently released retail sales data for January 2022, showing nationwide legal cannabis sales dropping from the previous month. Looking at the same data on a per day basis paints a picture of softening demand in Canada’s legal cannabis industry, where sales have been sliding each month from September 2021 . cannabis markets have […]
“But what really distinguishes sativa and indica are the individual terpenes that exist in cannabis. At The Bad Company’s apothecary-themed vintage storefront, co-owner Anna Novak says she and her husband, Dan, have tried to create a welcoming experience. “Everybody that could possibly walk in from the street,” he said. …Read the full story
Now the success of Fohse is gaining the attention of more traditional growers of tomatoes and other leafy greens who are becoming clients. …Read the full story
The studio was inspired by human’s history of designing spaces that ritualize what we consume, from speakeasy bars in the 1920s to Japanese tea rooms in the 16th century to temples in 760 BC where cannabis would be burned. Handmade by Valerie Alt, a San Diego-based woodworker, this modern piece of furniture has dedicated spaces […]
If passed, the town would ban smoking cannabis, and in turn tobacco, in all parks and playground areas. The ordinance wouldn’t allow any cannabis establishment to be located within 500 feet of any school, child care center, municipal park, recreational facility or library. A concern arose within the committee that 1000 feet may not be […]
“Over the last couple months, the Planet 13 team has been working hard to operationalize all of the exciting new assets we’ve acquired over the past year. The Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, is available on the SEC’s website or at https://www.planet13holdings.com/investors/. ET to discuss its fourth […]
Jones Soda is known for its fan-created labels and outrageously colorful craft sodas. “It’s a perfect time to enter the cannabis space,” says Bohb Blair, chief brand officer of Mary Jones Cannabis. Mary Jones will launch next month in California in multiple formats: 12-ounce single-serve glass bottles with 10 mg of THC per bottle; 16-ounce […]
In its annual audit, the city found a need for those parameters as there were several instances of miscalculated tax payments from cannabis businesses. There is a series of federal and state taxes owed — which includes an excise tax of 15% to distributors — and locally enforced costs on cannabis and cannabis-related products. Flora […]
Leadership announced late last week that the bill to end federal prohibition would be taken up on the floor for the second time in congressional history. Before it heads to the floor, there will be a House Rules Committee meeting on March 30, where members will decide whether any proposed amendments can be made . […]
LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESSWIRE / March 28, 2022 / Cannabis Global, Inc. Over the past week, a considerable amount of attention has been focused on the Cannabis sector with two possible congressional actions to create a nationwide legal framework for both recreational and medical cannabis usage. While we have not yet reported results for […]
Leadership announced late last week that the bill to end federal prohibition would be taken up on the floor for the second time in congressional history. Before heading to the floor, there will be a House Rules Committee meeting on Wednesday, where members will decide whether any proposed amendments can be made in order. “Today, […]
Half an hour into a State of the Nation address punctuated by familiar measures to combat a gloomy economic situation, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa flashed a wicked smile at his Cape Town audience. “We will review the policy and regulatory framework for industrial hemp and cannabis – which will come as sweet news for […]
NSLC Spokesperson Beverly Ware says compared to the regular increases imposed over the last five years this is the most significant. …Read the full story
