Search For New Massachusetts Cannabis Commission Boss Could Be Undermined By Lawmakers’ Review, Treasurer Says
“I’m not being cute here. We don’t have oversight. We have no way of really knowing what goes on over there.” By Gintautas Dumcius and Bhaamati Borkhetaria, CommonWealth Beacon Massachusetts Treasurer Deborah Goldberg (D) plans to begin a search for a new chair at the Cannabis Control Commission, but raisedContinue Reading
Federal Agency Notes Widespread Medical Marijuana Use By Cancer Patients, Saying Rescheduling Can ‘Open The Doors’ To More Research
A federal health agency is acknowledging that a sizable portion—between about 20 percent and 40 percent—of people being treated for cancer are using cannabis products to manage side effects from the condition and associated treatment. Such widespread uptake by patients raises concerns that use is outpacing scientific knowledge on efficacyContinue Reading
New Florida Marijuana Campaign Ad Shows Trump Endorsing Legalization Ballot Initiative
With weeks left before Election Day, the Florida campaign behind a marijuana legalization ballot initiative has released a pair of new ads, including one that features clips of former President Donald Trump endorsing the cannabis reform proposal—with a call for voters to “join” him in supporting the measure. Smart &Continue Reading
New Jersey Hemp Industry In Limbo After Court Decision Upholding State Ban On Product Sales
“You have many businesses in a do-or-die moment of, ‘Can I pay my bills? Do I push the limits?’ That’s definitely been a chilling effect.” By Sophie Nieto-Munoz, New Jersey Monitor New Jersey’s hemp industry is at a regulatory standstill after the state announced that “at this time” it won’t enforceContinue Reading
Demand Safer Cannabis With Rad Source’s RS 420 Series
The regulated cannabis industry places strict parameters around the quality and safety of products available on the market. This means businesses operating in the space face unique challenges that demand specialized solutions to remove contaminants from flower. Mold, bacteria and other pathogens can compromise the safety of cannabis products, posingContinue Reading
Millions Of Americans With Depression Could Be Eligible For Psilocybin Therapy If Approved By FDA, Study Shows
As many as 6 in 10 people currently receiving treatment for depression in the U.S. could qualify for psilocybin-assisted therapy if the treatment were approved by the Food and Drug Administration. That’s according to a recent study in the journal Psychedelics that highlights the broad impact that could result fromContinue Reading
Delaware Governor Signs Bill To Protect Banks That Work With Marijuana Businesses Ahead Of Adult-Use Market Launch
The governor of Delaware has signed a bill to enact state-level protections for banks that provide services to licensed marijuana businesses. As the state gears up for the launch of its adult-use cannabis market, Gov. John Carney (D) gave final approval to the banking legislation from Rep. Ed Osienski (D)Continue Reading
New Kamala OG And Orange President Cannabis Strains Celebrate 2024 Presidential Election
New Kamala OG And Orange President Cannabis Strains Celebrate 2024 Presidential Election Image Cannabis News October 16, 2024 Fast Buds releases two new cannabis strains, Kamala OG and Orange President, for 2024 election. Fast Buds, a global producer of auto-flowering cannabis genetics, has unveiled two exclusive cultivars to mark theContinue Reading
Topical Cannabis Cream Mitigates Pruritus In Thai Clinical Trial
Topical Cannabis Cream Mitigates Pruritus In Thai Clinical Trial Image Cannabis News October 16, 2024 Pruritus is a medical term for ‘itching.’ While pruritus can develop for a multitude of reasons, it is fairly common among patients with chronic kidney disease. According to a June 2024 study, the worldwide prevalenceContinue Reading
Trustt launches free version of seed-to-sale platform for growers
Trustt launches free version of seed-to-sale platform for growers Image Cannabis News October 16, 2024 Trustt has launched a Free Plan to support smaller and startup cannabis cultivation facilities in achieving EU-GxP compliance, optimizing crop monitoring, and streamlining operations – all at no cost. Applications are now open to theContinue Reading