Let It Grow #1: Where can I grow weed?
Justin and Pat go over the basics of what you need to get started on growing your own weed: the laws, how to pick a spot, when and how long it takes, and the differences between growing indoor and outdoor. The post Let It Grow #1: Where can I growContinue Reading
Hawaii Marijuana Legalization Bill Must Be Strengthened With Provisions To Free Current Prisoners (Op-Ed)
“The creation of a resentencing process will provide a fair pathway to relief for individuals who otherwise will continue to be punished by laws inspired by the failed ‘War on Drugs.’” By Frank Stiefel and Gracie Johnson, Last Prisoner Project Last week, Hawaii Senators approved Senate Bill 669, moving theContinue Reading
Former Top Minnesota Lawmaker Launches Cannabis-Infused Drink Company
“I helped to spearhead and pass legislation on THC edibles and beverages—yes—but when I was doing it it was not for any purpose other than advancing the policy.” By Michelle Griffith, Minnesota Reformer Former DFL House Majority Leader Ryan Winkler is starting a THC beverage company after playing a keyContinue Reading
Legal adult-use Cannabis poses challenges to employers
Legal adult-use Cannabis poses challenges to employers Image Cannabis News March 15, 2023 What is deemed “off-duty” and how do you tell if someone might be impaired on the clock? Employers are learning fast that some answers are complicated. Employers in New York have a lot of questions now thatContinue Reading
Prices down, supply up for Michigan Marijuana industry
Prices down, supply up for Michigan Marijuana industry Image Cannabis News March 15, 2023 GRAND RAPIDS – Michigan’s marijuana industry is facing growing pains as prices fall and supply increases. In January 2022, the average cost for an ounce of flower in Michigan was $152 dollars. In January 2023, theContinue Reading
Majority Of Texas Voters Want ‘Less Strict’ Marijuana Laws, Poll Finds As Decriminalization Bill Advances
A majority of Texas voters say that the state’s marijuana laws should be “less strict,” according to a new survey. The University of Texas/Texas Politics Project Poll that was released this month asked respondents about a variety of policy issues affecting the state and how they believe certain matters shouldContinue Reading
Mississippi farmers pivot from Hemp to Pot
Mississippi farmers pivot from Hemp to Pot Image Cannabis News March 15, 2023 The state of Mississippi legalized medical cannabis last year. With medical cannabis now officially live in Mississippi, a local newspaper is spotlighting a family that brought the newly legal crop to their county––and their farm. The DailyContinue Reading
Medical Cannabis bill passes in Kentucky senate committee
Medical Cannabis bill passes in Kentucky senate committee Image Cannabis News March 15, 2023 Members of a Kentucky Senate committee recently approved a medical cannabis legalization bill. On March 14, Senate Bill 47 was reviewed in the Senate Licensing & Occupations Committee voted 8-3, which will now move forward toContinue Reading
Legal Weed sales projected to grow 14% in 2023
Legal Weed sales projected to grow 14% in 2023 Image Cannabis News March 15, 2023 Legal sales of cannabis in the United States are expected to grow by 14% this year, according to a leading industry market data analysis firm. Sales of legal cannabis in the United States are projectedContinue Reading
Among the first to sell legal Cannabis in Canada, business owner says he's closing his store
Among the first to sell legal Cannabis in Canada, business owner says he’s closing his store Image Cannabis News March 15, 2023 Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s business owner says he’s had a tough time getting financing since the beginning. Thomas Clarke sold cannabis illegally for 25 years and became one ofContinue Reading