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In this week\u2019s cannabis news round-up, <\/strong>New York broadens applicant pool in push to expand legal cannabis market; study reveals legalization doesn\u2019t amplify cannabis use among young at-risk Canadian adults; and Gelato announces collab with hip-hop star Phix.\u00a0<\/p>\n The Empire State has announced its intention to boost its legal cannabis market by widening the pool of prospective licensees to a broader range of potential applicants.<\/p>\n The Office of Cannabis Management is expected to issue up to 1,000 licenses spanning multiple sectors, including cultivation, retail and processing. Since February 2021, licenses have been exclusively accessible to nonprofits and individuals with previous cannabis convictions as part of the state\u2019s social equity efforts.<\/p>\n The state\u2019s focus on maintaining fairness in the licensing process aims to allocate half of the licenses to applicants under the social and economic equality banner. Eligible candidates for this category include those from disproportionately affected communities, distressed farmers, service-disabled veteran-owned, minority and women-owned businesses.<\/p>\n \u201cWe anticipate a vast interest from various stakeholders, including growers and distributors,\u201d Gov. Hochul said in an interview<\/a> on the day the applications launched. She also confirmed that the application process \u201cwill involve a lottery system for selection.\u201d<\/p>\n The governor expressed her dissatisfaction with the state\u2019s hurdles while trying to establish its nascent legal cannabis market. The main setback was in August when a local judge halted the issuance of retail licenses following a lawsuit brought forward by four service-disabled veterans who contended that the state was unduly giving preference to applicants with prior drug offenses.<\/p>\n The governor also reinforced her dedication to combating the illicit market while addressing the persistent issue of illegal cannabis sales. \u201cThe task at hand has been challenging, yet I remain committed,\u201d she said. \u201cOur resolve has already led to the seizure of approximately 8,500 pounds of illicit cannabis products, with an estimated value of $42 million.\u201d<\/p>\n The application window will remain open until 5pm on December 4, 2023.<\/p>\n Canada\u2019s move to legalize cannabis hasn\u2019t translated to a noticeable surge in usage or associated adverse effects among its youth, as indicated in a\u00a0detailed study<\/a>\u00a0featured in JAMA Open Network, titled \u201cCannabis Use Patterns and Its Implications in High-Risk Young Adults Post Legalization.\u201d<\/p>\n Collaborative research undertaken by Canadian and US experts delved into marijuana consumption patterns among at-risk young adults aged 19 to 23. The study\u2019s focal period spanned the years leading up to and following the 2018 decision to legalize adult-use cannabis.<\/p>\n \u201cRegular cannabis users before the legalization phase were observed to tone down their consumption and any related adverse outcomes after legalization,\u201d reports the study. Meanwhile, those who hadn\u2019t used cannabis before its legalization did engage in its limited use afterward. Yet, this didn\u2019t correlate with any adverse outcomes.<\/p>\n \u201cThe goal was to ascertain whether the legalization might trigger a spike in usage, especially among the youth,\u201d the study\u2019s authors wrote. \u201cSurprisingly, the data depicted a downward trajectory, aligning with typical substance use patterns expected for this age group, even if no policy change had occurred.\u201d This research mirrors results from the US, suggesting that legalization hasn\u2019t fundamentally disrupted young adults\u2019 consumption habits.<\/p>\n San Diego-based Gelato Canna Co. has announced its new partnership with Texas hip-hop star Phix<\/a> in a first for the family-owned cannabis company.<\/p>\n The connection between Phix and Gelato\u2019s founders, George and Cody Sadler, began at the Hall of Flowers After Dark event in May 2023. A mutual appreciation of music and cannabis that brought them together\u2014a genuine resonance of perspectives on the broader cannabis culture sealed the deal.<\/p>\n \u201cI was a huge fan of Gelato before performing for After Dark,\u201d Phix said in a press release. \u201cBeing able to not only form a friendship with George and Cody but to collaborate with them to share my music and spread the word about Gelato to my audience is a dream come true.\u201d<\/p>\n Phix, aside from his music, gained online traction with a viral challenge featuring Dax Shepard, amassing a considerable following on platforms like TikTok and Spotify.<\/p>\n \u201cI think Phix is the perfect spokesperson for our brand,\u201d said George Sadler. \u201cHe\u2019s a true fan of what we do and what we stand for as a brand. This partnership is only the beginning of what we have planned. Having Phix as part of the Gelato family showcases our commitment to the brand\u2019s ethos of fun, welcoming, attainable cannabis products for all.\u201d<\/p>\n The post Week in Review: New York Opens Cannabis Licensing Applications<\/a> appeared first on Cannabis Now<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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<\/a>New York Broadens Applicant Pool in Push to Expand Legal Cannabis Market<\/h4>\n
<\/a><\/figure>\nStudy Reveals Legalization Doesn\u2019t Amplify Cannabis Use Among Young At-Risk Canadian Adults<\/h4>\n
<\/a>Gelato Canna Co. Announces Collab with Hip-Hop Star Phix\u00a0<\/h4>\n
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