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Opinion: The Hemp Industry Has Finally Split Into Two Lanes
LOS ANGELES- The word “hemp” can mean five different things ...
Organigram Reports Q4 2025 Financial and Full Fiscal Year Results
TORONTO – Organigram Global Inc. released its record Q4 and ...
The Supreme Court Declines to Resolve Federal Cannabis Prohibition—And the Silence Speaks Volumes
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In its December Orders List, the U.S. ...
Missouri Activists Gird Up for 2026 Ballot Measure to Unify Hemp and Cannabis Regulations
LOS ANGELES – Missouri Cannabis advocates, led by hemp business owners, plan to submit a ballot initiative in the coming days that would combine regulations for hemp and Cannabis products under a single framework for ...
Australian Cannabis Prices Drop to New Lows, Pressuring Domestic Producers
MELBOURNE – Medicinal Cannabis flower prices in Australia have fallen to a minimum of $3.30 per gram at the patient level, a development that has intensified debates over the viability of the country's homegrown industry. ...
Google Launches Limited Test of Cannabis Advertising on Its Search Platform in Canada
TORONTO – Google has started a restricted trial allowing select Canadian Cannabis companies to place ads on its search engine, marking a cautious step toward easing long-standing prohibitions on such promotions. The initiative, which went ...
Legal Cannabis Shows Economic Gains and Stable Teen Use Trends
LOS ANGELES— A recent analysis from the Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) indicates that legal adult‑use cannabis sales have generated approximately $24.7 billion in state tax revenue since legalization began in 2014, with $4.4 billion collected in 2024 ...
High-Potency Cannabis Strains Impact Legal and Health Systems
LOS ANGELES— The expansion of high-potency cannabis products—such as concentrated extracts, edibles, and potent vaping liquids is increasingly challenging health-care facilities and legal systems across North America. Emergency departments in the U.S. and Canada report ...
New Zealand Approves Psilocybin for Medicinal Use
LOS ANGELES— New Zealand’s government has authorized the prescription of psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in so‑called “magic mushrooms,” for patients with treatment‑resistant depression. This marks the first time psilocybin has been approved for medical use ...
Psyence Group Inc. Announces C$600,000 Private Share Offering
LOS ANGELES— Psyence Group Inc. a biotechnology firm focused on nature-derived psilocybin for mental health and palliative care, has announced a non-brokered private placement to raise up to C$600,000. The offering, detailed in a news ...
Seasoned Media Executives Launch IgniteIt Inc., a New Media and Events Powerhouse formerly operated as Benzinga Cannabis
Detroit, MI —Wednesday, Aug 20, 2025 —Today, IgniteIt Inc. (IgniteIt) announced that the cannabis industry’s premier business conference and media platform, formerly operated by Benzinga Cannabis, is entering a new chapter, separate and not affiliated ...
Cannara Biotech Secures $10M Credit Expansion for Valleyfield Facility Growth
MONTREAL – Cannara Biotech Inc., has announced a $10 million expansion of its credit facility with Bank of Montreal (BMO) to fund enhancements at its Valleyfield, Quebec, facility. This strategic move supports the company’s ambition ...
DCC and Metrc Advance California Cannabis Safety with QR Recalls
LAKELAND – In a move aimed at strengthening public health protections in the state's regulated Cannabis sector, Metrc has introduced a new recall notification system tied to its Metrc Retail ID™ QR codes. The feature, ...
Akerna Announces Further Adjournment of Annual Meeting of Stockholders
DENVER - Akerna Corp. (Nasdaq: KERN) announced that its 2022 annual meeting of stockholders has been further adjourned to Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 9 a.m. Mountain Time with respect to all proposals described in ...
4Front Ventures Reports First Quarter 2022 Financial Results
PHOENIX - 4Front Ventures Corp. (CSE: FFNT) (OTCQX: FFNTF), multi-state cannabis operator and retailer, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022 ("Q1 2022"). All financial information is presented in ...
Canopy Growth Kicks Off Summer Weekends with New Product Line-Up
Canopy Growth Corporation (TSX: WEED) (NASDAQ: CGC), hemp, and cannabis device company, unveiled a line-up of new offerings across its premium brand portfolio – 7ACRES, Ace Valley, Deep Space and Doja. With select products releasing ...
MariMed Awarded Dispensary License in Ohio
NORWOOD, Mass. - MariMed Inc. (OTCQX: MRMD), a multi-state cannabis operator focused on improving lives every day, announced today it had been awarded a provisional dispensary license by the Ohio Board of Pharmacy. MariMed won ...
Verano Announces the Opening of MÜV Ocala, the Company’s 47th Florida Location
CHICAGO- Verano Holdings Corp. (CSE: VRNO) (OTCQX: VRNOF), a multi-state cannabis company, announced the opening of MÜV Ocala on Friday, May 20, the Company’s 47th Florida dispensary and 98th nationwide. MÜV Ocala, located at 3701 ...
Philip Sanford Joins Neptune Wellness Board of Directors as Audit Chair
LAVAL, QC - Neptune Wellness Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: NEPT) (TSX: NEPT), a diversified and health and wellness company focused on plant-based, sustainable and purpose-driven lifestyle brands, today announced that Phil Sanford has joined the Neptune ...
IBC Takes Plunge Into the Metaverse With Cannaverse Technologies
NEW YORK - If living in the physical world has proven to be a little bit too much lately, InterContinental Beverage Capital (IBC), has officially partnered with Cannaverse Technologies (Cannaverstech™) to become its branding advisor ...
Impact Naturals’ Cannabidiol Products Demonstrate Strong Safety Data in Landmark Study
SAN DIEGO - The largest-scale consumer safety study to date shows orally ingested cannabidiol (CBD) is safe for daily consumption. Results from a comprehensive, 1000+ participant safety study sponsored by seventeen leading CBD companies, including ...
Akerna Announces Strategic Review and Organizational Changes
DENVER - Akerna (Nasdaq: KERN), an enterprise software company and developer of one of the most comprehensive technology infrastructures, ecosystems, and compliance engines powering the global cannabis industry, today announces that it has engaged JMP ...
Ayr Wellness Announces Sale from Phoenix Cultivation Facility, Launch of STiX Pre-Roll Co. in Arizona
MIAMI - Ayr Wellness Inc. (CSE: AYR.A, OTCQX: AYRWF), a U.S. multi-state cannabis operator (MSO), announced that it has launched first sales from its Phoenix, Arizona cultivation facility. Concurrently, the Company announced the launch of ...
Harborside Inc. Acquires Full Ownership of Seaside, California Store
OAKLAND, Calif. and TORONTO - Harborside Inc. (CSE: HBOR) (OTCQX: HBORF), a California-focused, cannabis enterprise, today announced that it reached an agreement on May 18, 2022 to acquire a further 50% ownership interest in its ...
Canopy Growth Announces Plan to Acquire Jetty Extracts
SMITHS FALLS, ON–Canopy Growth Corporation and Lemurian, Inc., a California-based producer of high-quality cannabis extracts and pioneer of clean vape technology, announced today that they have entered into definitive agreements providing Canopy Growth, by way ...
Jushi Holdings Inc. Opens 32nd Retail Location Nationwide in Grover Beach
BOCA RATON, Fla. - Jushi Holdings Inc. (CSE: JUSH) (OTCQX: JUSHF), a multi-state cannabis operator, announced it is expanding its retail footprint in California with the opening of its 32nd retail location nationally and third ...
MariMed Strengthens Executive Leadership Team
NORWOOD, Mass. - MariMed Inc. (OTCQX: MRMD), a multi-state cannabis operator focused on improving lives every day, today announced the appointment of Jon Levine to the new role of Chief Administration Officer and the appointment ...
Ayr Receives Final License to Sell Adult-Use Cannabis in Back Bay
Ayr Wellness Inc. (CSE: AYR.A, OTCQX: AYRWF), a U.S. multi-state cannabis operator, announced that the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission has granted a final license for the sale of adult-use cannabis at its AYR Back Bay ...
Clever Leaves Reports First Quarter 2022 Results
BOCA RATON, Fla. - Clever Leaves Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: CLVR, CLVRW), a multinational operator and licensed producer of pharmaceutical-grade cannabinoids, is reporting financial and operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022. All ...
LIM College Business of Cannabis Degree Programs Announce “All-Star” Faculty for Fall 2022 Start
NEW YORK - In advance of the September start of its bachelor's and master's degree programs in The Business of Cannabis, LIM College has added some of the cannabis industry's best-known leaders to its faculty. ...
Cannabis Community Creates Social Impact During Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Through STIIIZY Joint Efforts
LOS ANGELES - STIIIZY, the #1 cannabis retailer in California and flagship brand of Shryne Group Inc., presents its "Joint Efforts" social impact program during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Founded during the pandemic last ...
TerrAscend Appoints Lynn Gefen as Chief Legal Officer
TORONTO - TerrAscend Corp. (CSE: TER) (OTCQX: TRSSF), a North American cannabis operator, today announced the appointment of Lynn Gefen as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary effective May 23, 2022. Ms. Gefen brings more ...
Chris Beals of Weedmaps & Nick Kovacevich to Headline CWCBExpo New York
NEW YORK - Chris Beals and Nick Kovacevich, will be featured speakers in the “In Conversation with…” series at CWCBExpo New York, taking place June 2-4 at the Javits Center. CWCBExpo is the East Coast’s ...
HEXO To File Management Information Circular
GATINEAU, Quebec - HEXO Corp. (TSX: HEXO; NASDAQ: HEXO) , a producer of quality cannabis products, today announced that, on or about May 16, 2022, the Company expects to file a management information circular in ...
Goodness Growth Holdings Announces First Quarter 2022 Results
MINNEAPOLIS - Goodness Growth Holdings, Inc. (CSE: GDNS) (OTCQX: GDNSF), a physician-led, science-focused cannabis company and IP incubator, reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2022. All currency figures referenced in this ...
Harborside Inc., Announces New California Store Openings in San Francisco and La Mesa
OAKLAND, Calif. and TORONTO - Harborside Inc. (CSE: HBOR) (OTCQX: HBORF), a California-focused, cannabis enterprise, today announced it opened two new retail stores in California, bringing its total retail store count to 13. In addition, ...
Curaleaf Names Matt Darin CEO
WAKEFIELD, Mass. - Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA / OTCQX: CURLF), an international provider of consumer products in cannabis, today announced that Matt Darin will become Chief Executive Officer of Curaleaf Holdings, Inc., effective today, ...
Kona Gold Beverage Launches Sparkling Ooh La Lemin Lemonades in Wisconsin
Melbourne, FL - Kona Gold Beverage, Inc. (OTC Pink: KGKG), a holding company focused on product development in the better-for-you and hemp and CBD functional beverage sector, announce the Company’s sales team, along with its ...
