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CSP C-Store Cannabis Board Teams with Element Training on Hemp and Cannabis Certified Education
CHICAGO – The CSP C-Store Cannabis Board has formalized a ...
Jushi Reports Q2 2026 Financial Results
BOCA RATON – Jushi Holdings Inc. released its second-quarter 2026 ...
Vireo Growth Sets Stage for Planet 13 Acquisition
MINNEAPOLIS - LAS VEGAS – Vireo Growth Inc. and Planet ...
Abstrax Earns Spot on Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies List
IRVINE – Abstrax, the botanical flavor science company that built its foundation on essential oils and Cannabis terpene research, has been named to Fast Company's 2026 list of the World's Most Innovative Companies, placing fifth ...
AYR Wellness Hands Off Three More States to Arboretum
MIAMI – AYR Wellness Inc. has completed the transfer of its Cannabis operations in Florida, New Jersey, and Nevada to wholly-owned subsidiaries of Arboretum Bidco LLC, the entity established by its senior secured noteholders to ...
Vireo Growth Initiates Share Consolidation
MINNEAPOLIS – Vireo Growth Inc. continues to adjust its capital structure as it integrates recent acquisitions and positions itself among larger players in the U.S. Сannabis market. The company announced it will consolidate its multiple ...
Hall of Flowers Relocates Northern California Event to Sacramento
LOS ANGELES – After eight years in Santa Rosa, the B2B Cannabis trade show Hall of Flowers is moving its Northern California event to the Cal Expo exhibition halls in Sacramento. The newly confirmed dates, ...
Vireo to Acquire FLUENT in All-Stock Deal
LOS ANGELES – Vireo Growth Inc. announced it has signed a definitive agreement to absorb FLUENT Corp. in an all-stock transaction, a deal that, if approved, would make Vireo the third-largest operator in medical-only Florida's ...
DEA Assigns Specific Schedule I Listing and Drug Code to HHC
WASHINGTON – The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has issued a final rule that formally lists hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) as a Schedule I controlled substance with its own dedicated drug code. The notice, published in the Federal ...
Allied Market Research: Global Cannabis Market to Generate $149B by 2031
PORTLAND – A report recently published by Allied Market Research projects the global Cannabis market will reach $148.9 billion by 2031, up from $25.7 billion in 2021 – a nearly sixfold increase over a decade, ...
California Cannabis Delivered Steady Tax Dollars in Q1 2026
SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) reported that legal Cannabis retailers generated close to $248 million in combined tax revenue during the first three months of 2026. As of May ...
Vireo Growth Completes Purchase of Leased NY Cannabis Facility
MINNEAPOLIS – Vireo Growth Inc. has completed the acquisition of its Johnstown, New York Cannabis production facility from Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc., paying $88.5 million for the 389,000-square-foot cultivation and production site previously held under ...
Village Farms Brings Home Producer of the Year Award
LONDON-VANCOUVER – Village Farms International Inc. was named Producer of the Year at the 2026 Business of Cannabis Awards, held on May 26 in London's Shoreditch following the opening day of Cannabis Europa Conference at ...
Dallas Officials Approve Cannabis Decriminalization Petition for November Ballot
LOS ANGELES- Dallas officials have finalized a petition allowing voters to decide on a cannabis decriminalization ordinance this November. The proposed measure aims to make the enforcement of Class A and Class B misdemeanor cannabis ...
Ohio Accelerates Adult-Use Cannabis Program Implementation
LOS ANGELES- The rulemaking process for Ohio's pending adult-use cannabis program is progressing rapidly, with sales expected to start by the third quarter of this year. Following voter approval of Issue 2, which legalized cannabis ...
Field Trip Health Ltd. Shares Rise 5.8% Amid Increased Trading Volume
LOS ANGELES- Field Trip Health Ltd. experienced a 5.8% increase in its share price during trading on Tuesday. The stock reached a high of C$1.11, before settling at C$1.09 by the end of the trading ...
Delaware Legalizes Cannabis: Recreational Sales Expected by Late 2024 or Early 2025
LOS ANGELES- Delaware recently legalized adult-use cannabis, but it may be up to two years before consumers can purchase it legally. According to Zoë Patchell, executive director of the Delaware Cannabis Advocacy Network, the state's ...
Study Highlights Psilocybin’s Significant Impact on Brain Function and Potential Therapeutic Uses
LOS ANGELES- A recent small randomized controlled trial has revealed that a single high dose of psilocybin induces significant and persistent changes in brain functional networks in healthy adults. The findings, published in Nature, provide ...
Medical Cannabis: Growth and Investment in 2024
LOS ANGELES- The medical cannabis industry is navigating 2024 with key players like Grow Group and Somai Pharmaceuticals leveraging new regulations and market dynamics to achieve ambitious growth targets. This article examines the recent developments ...
FDA and FTC Target Delta-8 THC Edibles Resembling Popular Snacks
LOS ANGELES- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are taking action against companies selling delta-8 THC edibles packaged to resemble popular snacks, often marketed towards children. Delta-8 THC is ...
Numinus Wellness: Financial Challenges and Strategic Growth in Mental Health Care
LOS ANGELES- Numinus Wellness is at the forefront of transforming mental health care, focusing on innovative treatments, strategic mergers, and operational refinements. This article delves into the market trends, financial performance, and strategic initiatives shaping ...
Constellation Brands: Analysts Maintain Ratings
LOS ANGELES- On Monday, Argus reaffirmed its Buy rating on shares of Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ), maintaining a price target of $306.00. Argus notes the stock's value, currently trading at 18 times the firm's fiscal ...
Canopy Growth Experiences Decline in Short Interest Amid Market Activity
LOS ANGELES- Canopy Growth Co. saw a significant decrease in short interest in June. As of June 30, short interest totaled 8,730,000 shares, a 20.7% decline from 11,010,000 shares on June 15. With an average ...
Snoop Dogg Launches First Licensed Cannabis Dispensary and Product Line
LOS ANGELES- Snoop Dogg has launched his first licensed cannabis dispensary, S.W.E.D., and an exclusive product line under the Death Row Cannabis brand. The shop, located near LAX airport in Los Angeles, opened on July ...
GOP-Led House Committee Approves Spending Bill Blocking Cannabis Rescheduling
LOS ANGELES- A key Republican-led House committee has approved a large-scale spending bill that would block the Justice Department from rescheduling cannabis. Additionally, the bill amends a longstanding rider protecting medical cannabis states from federal ...
Critics Slam Thai Government’s Approach to Cannabis
LOS ANGELES- Critics have strongly opposed the Thai government's plan to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic, arguing that it will harm businesses involved in cannabis-based products and undermine investor confidence in the country. On July ...
NHS Reimburses Cannabis for Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting
NEW YORK- The National Health Service (NHS) England has reimbursed a patient for the cost of medicinal cannabis flowers to manage chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV). Michael Roberts, diagnosed with rectosigmoid adenocarcinoma and lung metastases, ...
Constellation Brands: Analysts Maintain Ratings
LOS ANGELES- On Monday, Argus reaffirmed its Buy rating on shares of Constellation Brands, maintaining a price target of $306.00. Argus notes the stock's value, currently trading at 18 times the firm's fiscal year 2025 ...
Canopy Growth Corporation Stock Performance and Upcoming Earnings Report
LOS ANGELES- In the latest market close, Canopy Growth Corporation (CGC) reached $6.50, marking a +0.31% increase compared to the previous day. This performance was below the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.55%. Meanwhile, the ...
Aurora Cannabis Submits Regular SEC Filing and Reports
LOS ANGELES- Aurora Cannabis Inc. a the medicinal chemicals and botanical products industry, has filed a Form 6-K report with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for July. The Edmonton, Alberta-based company submitted this ...
Medical Cannabis Industry Demonstrates Strong Economic Contributions and Market Trends
LOS ANGELES- The medical cannabis landscape continues to evolve, demonstrating significant economic contributions and offering vital insights into market trends. In 2024, data from licensed dispensaries and cultivation centers highlight robust retail and wholesale activities, ...
Senate Appropriations Committee Approves VA Doctors’ Cannabis Recommendation Amendment
LOS ANGELES- The Senate Appropriations Committee has passed a measure allowing U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) doctors to discuss and recommend medical cannabis to patients residing in states where it is legal. This amendment, ...
Arrogance in Business: A Cautionary Tale from Nokia’s Fall
NEW YORK--In the dynamic world of business, arrogance often precedes downfall. This truth is vividly illustrated in the rise and fall of Nokia, once a titan in the mobile phone industry. Years ago, during a ...
House Appropriations Committee Blocks Cannabis Rescheduling Efforts
LOS ANGELES- The House Appropriations Committee approved legislation on Tuesday that impedes the Biden administration's initiative to reschedule cannabis and relax federal restrictions. The Republican-led panel endorsed an amendment to a funding bill that prevents ...
Nebraska Advocates Submit Over 114,000 Signatures for Medical Cannabis Campaign
LOS ANGELES- Nebraska cannabis advocates have turned in more than 114,000 signatures for their petition to legalize medical cannabis in the state, according to the Nebraska Examiner. The campaign, led by Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana, ...
Stockton University to Offer New Undergraduate Degree in Cannabis Studies
LOS ANGELES- Stockton University in New Jersey is set to become the first school in the state to offer an undergraduate degree in cannabis studies. The Bachelor of Science in Hemp and Cannabis Business Management ...
Thailand’s Cannabis Advocates Rally Against Proposed Recreational Use Ban
BANGKOK — Two years after cannabis was decriminalized in Thailand, nearly a hundred advocates marched to the prime minister’s office on Monday to protest a possible ban on general use. This comes after the health ...
Arkansas Advocates Submit Over 111,000 Signatures for Medical Cannabis Expansion Initiative
LOS ANGELES- Arkansas advocates have submitted more than 111,000 signatures to support a ballot initiative aimed at significantly expanding the state's medical cannabis program. This initiative includes provisions to eliminate application fees for patients and ...
