Legal Affairs

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 ...

Emerging Programs Aim to Democratize Cannabis Cultivation

LOS ANGELES- Governments, industry groups, and educational institutions are launching a wave of initiatives aimed at lowering barriers to entry in cannabis cultivation and production—efforts collectively referred to as “democratizing cannabis production.” These programs focus ...

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 ...

Germany’s Evolving Cannabis Landscape in 2025

LOS ANGELES- In 2025, Germany's cannabis sector is experiencing significant developments following the enactment of the Cannabis Act (Cannabisgesetz) on April 1, 2024. This legislation permits adults aged 18 and over to possess up to ...

Illinois Cannabis Sales Surpass $2 Billion in 2024

LOS ANGELES- In 2024, Illinois' legal cannabis market achieved sales exceeding $2 billion, marking a 2.5% increase from the previous year. This total comprises approximately $1.722 billion in adult-use cannabis sales and over $285 million ...

  • Global Medical Marijuana Market, Legal Marijuana Market, Cannabis Packaging

Maine Proposes Mandatory Testing for Medical Cannabis

LOS ANGELES- A new bill introduced in the Maine Legislature seeks to implement mandatory testing for medical cannabis products, aligning them with the state's existing standards for recreational cannabis. Sponsored by Representative Marc Malon and ...

  • global medical marijuana market

Indiana House Blocks Cannabis Reclassification

LOS ANGELES- On January 27, 2025, the Indiana House of Representatives voted down an amendment to House Bill 1056 that sought to remove cannabis from the state's list of Schedule I controlled substances. The amendment, ...

Rastafarians Lead Caribbean Cannabis Boom

LOS ANGELES- In recent years, St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) has witnessed a transformative shift in its cannabis industry, particularly benefiting Rastafarian farmers who have long regarded the plant as sacred. Historically, these cultivators ...

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