Legal Affairs
Delaware OMC Reports $7.4M in First Month of Recreational Cannabis Sales
DOVER – Retailers in Delaware sold about $7.4 million worth of Cannabis products in the first month after recreational sales began on August 1, according to a report from the state's Office of the Marijuana ...
AYR Locks In $50M Bridge Loan to Strengthen Restructuring Efforts
MIAMI – AYR Wellness Inc., a vertically integrated multistate Cannabis operator, has finalized a senior secured bridge credit agreement offering up to $50 million in funding to maintain operations and advance its restructuring plan. The ...
NY Regulators Delay Hearing in Bid for Settlement with Cannabis Dispensary Owners
NEW YORK – New York state Cannabis regulators have postponed a key hearing on a disputed proximity rule, aiming to negotiate a resolution with affected dispensary operators. The move comes after a lawsuit from business ...
Argentina Overhauls Medical Cannabis Program with Stricter Regulations
LOS ANGELES- In 2025, Argentina implemented significant reforms to its medical cannabis program, REPROCANN, introducing stricter regulations for cultivators, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and medical professionals. These changes aim to enhance oversight and ensure the program's ...
Curaleaf and Jupiter Research Obtain EU Certification for Medical Cannabis Inhalation Device
LOS ANGELES- Curaleaf International, in collaboration with Jupiter Research LLC, a subsidiary of TILT Holdings Inc., has secured European Union (EU) medical device certification for a handheld liquid inhalation device designed for precise medical cannabis ...
Thailand Implements Stricter Cannabis Regulations
LOS ANGELES- Thailand is set to enforce stricter controls on cannabis sales following a notable increase in smuggling attempts, particularly involving foreign tourists. The Ministry of Public Health announced that, within approximately 40 days, cannabis ...
Indigenous Tribes Expand Presence in U.S. Cannabis and Hemp Sectors
LOS ANGELES- A recent analysis by the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA) and law firm Vicente LLP reveals that approximately 26% of the 358 federally recognized Indigenous communities in the continental United States are now ...
Delaware OMC Reports $7.4M in First Month of Recreational Cannabis Sales
DOVER – Retailers in Delaware sold about $7.4 million worth of Cannabis products in the first month after recreational sales began on August 1, according to a report from the state's Office of the Marijuana ...
AYR Locks In $50M Bridge Loan to Strengthen Restructuring Efforts
MIAMI – AYR Wellness Inc., a vertically integrated multistate Cannabis operator, has finalized a senior secured bridge credit agreement offering up to $50 million in funding to maintain operations and advance its restructuring plan. The ...
NY Regulators Delay Hearing in Bid for Settlement with Cannabis Dispensary Owners
NEW YORK – New York state Cannabis regulators have postponed a key hearing on a disputed proximity rule, aiming to negotiate a resolution with affected dispensary operators. The move comes after a lawsuit from business ...
Pacific Roots Introduces Wellness and Pleasure Line Products Infused With CBD
WINDERMERE, Fla., –Pacific Roots is launching a new line of finished CBD products. Their new CBD Wellness Line and CBD Pleasure Line were developed as a way to add more unique hemp products for their ...
High Life Farms Announces Exclusive Contract to Manufacture & Distribute Kiva’s Camino Gummies in Michigan
CHESANING, Mich.,–High Life Farms, a privately held, multi-state, vertically-integrated cannabis company with operations in Michigan and California, is bringing Kiva's Camino Gummies to Michigan through an exclusive white-label agreement with its long-standing partner, Kiva Confections, one of the country's top leaders in premium, ...
Danes Extend Cannabis Pilot And Make Permanent Medical Cannabis Licences
COPENHAGEN–The Danish Parliament, on Monday, made the decision to extend the Pilot Programme for prescription of medical cannabis by another 4 years. They also agreed to make Danish cultivation and production of medical cannabis permanent ...
HempFusion to Acquire CBD Topicals Maker Sagely Naturals for $25 Million
DENVER–HempFusion Wellness Inc. (TSX:CBD.U) (US:CBDHF) (FWB:8OO), a health and wellness Company offering probiotic supplements and products containing CBD, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% interest in Sagely Enterprises, Inc., a leader ...
A LIFE IN A DAY: Shayda Torabi: Cannabis Industry Personalities
Shayda Torabi has been voted best Texas Hemp Educator, Advocate, and Influencer, and she’s one of the women leading the cannabis reformation conversation building one of Texas’ premier CBD brands. She's currently the CEO and ...
Hemp Seed Breeders Need Academic Research to Solve Total THC Problem
LONGMONT, Colo.,– Hemp seed breeders must collaborate with academic-run, varietal trials to tackle hemp's total THC problem and move the industry forward, says Matt Haddad, CEO of Trilogene Seeds, a hemp seed breeder. "Ninety-five percent of ...
ArthroCBD Shares Study’s Findings for Arthritis Awareness Month
BOULDER–Arthritis is one of the most widespread health conditions in the United States and affects one in four adults, according to the CDC. That's over 54 million men and women. There are common misconceptions around ...
4Front Ventures Reports First Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Provides Business Update
PHOENIX –4Front Ventures Corp. (CSE: FFNT) (OTCQX: FFNTF), a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator and retailer, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021. First Quarter 2021 ("Q1 2021") Financial ...
GrowGeneration Acquires The Harvest Company, Expands Footprint in California’s Emerald Triangle
DENVER–GrowGeneration Corp. (NASDAQ: GRWG), a chain of specialty hydroponic and organic garden centers, today announced its acquisition of The Harvest Company, a northern California-based hydroponic supply center and cultivation design innovator with stores in Redding ...
WEEDCon Cup Awards Best Cannabis Products for 2021
LOS ANGELES–On Friday May 21st, the 6th WEEDCon Cup awards took place in Los Angeles, CA awarding for excellence in cannabis products for Best Flower, Concentrate, Extract, Edible, Beverage, Tincture, Topical, Best Product and Best Dispensary. The WEEDCon ...
The European Patent Office Grants Cannabics Patent For Personalized Medicine Drug Discovery Technology
TEL AVIV–Cannabics Pharmaceuticals Inc. (OTCQB: CNBX), a developer of cancer related cannabinoid-based medicine, announced today that the company's patent titled: "System and Method for High Throughput Screening of Cancer Cells" has been granted by the European Patent Office. ...
Humble Introduces CBD Product Line Designed For An Active Lifestyle
THOUSAND OAKS– Humble Specialty Products, LLC, the company behind Humble Hemp Wraps, announced its newest hemp-derived product line. Created with life enthusiasts in mind, Humble CBD products are designed to serve as everyday essentials for the ...
DEA Announces Intent to License Cannabis Growing Applicants
WASHINGTON, D.C.– After years of delays, stonewalling and procrastination, the US Drug Enforcement Administration has publicly announced its intent to grant cannabis cultivation licenses to a handful of third-party applicants, according to reporting by Norml, a leading ...
Medical Cannabis Approved for Production and Sale in Greece
Athens–The Greek Parliament voted in favor of a bill to legalise the cultivation and sale of medical cannabis. The bill, which was proposed by the main opposition party Syriza, got 158 votes for and 33 ...
10 Cannabis Events Cannabis Investors Must Attend in 2021
OAKLAND–For the booming cannabis space, networking opportunities are crucial for long-term success. Trade shows, conferences, and parties celebrating all things industry are a beloved part of doing business. And while the COVID-19 shifted many events ...
The Arcview Group And Oaksterdam University Partner To Offer Cannabis Investment Workshops
OAKLAND, Calif., – A partnership ‘first,’ The Arcview Group has collaborated with Oaksterdam University (OU) to create a new course titled How to Raise Funds for Your Cannabis Business. Offering an in-depth study of fundraising within the cannabis industry, ...
Nextleaf Awarded U.S. Patent for Method to Increase CBD Concentration in Hemp Biomass
VANCOUVER, B.C.–Nextleaf Solutions Ltd. (CSE: OILS) (OTCQB: OILFF), a cannabis extractor, announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has granted the Company a patent to a method for refining raw cannabis plant material, ...
Canopy Growth Welcomes Martha Stewart as Official Strategic Advisor
SMITHS FALLS, ON–Canopy Growth Corporation (TSX: WEED) (NASDAQ: CGC), a world-leading diversified cannabis, CBD and vaporization device company announced the appointment of Martha Stewart as the company's official strategic advisor. In this new role, Martha ...
Woven Science Launches Psychedelic Care Platform With $8.5M Seed Financing
NEW YORK–Renewed scientific interest in psychedelic medicine is generating a deeper understanding of the pharmacologic substances and practices that humans have long used for ceremonial, therapeutic and cultural purposes. "We're excited by the potential for ...
Herbarium Hosts The CBX Takeover For The Last Prisoner Project
LOS ANGELES–Herbarium is officially partnering with CBX to fundraise for The Last Prisoner Project and advocate for the decriminalization of cannabis. CBX Takeover, presented by Herbarium and CBX, will be held May 28th, 2021 in ...
BOLD Receives Cannabis Oil Sales License From Health Canada
SASKATOON–BOLD Growth Inc., a licensed producer based in Saskatchewan is pleased to announce it has been granted a license from Health Canada to sell cannabis oil products, effective May 12, 2021. This license will allow ...
Delta 8 THC is a Fun Version of Weed – Ministry of Hemp’s Podcast #61
LOS ANGELES–The Ministry of Hemp's 61st episode saw the host Matt sit down with Jordan Lams, the CEO of Moxie, a Long Beach-based marijuana cultivation and manufacturing company. The duo wanted listeners to know how it feels ...
Prima Closes $9.2 Million Seed Plus Financing
LOS ANGELES–The Uplifters' Prima, PBC a purpose-driven brand focused on science-backed plant therapeutics and cannabinoids, today announced the close of a $9.2 million Seed Plus financing led by leading institutional venture firms Greycroft, H Ventures, Defy, and Lerer ...
