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MariMed Strikes Licensing Deal to Bring Edibles Line to New York Market
NORWOOD – MariMed Inc. has signed a licensing agreement with Farm 2 Hand, LLC, a licensed cultivator and processor in New York, to roll out its lineup of edibles across the state starting in 2026. ...
Germany Boosts Medical Cannabis Import Cap
BERLIN – German health authorities have increased the annual limit on medical Cannabis imports to 192.5 metric tons, in an effort to keep up with the rapid growth in patient demand while the country navigates ...
Emerald Intel Acquires Cannabiz Media, Expanding Reach in Cannabis Intelligence Sector
ANNAPOLIS – Emerald Intel, a key player in Cannabis market data, revealed its purchase of Cannabiz Media, a long-standing directory of licensed operators and decision-makers in the North American Cannabis space. The transaction, announced via ...
Morocco Approves Licenses for 67 Cannabis-Based Products
RABAT – Moroccan regulators have cleared 67 Cannabis-derived products, signaling steady progress in the country's push toward a structured legal framework for the plant. The batch includes 26 cosmetic items and 41 dietary supplements, each ...
LSD Shows Promise in Prolonged Reduction of Anxiety Symptoms
LOS ANGELES – A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) on September 4, suggests that a single dose of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) may significantly reduce symptoms of generalized ...
Cannabis MSOs Face Manageable 2026 Debt Maturities, Viridian Analysis Shows
LOS ANGELES – Major Cannabis operators are navigating a once-daunting wave of debt due in 2026 with greater ease than anticipated, according to a recent chart from Viridian Capital Advisors. The analysis examines cash sources ...
The Scrappy Cannabis Retailer’s Playbook
LOS ANGELES- A Practical Guide to Building a Smarter Marketing System by Tim Naughton. The Cannabis retail landscape is competitive, taxed heavily, and increasingly crowded by new entrants including Hemp and THCA brands selling direct ...
MariMed Strikes Licensing Deal to Bring Edibles Line to New York Market
NORWOOD – MariMed Inc. has signed a licensing agreement with Farm 2 Hand, LLC, a licensed cultivator and processor in New York, to roll out its lineup of edibles across the state starting in 2026. ...
Germany Boosts Medical Cannabis Import Cap
BERLIN – German health authorities have increased the annual limit on medical Cannabis imports to 192.5 metric tons, in an effort to keep up with the rapid growth in patient demand while the country navigates ...
Emerald Intel Acquires Cannabiz Media, Expanding Reach in Cannabis Intelligence Sector
ANNAPOLIS – Emerald Intel, a key player in Cannabis market data, revealed its purchase of Cannabiz Media, a long-standing directory of licensed operators and decision-makers in the North American Cannabis space. The transaction, announced via ...
Study Finds THC Increases Survival Time in Palliative Care Patients
LOS ANGLES- A recent study conducted by German researchers has found that tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) may significantly extend the survival time of ambulatory palliative patients. Published in the peer-reviewed journal Medical Cannabis and Cannabinoids, the study ...
Expanded Record Sealing Opportunities Approved in Maine
LOS ANGELES- Maine's Legislature has recently approved two significant bills that enhance the state's ability to seal criminal records. Among these, one particular bill stands out for its focus on cannabis-related offenses. This legislation now ...
DEA Challenges Right to Try Psilocybin Use in Court
LOS ANGELES- The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has requested a federal appeals court to refuse Dr. Sunil Aggarwal's application to use psilocybin for terminally ill patients, citing the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) which does ...
Louisiana Committee Advances Cannabis Regulatory Framework Bill
LOS ANGELES- The Louisiana House Health and Welfare Committee has unanimously passed House Bill 707, setting the stage for a comprehensive regulatory framework for recreational cannabis use. Introduced by Rep. Edmond Jordan, the bill aims ...
Cannabis Industry on Track to Deliver 800,000 American Jobs by 2028
SAN DIEGO — In a recent report, CannabizTeam, a leading cannabis staffing and executive search firm, detailed optimistic projections for the U.S. job market within the legal cannabis industry, forecasting substantial growth and compensation boosts ...
Study Reveals High THC Levels in Smokable Hemp Products
LOS ANGELES- A recent study conducted by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has revealed that a significant majority of smokable hemp products contain THC levels that exceed federal legal limits, classifying them ...
Cresco Labs Workers Vote to Leave Union
LOS ANGELES- In a notable development in the cannabis industry, employees at Cresco Labs' cultivation facility in Fall River, Massachusetts, have opted to de-unionize. The decision, made ahead of the expiration of their current contract ...
Louisiana Legislators Clash Over THC Consumables Regulation
LOS ANGELES- Louisiana's legislative bodies are currently entangled in a debate over the future of hemp-derived THC consumables, with contrasting bills passed by the House and Senate. According to NOLA.com, the Louisiana House has passed ...
Expansion of Japan’s Cannabis Market
LOS ANGELES- The cannabis market in Japan has shown remarkable growth from $26.3 million in 2019 to $173.8 million in 2023. This growth, detailed in a report by Euromonitor International, reflects a burgeoning demand for ...
Heritage Cannabis Seeks Creditor Protection
LOS ANGELES-Heritage Cannabis Holdings Corp. has sought creditor protection, reflecting broader financial distress within Canada’s adult-use cannabis market. The Ontario Superior Court of Justice approved the creditor protection under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA), ...
Minnesota House Advances Social Equity in Cannabis Licensing
LOS ANGELES- The Minnesota House of Representatives has passed significant amendments to the state's adult-use cannabis program, focusing on enhancing social equity in cannabis licensing. The changes were detailed in a recent MinnPost report and ...
Adjustments to Federal Drug Testing Guidelines Proposed
NEW YORK- The Department of Health & Human Services is considering revisions to the federal drug testing panels, as detailed in a recent Federal Register publication. The proposed adjustments include the addition of fentanyl to ...
Canopy Growth Corp Expands into U.S. Cannabis Market
LOS ANGELES- Canopy Growth Corp, a Canada-based cannabis company, has secured approval from its shareholders to venture into the American cannabis market via its newly established subsidiary, Canopy USA. This strategic move involves a novel ...
Strategic Merger: Nature’s Miracle and Agrify Unite in Controlled Environment Agriculture
LOS ANGELES- Nature's Miracle Holding Inc., a vertical farming technology, has successfully completed its acquisition of Agrify Corporation, a provider of advanced cultivation and extraction solutions. This merger positions the combined entity at the forefront ...
North Carolina’s First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Opens
NEW YORK- North Carolina witnessed the opening of its first medical cannabis dispensary on April 20, a significant event as it marks the only legal, regulated, and safe sale of cannabis within the state. Located ...
