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Michigan Transfers Hemp Regulation to USDA
LOS ANGELES- Michigan has concluded its state-managed industrial hemp program, transitioning regulatory oversight to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) effective January 1, 2025. This shift, prompted by the enactment of House Bill 5977, dissolves ...
Psychedelic Drugs Market Poised for Growth: From $0.7B in 2022 to $2.6B by 2032
The global psychedelic drugs market is projected to expand from $0.7 billion in 2022 to $2.6 billion by 2032, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.4%.According to Allied Market Research This growth is ...
Oklahoma to Launch State-Run Cannabis Testing Lab for Industry Oversight by February 2025
LOS ANGELES- Oklahoma is preparing to launch a state-operated cannabis testing laboratory in February 2025, aiming to enhance the accuracy and reliability of product assessments within the state's medical cannabis industry. This initiative addresses longstanding ...
Green Thumb Industries Secures $150 Million Credit Facility to Retire Existing Debt
LOS ANGELES- Green Thumb Industries Inc. (GTI), a national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and owner of RISE Dispensaries, has closed a $150 million five-year syndicated credit facility led by Valley National Bank. The company ...
LeafLink Acquires Leaf Trade to Enhance Cannabis Wholesale Platform
LOS ANGELES- LeafLink, a cannabis wholesale platform, has acquired Leaf Trade, a wholesale marketplace serving multi-state operators (MSOs) and enterprise cannabis companies. This strategic move aims to streamline operations for cannabis businesses of varying scales. ...
Canopy Growth Appoints New CEO Amid Financial Challenges
LOS ANGELES- Canopy Growth Corp., a cannabis industry, has announced the appointment of Luc Mongeau as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 6. Mongeau succeeds David Klein in this leadership role. With over 25 ...
Nebraska Judge Upholds Voter-Approved Medical Cannabis Initiatives
LOS ANGELES- A Nebraska district court has affirmed the validity of two voter-approved measures concerning medical cannabis, dismissing allegations of fraudulent signature collection. The legal challenge aimed to invalidate Measures 437 and 438, which were ...
Michigan Transfers Hemp Regulation to USDA
LOS ANGELES- Michigan has concluded its state-managed industrial hemp program, transitioning regulatory oversight to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) effective January 1, 2025. This shift, prompted by the enactment of House Bill 5977, dissolves ...
Psychedelic Drugs Market Poised for Growth: From $0.7B in 2022 to $2.6B by 2032
The global psychedelic drugs market is projected to expand from $0.7 billion in 2022 to $2.6 billion by 2032, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.4%.According to Allied Market Research This growth is ...
Oklahoma to Launch State-Run Cannabis Testing Lab for Industry Oversight by February 2025
LOS ANGELES- Oklahoma is preparing to launch a state-operated cannabis testing laboratory in February 2025, aiming to enhance the accuracy and reliability of product assessments within the state's medical cannabis industry. This initiative addresses longstanding ...
Verano Holdings to Participate in Key Investor Conferences
LOS ANGELES- Verano Holdings Corp. U.S. multi-state cannabis company, has announced its participation in two significant industry conferences. The company’s executives will engage with investors and industry leaders to discuss important market developments and future ...
High Tide Inc. Reports Revenue and Profitability in Q3 2024
LOS ANGELES- High Tide Inc. reported strong financial results for the third fiscal quarter of 2024, with record revenue of $131.7 million, reflecting a 6% increase year-over-year and sequentially. This revenue growth underscores the company's ...
MediPharm Labs Achieves Debt-Free Status with $2.1M Repayment
LOS ANGELES- MediPharm Labs Corp., a pharmaceutical company specializing in cannabis-based health products, has announced the repayment of its remaining $2.1 million convertible debt, making the company materially debt-free. With over $13 million in cash ...
Silo Pharma Advances Regulatory Path for PTSD Treatment SPC-15
LOS ANGELES- Silo Pharma, Inc. a developmental stage biopharmaceutical company, has submitted a proposal for FDA approval of its PTSD treatment, SPC-15, through the 505(b)(2) regulatory pathway. This pathway is designed to shorten clinical timelines ...
Embracing the Evolution: The Rise of Cannabis Consumption Lounges
LOS ANGELES — The cannabis industry is no stranger to innovation, and one of the most promising developments in recent years is the emergence of cannabis consumption lounges. These venues are revolutionizing the way consumers ...
Emerald Cup 2024: Behind the Scenes at a Celebration of Cannabis Culture in Oakland
OAKLAND — Last month, the Emerald Cup 2024, a premier event in the cannabis community, took place at the historic Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center in Oakland. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, this iconic event honors ...
Urbana Breathes New Life into Historic Luka’s Taproom with a New Cannabis Dispensary and Lounge in Oakland
Honoring a Beloved Oakland Landmark, Urbana Introduces a New Paradigm in Cannabis Retail and Consumption OAKLAND, CA – Urbana, one of Northern California’s premier cannabis brands, is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest ...
Michigan Cannabis Sales Hit Record $295.4 Million in August
LOS ANGELES- Michigan's cannabis industry set a new monthly sales record in August, with licensed dispensaries generating $295.4 million in revenue, according to the state's Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA). This figure includes $294.1 million from ...
Nixon’s Secret Recordings: A Shift in Private Views on Cannabis
LOS ANGELES- Recently uncovered White House recordings from 1973 reveal that President Richard Nixon privately acknowledged that cannabis was "not particularly dangerous," a stance at odds with his administration's aggressive drug policies. The recordings, discovered ...
FDA Consideration of Psilocybin Therapy Could Impact Millions of Depression Patients
LOS ANGELES- Recent research suggests that the active ingredient in psychedelic mushrooms, psilocybin, may offer significant benefits for individuals struggling with depression, pending approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). With roughly one ...
California Governor Proposes Emergency Ban on THC in Hemp Products
LOS ANGELES- California Governor Gavin Newsom announced emergency regulations on Friday that would prohibit the sale of hemp products containing detectable levels of THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis. The move aims to address concerns ...
Medical Cannabis in Germany: A Gateway for Investment and Innovation
The investment climate in Germany's medical cannabis industry is poised for significant expansion, driven by the global cannabis legalization movement, ongoing regulatory changes, and mounting community and market demand. As the country embraces a more ...
MindMed to Present at Key September Investor Conferences
LOS ANGELES- Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel treatments for brain health disorders, announced its participation in three significant investor conferences in September 2024. MindMed’s management team will engage ...
Green Thumb Secures $150 Million Syndicated Credit Facility
LOS ANGELES- Green Thumb Industries Inc, a national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and owner of RISE Dispensaries, has announced the closing of a $150 million 5-year syndicated credit facility. The financing, led by Valley ...
Luxury Cannabis Market Expands with High-End Dispensaries
LOS ANGELES- The cannabis industry is shifting its focus towards luxury consumers, with a growing number of high-end dispensaries opening in upscale areas like Fifth Avenue in New York City and the Hamptons. This new ...
