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Missouri Trade Group Report Finds 96% of Tested Hemp Products Exceed THC Thresholds
KANSAS CITY – A new investigation by the Missouri Cannabis Trade Association (MoCannTrade) has concluded that nearly all hemp-derived products sold at unregulated retailers in the state contain illegal levels of THC, raising questions about ...
New Mexico Cannabis Market Edges Toward $2B in Total Sales
ALBUQUERQUE – New Mexico's Cannabis industry has recorded $1.9 billion in combined medical and adult-use sales since recreational legalization took effect in April 2022, according to the latest figures from the state’s Regulation and Licensing ...
Fairfax Bank Retreats from Servicing Cannabis Businesses
FAIRFAX – MainStreet Bancshares Inc., a community lender with $2.2 billion in assets, has shelved its Cannabis banking program just eight months after unveiling it as a growth driver. The decision, disclosed by CEO Jeff ...
Crafting Cannabis Excellence: How Quality Builds Lasting Brands
In the bustling Cannabis market, where fierce competition and economic pressures have driven prices down, many products risk blending into a sea of sameness. Yet, a select group of companies stands out by prioritizing premium ...
Cannabis Legalization Drives Property Growth, Research Finds
LOS ANGELES – The legalization of recreational Cannabis has had a substantial positive impact on home values across the United States, effectively dispelling myths that it harms property markets. From 2009 to 2024, homes in ...
LEEF Brands Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results
VANCOUVER – LEEF Brands Inc. disclosed its second-quarter financials, showing steady revenue gains offset by squeezed margins and ongoing losses. The company reported $8.7 million in revenue for the period ended June 30, a 10% ...
Playing to Win: How Strategy Really Works for Cannabis Leaders
LOS ANGELES -The Cannabis industry is filled with ambitious operators, visionary founders, and well-funded enterprises. Yet despite enormous energy and investment, many companies still struggle to answer the most fundamental question in business: what is ...
Missouri Trade Group Report Finds 96% of Tested Hemp Products Exceed THC Thresholds
KANSAS CITY – A new investigation by the Missouri Cannabis Trade Association (MoCannTrade) has concluded that nearly all hemp-derived products sold at unregulated retailers in the state contain illegal levels of THC, raising questions about ...
New Mexico Cannabis Market Edges Toward $2B in Total Sales
ALBUQUERQUE – New Mexico's Cannabis industry has recorded $1.9 billion in combined medical and adult-use sales since recreational legalization took effect in April 2022, according to the latest figures from the state’s Regulation and Licensing ...
Fairfax Bank Retreats from Servicing Cannabis Businesses
FAIRFAX – MainStreet Bancshares Inc., a community lender with $2.2 billion in assets, has shelved its Cannabis banking program just eight months after unveiling it as a growth driver. The decision, disclosed by CEO Jeff ...
Curaleaf Holdings Inc. Aims for Listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange
NEW YORK – Curaleaf Holdings Inc., a dominant player in the global cannabis consumer products arena, has taken a definitive step towards expanding its reach by filing an application to list its subordinate voting shares ...
Idaho Pushes Forward on Medical Cannabis Initiative Amidst Surrounding States’ Relaxed Laws
LOS ANGELES— As the drive for medical cannabis intensifies nationwide, Idaho finds itself as an island of resistance in a sea of relaxed cannabis regulations. Kind Idaho, a determined advocacy group, is fervently seeking to ...
Switzerland Greenlights First Legal Cannabis Dispensaries in a Milestone for European Policy
LOS ANGELES— In a landmark move that signifies a significant departure from traditional European cannabis policies, Switzerland's Federal Office of Public Health has given its nod to the establishment of the continent's first legal adult-use ...
Golden Roots Faces License Revocation and Hefty Fines in New Mexico Over Cannabis Regulation Violations
ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico regulatory authorities have dealt a significant blow to Albuquerque's cannabis industry, revoking the license of local firm Golden Roots and imposing a nearly $300,000 fine. This punitive action is the result ...
Washington State Suspends True Northwest Lab’s Quality Assurance Certification
WASHINGTON STATE — State regulators announced a suspension on the quality-assurance certification of the Olympia-based testing lab, True Northwest, after multiple concerns arose regarding the lab's testing reliability and operational procedures. In an official statement, ...
Cannabis and the Workplace: A Changing Paradigm
LOS ANGELES- In a recent survey, compelling insights were unveiled concerning the changing attitudes and behaviors of individuals towards cannabis consumption, emphasizing its medicinal applications and subsequent implications in the professional arena. Key Insights: Usage ...
Bipartisan Cannabis Reform Takes Center Stage Again in Congress
LOS ANGELES- Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) has reintroduced federal cannabis reform to the forefront, two years after she became a prominent Republican voice on the matter. On October 24, Mace unveiled a new cannabis legalization ...
Debunking Fentanyl and Cannabis Misconceptions
NEW YORK- The New York Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has released a comprehensive report addressing the widespread misinformation suggesting that cannabis is being contaminated with fentanyl. This misinformation has been perpetuated through various channels, ...
Oregon Cannabis Associations Merge Amidst Industry Challenges
LOS ANGELES- In a significant development within Oregon's cannabis sector, the Oregon Cannabis Association and the Cannabis Industry Alliance of Oregon have decided to merge. The boards of both organizations approved this union last week, ...
Beckley Psytech Begins Landmark Phase IIb Study on Novel Intranasal 5-MeO-DMT Formulation for Treatment Resistant Depression
LOS ANGELES- In a significant development for the field of neuropsychiatric treatment, Beckley Psytech Ltd, a leading clinical-stage biotechnology firm, announced today the initiation of its international Phase IIb study on BPL-003. This novel synthetic ...
New Mexico Tax Department Pursues Over 100 Cannabis Firms for Delinquent Taxes
LOS ANGELES- The New Mexico Department of Taxation and Revenue announced an enforcement drive on Wednesday, highlighting that over 100 cannabis license holders in the state have failed to meet their tax obligations. According to ...
Exploring Rick Simpson Oil: A Practical Perspective
LOS ANGELES-Many years ago, a family sought my assistance concerning a sibling diagnosed with prostate cancer. This brother staunchly rejected conventional treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and injections. He believed, with unwavering determination, that a ...
The Rise and Debate of Delta-8 THC: Understanding the Controversy
LOS ANGELES- Delta-8-Tetrahydrocannabinol (delta-8 or ∆8-THC) is making headlines as its popularity soars, primarily due to federal regulations that ambiguously classify it. Resembling the more commonly known Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol in structure and effect, this lesser-known cannabinoid ...
Aurora Cannabis Settles Patent Litigation with Willow Biosciences
TORONTO — Aurora Cannabis, the Alberta-based licensed producer, has finalized a confidential settlement with Willow Biosciences over a previously ongoing patent litigation that began in July 2021. The specific terms and conditions of the settlement ...
Cybin Inc. and Small Pharma Join Forces in a Milestone Psychedelic Therapeutics Acquisition
LOS ANGELES- In a notable merger move in the psychedelic therapeutics landscape, Small Pharma Inc. has received the green light from the Supreme Court of British Columbia for its acquisition by Cybin Inc. This all-stock ...
