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TSA Lists Medical Cannabis as Permitted, The Rules Page Is Still Blank
SPRINGFIELD – Travelers navigating state-legal Cannabis programs now have clearer federal agency direction on what to expect at airport security. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) revised its public “What Can I Bring?” tool to list ...
Rob Van Dam Enters Cannabis Wellness with New Hemp-Derived E-Commerce Platform
LOS ANGELES – WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam aka RVD, long known for his open support of Cannabis, has stepped into the wellness side of the industry with a fresh venture. The move ...
Leafwell Brings Medical Cannabis to the Benefits Table
CHICAGO – When Emily Fisher, the CEO and founder of virtual Cannabis-based care clinic Leafwell, was navigating her first breast cancer diagnosis, she turned to Cannabis out of desperation, not conviction. There was no physician ...
A LIFE IN A DAY: Clayton Smith: CEO: AULV Health
NEW YORK- A LIFE IN A DAY offers viewers another look at well-known people who are in various areas of the industry. We can see from their LinkedIn profile what they do for work, but ...
Vireo Growth Completes Acquisition of Hawthorne Gardening Company
MINNEAPOLIS – Vireo Growth Inc. announced it has closed acquisition of The Hawthorne Gardening Company from The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, marking the completion of a deal first outlined in a nonbinding memorandum of understanding in ...
Cannabis Sales Climb as Alcohol Purchases Slip, Statistics Canada Reports
OTTAWA – New federal data from Statistics Canada reveal that recreational Cannabis sales in Canada rose while alcohol declined in the fiscal year, ending March 31, 2025. Parallel trends appear in U.S. frequency-of-use surveys, where ...
Sensi Seeds and Death Row Records Partner to Release Exclusive Strains in U.S.
AMSTERDAM – Sensi Seeds, the Dutch seed bank founded in 1985, has brought its collaboration with Death Row Records to American home cultivators. The move makes selected Cannabis strains available in the United States for ...
TSA Lists Medical Cannabis as Permitted, The Rules Page Is Still Blank
SPRINGFIELD – Travelers navigating state-legal Cannabis programs now have clearer federal agency direction on what to expect at airport security. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) revised its public “What Can I Bring?” tool to list ...
Rob Van Dam Enters Cannabis Wellness with New Hemp-Derived E-Commerce Platform
LOS ANGELES – WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam aka RVD, long known for his open support of Cannabis, has stepped into the wellness side of the industry with a fresh venture. The move ...
Leafwell Brings Medical Cannabis to the Benefits Table
CHICAGO – When Emily Fisher, the CEO and founder of virtual Cannabis-based care clinic Leafwell, was navigating her first breast cancer diagnosis, she turned to Cannabis out of desperation, not conviction. There was no physician ...
What You Need to Know Inventory Management and Cost Accounting
LOS ANGELES- Every entrepreneur, CEO and CFO needs to know that effective inventory management and accurate cost accounting are critical to success in the cannabis and psychedelic industries. As businesses navigate a landscape marked by ...
What You Need to Know Banking and Financing Challenges
LOS ANGELES- Every entrepreneur CEO or CFO needs to know that navigating the banking and financing landscape in the cannabis industry presents unique challenges. Despite the rapid growth of the cannabis market in the United States, ...
What Entrepreneurs Need to Know Regulatory Compliance Costs
LOS ANGELES- Every entrepreneur, CFO and CEO needs to know that navigating regulatory compliance in the cannabis industry is not just a legal obligation, but also a significant financial undertaking. As the cannabis market continues ...
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Advocates for Hemp Restrictions and Medical Cannabis Expansion
LOS ANGELES- Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed support for restricting the sale of unregulated hemp-derived THC products while advocating for the expansion of the state's medical cannabis program. In a recent opinion piece, ...
Minnesota Approves Hemp Seed Meal for Laying Hens
LOS ANGELES- The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has authorized the use of hemp seed meal in feed for laying hens, positioning Minnesota among the first states to permit this ingredient in poultry diets. Hemp ...
Vireo Growth Inc. Secures $75 Million Financing and Acquires Four Cannabis Operators
LOS ANGELES- Vireo Growth Inc. has announced a $75 million equity financing at $0.625 per share, alongside agreements to acquire four single-state cannabis operators for approximately $397 million in all-stock transactions. The acquisitions include Proper ...
Canopy USA Appoints M. Brooks Jorgensen as President
LOS ANGELES- Canopy USA, a subsidiary of Canopy Growth Corporation, has announced the appointment of M. Brooks Jorgensen as its new President. Jorgensen brings over two decades of experience in the wine and spirits industry, ...
Expanding Investment Horizons: Opportunities for Cannabis Entrepreneurs
NEW YORK-The cannabis industry is evolving, presenting fresh opportunities for entrepreneurs willing to think beyond traditional boundaries. While some cannabis-specific investors may be stepping back, there’s growing interest from wellness-focused capital, accredited investors, and innovative ...
The Rise of a New Era of Consumption: Cannabis-Infused Drinks
LOS ANGELES-Cannabis-infused beverages have rapidly gained traction in recent years as a popular alternative to traditional consumption methods such as smoking and vaping. With the increasing legalization of cannabis in the United States and other ...
Ottawa’s Psilocybin Retailers Maintain Operations Amid National Enforcement Actions
LOS ANGELES- In Ottawa, several storefronts openly selling psilocybin, the psychoactive compound in magic mushrooms, continue to operate with minimal interference from local law enforcement. This contrasts with actions in other Canadian municipalities, where authorities ...
DEA Postpones Cannabis Rescheduling Hearing to 2025
LOS ANGELES- The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has postponed its public hearing on the proposed rescheduling of cannabis under federal law. Initially scheduled for December 2, 2024, the hearing is now expected to occur in ...
What You Need to Know About Cash Flow Management
NEW YORK- Every CFO and entrepreneur in Cannabis and Psychedelics needs to know that efficient cash flow management is essential in the cannabis industry, where companies face specific financial challenges. WELCOME Back to this fresh ...
Cansortium Completes Merger with RIV Capital
LOS ANGELES- Cansortium Inc., operating under the Fluent brand, has finalized its merger with RIV Capital Inc., establishing a multi-state cannabis operator with a presence in Florida, New York, Texas, and Pennsylvania. The merger results ...
Psyence Biomed Completes $2 Million Private Placement
LOS ANGELES- Psyence Biomedical Ltd. , a biotechnology firm specializing in psilocybin-based psychedelic medicines, has finalized a private placement, securing approximately $2 million in gross proceeds. The financing involved the issuance of 1,000,000 common shares ...
Cannabis Industry Forecast for 2025: A Year of Transformation
LOS ANGELES—As the calendar turns to 2025, the cannabis industry stands on the brink of transformation. This year could mark a pivotal point, shaped by evolving policies, shifting consumer preferences, and new market opportunities on ...
