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Catching up with Jushi Creativity: A Q&A with Dre Neumann
Jushi Holdings is a large multi-state operator with a massive national footprint and a presence in key markets, including Pennsylvania, Illinois, Virginia, Massachusetts, Nevada, Ohio and California. About a year and a half ago, Aaron Green interviewed Andreas “Dre”...
First Pharma vs Cannabis Clinical Trial Moves Forward
Affinity Bio Partners on Working with Zelira Therapeutics to Complete Enrolment for Diabetic Nerve Pain Drug Trial It’s an exciting time in the medical cannabis community as Zelira, a global leader in the research, development and commercialization of clinically...
No Green Wave This Time, But Two More States Legalize Adult Use Cannabis
Five states voted on adult-use cannabis legalization. These results increase the number of states that have legalized cannabis for adult-use from 19 to 21. Similar ballot measures failed, however, in Arkansas, North Dakota and South Dakota. The continued expansion of...
Challenges Abound for Cannabis Industry Growth in 2023
With an adverse regulatory environment, labor shortages, supply chain disruptions and the always-present threat of property damage and product recalls, cannabis operators are fighting an uphill battle to stay viable in today’s environment. According to Politico, more...
2022 Cannabis Supply Chain Virtual Conference
2022 Cannabis Supply Chain Virtual Conference Sponsored by CannaSpyGlass View On-Demand Now Click here to see all available CIJ events and webinars Agenda A Smarter Cannabis Beverage Distribution Model Jason Vegotsky, Chief Executive Officer, Petalfast Current...
Expanding Your Cannabis Brand: Plan Your Packaging & Labeling Strategy
38 states with legalized cannabis. 38 versions of cannabis laws. All with the same objective – to ensure consumer product safety. Commonly, state laws point to federal standards that exist for child resistance (Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA)), pesticides...
A Q&A with Sundie Seefried, President & CEO of Safe Harbor Financial
As the former CEO of Partner Colorado Credit Union (PCCU), Sundie Seefried has been in the credit union space for 39 years. Established in 2015, Safe Harbor Financial is now a leading provider for banking and financial services in the cannabis industry. Seefried...
Election Results for Cannabis: MD, MO Vote to Legalize
Election Day in 2022 has come and gone and as the dust settles, it looks like voters favored cannabis legalization in some states, but failed to pass muster with other key ballot initiatives. While we wait to see the final tallies for which party will gain...
Five Reasons Everyone in Cannabis Should be Using RegTech
As the cannabis industry continues to grow, regulations will only get more onerous and complex, and enforcement will ramp up. In order to survive, it’s imperative for cannabis business owners and the ancillary companies that support them – such as banks, insurance...
Uber Eats, Circle K Dip Their Toes in Cannabis
Last week, Uber Eats and Leafly announced a partnership to begin cannabis deliveries in Toronto. Adults in Toronto can now place orders from licensed cannabis dispensaries through the Uber Eats app, delivered to them by the cannabis retailer. This marks the first time...
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Tennessee House passes bill to revoke cities' marijuana decriminalization efforts
The House has voted on a bill that would nullify laws that Memphis and Nashville have passed that have reduced the penalty for weed in some cases. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Tennessee House passes bill to revoke cities' marijuana decriminalization efforts
Powerhouse cannabis firms form lobby group to protect state-based weed laws
Some big-name firms in cannabis have formed a national advocacy and marijuana lobbying organization, New Federalism Fund, to spur change on Capitol Hill. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Powerhouse cannabis firms form lobby group to protect state-based weed laws
Could Vermont see some form of weed legalization this year after all?
A Vermont measure that would legalize small amounts of marijuana for personal use has passed a House committee by a vote of 8-3. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Could Vermont see some form of weed legalization this year after all?
About 900 would-be Pennsylvania marijuana businesses apply for 39 permits
A flurry of zoning applications have arrived at the Pennsylvania Department of Health for 12 grower licenses along with 27 dispensary permits. Read Full Article at: Cannabist About 900 would-be Pennsylvania marijuana businesses apply for 39 permits
North Dakota medical marijuana supporters say Legislature overriding voter intent
Backers of a successful North Dakota medical marijuana ballot initiative said lawmakers have changed the intent of the measure against voters' will. Read Full Article at: Cannabist North Dakota medical marijuana supporters say Legislature overriding voter intent
Oregon issues first marijuana recall over high pesticide levels
The Oregon Liquor Control Commission issued its first recall of recreational marijuana after samples were found to contain above-limit pesticide residue. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Oregon issues first marijuana recall over high pesticide levels
North Dakota prepares to hear testimony on proposed medical marijuana regulations
The House Human Services Committee has reserved the state Capitol's biggest room for Tuesday to hear testimony on new state rules on medical marijuana. Read Full Article at: Cannabist North Dakota prepares to hear testimony on proposed medical marijuana regulations
Arizona ruling allows setting conditions on medical marijuana use for PTSD
An Arizona court ruling upholds a state agency's decision to improve conditions on allowing use of medical marijuana to treat post-traumatic stress disorder. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Arizona ruling allows setting conditions on medical marijuana use for PTSD
Georgia legislators reach compromise to expand access to CBD, keep THC level at 5 percent
Georgia legislators have come to an agreement to expand the state's medical cannabis program, and to keep cannabis oil THC level at 5 percent. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Georgia legislators reach compromise to expand access to CBD, keep THC level at 5 percent
Map: How do state medical marijuana laws compare? Advocates give report card
The majority of U.S. states now have a medical marijuana law in place, but the laws don't yet go far enough, says advocacy group Americans for Safe Access. Read Full Article at: Cannabist Map: How do state medical marijuana laws compare? Advocates give report card