Iowa Legislature Passes Bill To Cap Potency of Hemp Products A bill to put a THC limit on consumable hemp products is headed to the governor’s desk after the Iowa Senate passed the measure on Tuesday. The post Iowa Legislature Passes Bill To Cap Potency of Hemp Products appeared first on High Times.

Cleotrapa, Ice Spice’s ‘Baddie Friend’ Is Our New Stoner Bestie High Times gets high with rapper Cleotrapa in NYC. The post Cleotrapa, Ice Spice’s ‘Baddie Friend’ Is Our New Stoner Bestie appeared first on High Times.

San Francisco Set To Host Inaugural Weed Week Strain premiers, cultivator meet-and-greets, a mylar bag art exhibit, and so much more will take place during SF Weed Week. The post San Francisco Set To Host Inaugural Weed Week appeared first on High Times.

Council of the District of Columbia Votes To Extend 4/20 Tax Holiday Between April 15-28, there will be no taxes on medical cannabis. The post Council of the District of Columbia Votes To Extend 4/20 Tax Holiday appeared first on High Times.

Hawaii House Committee Declines Hearing for Rec Weed Measure, Killing Effort for 2024 There's always next year, Hawaii. The post Hawaii House Committee Declines Hearing for Rec Weed Measure, Killing Effort for 2024 appeared first on High Times.

The Cannabist Co. Partners With Women-Led Brand, Flower by Edie Parker The partnership is for six state cannabis markets and includes collaboration for retail, manufacturing and wholesale with the launch of a new edibles line.

Legalization Is On The Way—Is Your Dispensary Ready? By Andy Poticha, With multiple states on the brink of legalizing adult-use cannabis, the transition from medical to recreational dispensaries is a clear and present reality for many cannabis companies.… The post Legalization Is On The Way—Is Your Dispensary Ready? appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Cannabis Contracts 101: Authority and Why it Matters By Griffen Thorne, Attorney at Harris Sliwoski Cannabis contracts are – in the simplest sense – binding agreements between two parties. But how you get to something being “binding” can… The post Cannabis Contracts 101: Authority and Why it Matters appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Captive Insurance Companies: A Game Changer For Cannabis Companies By Mike Goral In the rapidly evolving cannabis industry, businesses are increasingly seeking innovative risk management strategies that transcend traditional insurance models. Captive insurance companies have emerged as a powerful… The post Captive Insurance Companies: A Game Changer For Cannabis Companies appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Prospiant | Cannabis Greenhouse Growing vs. Warehouse/Indoor Growing People often assume that indoor-grown cannabis operations have more advantages than greenhouse-grown operations –or vice versa. Growing indoors gives operators more control over environmental factors like light, temperature, and humidity.… The post Prospiant | Cannabis Greenhouse Growing vs. Warehouse/Indoor Growing appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

D.C. Delivers the First Round of Warning Letters for Unlicensed Marijuana Dispensaries Time has run out for Initiative 71 gifting shops that exist in D.C.’s marijuana gray market. As of last Friday, the D.C. Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration delivered 13 warnings… The post D.C. Delivers the First Round of Warning Letters for Unlicensed Marijuana Dispensaries appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Citing potential impacts, House leaders kill proposal to legalize recreational marijuana A move to legalize marijuana for recreational use died Tuesday at the state Capitol, with opposing lawmakers saying more research is needed on the proposal’s potential impacts. Despite strong support in… The post Citing potential impacts, House leaders kill proposal to legalize recreational marijuana appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

6 MSOs Join Florida Adult-Use Legalization Campaign, Contribute $15 Million in New Funding After receiving Supreme Court approval for its ballot language, Smart & Safe Florida is now focused on gaining 60% voter approval in November.

Hawaii Lawmaker Calls Cannabis Legalization ‘Divisive,’ Kills Adult-Use Bill The state’s House Finance Committee won’t hold a hearing on the legislation, which the Hawaii Senate overwhelmingly passed last month.

Naropa University Offering Minor in Psychedelics Studies Naropa University in Colorado is offering a new minor in psychedelics studies for undergraduates interested in a career in psychedelics therapy. The post Naropa University Offering Minor in Psychedelics Studies appeared first on High Times.

Florida Adult-Use Cannabis Initiative Approved for November 2024 Ballot The Florida Supreme Court recently ruled that the challenges from Attorney General Ashley Moody are invalid, and that Amendment 3 will be put on the ballot. The post Florida Adult-Use Cannabis Initiative Approved for November 2024 Ballot appeared first on High Times.

Oregon Recriminalizes Hard Drugs, Ending State’s Drug Experiment In a 180-degree turn, Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek signed House Bill 4002 to reverse an earlier drug decriminalization law. The post Oregon Recriminalizes Hard Drugs, Ending State’s Drug Experiment appeared first on High Times.

Germany Celebrates First Day of Legal Recreational Weed Recreational weed is now legal in Germany, where celebrations to mark the event were held on Monday in cities across the European nation. The post Germany Celebrates First Day of Legal Recreational Weed appeared first on High Times.

How Do US Hemp-Derived Cannabinoid Sales and Craft Beer Sales Compare? The U.S. hemp-derived cannabinoid market is “conservatively” estimated to be $28.4 billion, according to Whitney Economics’ “2023 National Cannabinoid Report,” making the market size the same as the 2022 craft beer market.

Missouri-based Greenlight is Growing When Cannabis Business Executive profiled Greenlight in September of 2022, the MSO was flying under the radar in three states – Missouri, Arkansas, and West Virginia – with two more… The post Missouri-based Greenlight is Growing appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Florida Supreme Court gives voters final say on recreational marijuana The post Florida Supreme Court gives voters final say on recreational marijuana appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Office of the Pardon Attorney Requests Funds To Tackle Pardon Applications PARDON is requesting more money to fund additional staff members to address incoming cannabis pardon applications. The post Office of the Pardon Attorney Requests Funds To Tackle Pardon Applications appeared first on High Times.

Massachusetts Lawmakers Consider Psychedelics Therapy Legalization Bill A Massachusetts joint legislative committee held a hearing to consider a proposal to legalize the therapeutic use of certain natural psychedelics. The post Massachusetts Lawmakers Consider Psychedelics Therapy Legalization Bill appeared first on High Times.

Zimbabwe Farmers Swap Corn for Hemp Farming The Zimbabwe Agricultural Marketing Authority is acknowledging the pros and cons of switching from traditional crops like corn, millet, and sorghum to hemp. The post Zimbabwe Farmers Swap Corn for Hemp Farming appeared first on High Times.

Colorado Bill Banning Social Media MJ, Drug Posts Raises Constitutional Concerns While lawmakers have recently updated a new piece of legislation that would ban social media users from positively mentioning or promoting cannabis and other drugs, critics argue that the bill’s language is too far-reaching and could violate the First and Fourth Amendments. The post Colorado Bill Banning Social Media MJ, Drug Posts Raises Constitutional Concerns appeared first on High Times.

Curio Wellness Launches Manufacturing Operations in Missouri; Cultivation to Follow in 2024 The vertically integrated cannabis company is opening a 130,000-square-foot facility that’s expected to create 150 jobs in the greater St. Louis area.

People’s California Responds to Allegations by Blüm Holdings The cannabis company denounces the publication of children’s names and ‘inappropriate’ business tactics.

Cannabis Breeder Insights: Zeclair Growing tips and more information on this cultivar, which has a lineage of Cold Heat x Zonuts.

SCOTUS review of the Chevron deference is a game-changer for cannabis By Deb Tharp While the cannabis industry continues to wait for DEA to decide on rescheduling, it may be downplaying a more consequential issue playing out in Washington: the Supreme… The post SCOTUS review of the Chevron deference is a game-changer for cannabis appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Saving Oregon’s Cannabis Industry By Aaron Pelley, Attorney at Harris Sliwoski Though the cannabis industry is one of America’s most lucrative new industries — with estimates that it will reach approximately $58 billion in sales… The post Saving Oregon’s Cannabis Industry appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

In 2018, Republicans accidentally legalized cannabis. Now 22 AGs want them to undo it A coalition of 22 state attorneys general is calling on Congress to address “the glaring vagueness” that has led to legal cannabis products being sold over the counter across the country —… The post In 2018, Republicans accidentally legalized cannabis. Now 22 AGs want them to undo it appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Florida’s Adult-Use Cannabis Measure Will Land on 2024 Ballot The state’s Supreme Court approved the Trulieve-backed constitutional amendment despite opposition from Florida’s attorney general.

The Grand History of Cannabis Artist Mossy Giant teams up with Spanish social club La Creme de Gracia to illustrate the chronicle of cannabis throughout time. The post The Grand History of Cannabis appeared first on High Times.

Germany has legalized possession of small amounts of cannabis. But the buzz may not last. Marijuana campaigners in Germany lit celebratory joints on Monday as the country liberalized rules on cannabis to allow possession of small amounts. The German Cannabis Association, which campaigned for the… The post Germany has legalized possession of small amounts of cannabis. But the buzz may not last. appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Virginia Governor Vetoes Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Bill Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin says ‘Cannabis is bad for Virginians’ and questions legalization’s impact on youth health and safety in veto message.

Americans Pay Double for Drugs, Biden Fact-Checkers Find President Joe Biden said Americans are paying double for prescription drugs, and his comments check out according to fact-checkers. The post Americans Pay Double for Drugs, Biden Fact-Checkers Find appeared first on High Times.

Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians To Open First Dispensary in North Carolina As the Cherokee tribe makes final preparations, the dispensary stated that only medical cardholders will be allowed to purchase cannabis. The post Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians To Open First Dispensary in North Carolina appeared first on High Times.

Vermont Senate Passes Legislation To Establish Psychedelic Working Group The modern-day “psychedelic renaissance” doesn’t appear to be slowing down any time soon in Vermont. The post Vermont Senate Passes Legislation To Establish Psychedelic Working Group appeared first on High Times.

Virginia Governor Vetoes Bill To Legalize Cannabis Sales Virginia’s governor has vetoed legislation to authorize licensed pot sales and another bill allowing for resentencing of past pot convictions. The post Virginia Governor Vetoes Bill To Legalize Cannabis Sales appeared first on High Times.

Rules for Ohio’s pending adult-use cannabis program moving ‘quickly’ Administrative rulemaking for the state’s pending recreational marijuana program is moving full steam ahead, one industry trade association says, with sales likely to start by the third quarter of the year. Cannabis… The post Rules for Ohio’s pending adult-use cannabis program moving ‘quickly’ appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill A push to establish a legal marijuana market in Virginia is officially dead after Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed legislation on Thursday. Virginia has allowed adults over 21 to possess and cultivate… The post Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill A push to establish a legal marijuana market in Virginia is officially dead after Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed legislation on Thursday. Virginia has allowed adults over 21 to possess and cultivate… The post Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill A push to establish a legal marijuana market in Virginia is officially dead after Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed legislation on Thursday. Virginia has allowed adults over 21 to possess and cultivate… The post Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill A push to establish a legal marijuana market in Virginia is officially dead after Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed legislation on Thursday. Virginia has allowed adults over 21 to possess and cultivate… The post Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill A push to establish a legal marijuana market in Virginia is officially dead after Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed legislation on Thursday. Virginia has allowed adults over 21 to possess and cultivate… The post Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill A push to establish a legal marijuana market in Virginia is officially dead after Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed legislation on Thursday. Virginia has allowed adults over 21 to possess and cultivate… The post Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill A push to establish a legal marijuana market in Virginia is officially dead after Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed legislation on Thursday. Virginia has allowed adults over 21 to possess and cultivate… The post Virginia governor vetoes marijuana market bill appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Republican Senators Say Cannabis Rescheduling Violates International Treaties Three Republican senators are calling on the DEA to reject a Biden administration proposal to reschedule marijuana under federal drug laws. The post Republican Senators Say Cannabis Rescheduling Violates International Treaties appeared first on High Times.

Republican Senators Say Cannabis Rescheduling Violates International Treaties Three Republican senators are calling on the DEA to reject a Biden administration proposal to reschedule marijuana under federal drug laws. The post Republican Senators Say Cannabis Rescheduling Violates International Treaties appeared first on High Times.

Republican Senators Say Cannabis Rescheduling Violates International Treaties Three Republican senators are calling on the DEA to reject a Biden administration proposal to reschedule marijuana under federal drug laws. The post Republican Senators Say Cannabis Rescheduling Violates International Treaties appeared first on High Times.

Pew Survey Finds 9 in 10 Americans Support Pot Legalization More research proves it's time to legalize. The post Pew Survey Finds 9 in 10 Americans Support Pot Legalization appeared first on High Times.

Researchers Find New Way To Measure Potency of Mushrooms A potential game-changer has emerged in the world of mushrooms. The post Researchers Find New Way To Measure Potency of Mushrooms appeared first on High Times.

CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths By Hilary Bricken, Attorney at Husch Blackwell Dealing with creditors is never a fun experience. However, some creditors are more severe than others, especially in the cannabis industry. One of… The post CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths By Hilary Bricken, Attorney at Husch Blackwell Dealing with creditors is never a fun experience. However, some creditors are more severe than others, especially in the cannabis industry. One of… The post CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths By Hilary Bricken, Attorney at Husch Blackwell Dealing with creditors is never a fun experience. However, some creditors are more severe than others, especially in the cannabis industry. One of… The post CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths By Hilary Bricken, Attorney at Husch Blackwell Dealing with creditors is never a fun experience. However, some creditors are more severe than others, especially in the cannabis industry. One of… The post CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths By Hilary Bricken, Attorney at Husch Blackwell Dealing with creditors is never a fun experience. However, some creditors are more severe than others, especially in the cannabis industry. One of… The post CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths By Hilary Bricken, Attorney at Husch Blackwell Dealing with creditors is never a fun experience. However, some creditors are more severe than others, especially in the cannabis industry. One of… The post CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths By Hilary Bricken, Attorney at Husch Blackwell Dealing with creditors is never a fun experience. However, some creditors are more severe than others, especially in the cannabis industry. One of… The post CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths By Hilary Bricken, Attorney at Husch Blackwell Dealing with creditors is never a fun experience. However, some creditors are more severe than others, especially in the cannabis industry. One of… The post CDTFA Cannabis Creditor: Myths and Truths appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.