The Fellowship of the Flower SF Hash Week readies to smoke out the City by the Bay. The post The Fellowship of the Flower first appeared on High Times.

Michigan Pot Market Surpasses California in Sales Volume BDSA Analytics and Headset both report that Michigan cannabis businesses sold more in terms of units sold. The post Michigan Pot Market Surpasses California in Sales Volume first appeared on High Times.

A One-Year Update on Oregon’s Legal Psilocybin Program Psilocybin Service center owners are struggling to find new customers and restrictions on advertisements limit their ability to reach a wider audience. The post A One-Year Update on Oregon’s Legal Psilocybin Program first appeared on High Times.

House GOP strips language aimed at protecting banks from cannabis crackdowns House Republicans nixed text aimed at protecting banks from cannabis crackdowns from a government funding bill after blowback from fellow GOP lawmakers. The measure was included in the party’s initial… The post House GOP strips language aimed at protecting banks from cannabis crackdowns appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Class Action Suit Calls New York City’s Crackdown on ‘Illegal’ Cannabis Shops Unconstitutional Dozens of businesses are suing the city and several of its officials for enforcing the SMOKEOUT Act and closing allegedly illegal stores without judicial review.

Kamala Kush Strain Sparks Conversation on Jimmy Kimmel Live On Jimmy Kimmel Live, the host asked Vice President Kamala Harris if she was aware there is a strain named after her, and she appeared visibly surprised. The post Kamala Kush Strain Sparks Conversation on Jimmy Kimmel Live first appeared on High Times.

UC Berkeley To Enlist Human Subjects in Groundbreaking Psilocybin Study At the UC Berkeley Center for the Science of Psychedelics, researchers will examine human subjects to determine how psilocybin impacts our perception. The post UC Berkeley To Enlist Human Subjects in Groundbreaking Psilocybin Study first appeared on High Times.

Massachusetts Lawmakers Push Intoxicating Hemp Regs to 2025 Massachusetts lawmakers say legislation to regulate intoxicating hemp products will not be ready before the end of the legislative session next month. The post Massachusetts Lawmakers Push Intoxicating Hemp Regs to 2025 first appeared on High Times.

Arizona’s Social Equity Program Isn’t Living Up to the Hype Many say that the law doesn’t do enough to support social equity applicants, and as a result many of them have sold their licenses to corporate companies. The post Arizona’s Social Equity Program Isn’t Living Up to the Hype first appeared on High Times.

WTF, Florida! This year, Florida’s Amendment 3 could legalize a recreational market in the state’s existing billion-dollar medical one. Read the many layers of this movement. The post WTF, Florida! first appeared on High Times.

New Calif. Packaging, Labeling, Advertising and Marketing Requirements to Take Effect July 1 Assembly Bill 1894 adds new requirements for cannabis cartridges and integrated cannabis vaporizers.

DaySavers and the Cannabis Research Coalition Want to Pay You to Smoke Joints for Science A new study called The Science of Smokeability (SOS), which is being conducted through a partnership between the Cannabis Research Coalition, The Network of Applied Pharmacognosy and DaySavers, is looking to pay people to smoke pre-rolls to help evaluate which variables produce the most pleasant and least harmful smoking experience.

For Rogue Smoke Shops in New York, the ‘Party’s Over’ The city is flexing its new enforcement powers to close hundreds of unlicensed cannabis stores. Critics have likened some of the authorities’ tactics to those used during the war on… The post For Rogue Smoke Shops in New York, the ‘Party’s Over’ appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Cannabis Beverage Sales Growth Slower Than Edibles Sales Growth While daily cannabis consumption now outpaces consumption of alcoholic beverages in the U.S., cannabis beverages continue to comprise a small percentage of the overall market.

Stalled marijuana tax reform bill elicits mixed reaction from industry in Alaska Alaska lawmakers failed to pass a marijuana tax reform bill this session to the displeasure of some in the marijuana industry who are concerned the industry is beginning to spiral… The post Stalled marijuana tax reform bill elicits mixed reaction from industry in Alaska appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Michigan surpasses California as the top cannabis market in the U.S. by sales volume California’s cannabis market, which has long been considered the dominant cannabis market in the U.S., has some competition. As Michigan approaches its fifth anniversary of legal recreational marijuana sales in the state,… The post Michigan surpasses California as the top cannabis market in the U.S. by sales volume appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Marijuana was supposed to help Thailand. Why is the country planning to ban it again? Two years ago, soon after Thailand became the first Asian nation to decriminalize cannabis, Sarunyu Toprasert and three friends joined a rush of pot entrepreneurs and launched the Channel Weed… The post Marijuana was supposed to help Thailand. Why is the country planning to ban it again? appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

High Five: Five Health Organizations that Support Cannabis Research Many national health organizations support medical cannabis research. The post High Five: Five Health Organizations that Support Cannabis Research first appeared on High Times.

New York Cannabis Agency Announces Cultivation Rules, License Updates At a recent board meeting the Cannabis Control Board announced its approval of the new rules for home growing, as well as a new round of license applicants. The post New York Cannabis Agency Announces Cultivation Rules, License Updates first appeared on High Times.

Florida Governor Launches PAC To Fund Campaign Against Legalizing Weed Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has formed a political committee to help defeat a constitutional amendment initiative to legalize weed in the state. The post Florida Governor Launches PAC To Fund Campaign Against Legalizing Weed first appeared on High Times.

Psilocybin Therapy Pilot Program Bill Introduced in California If passed, the bill would allow military veterans and first responders to participate in a three-year psilocybin therapy pilot program. The post Psilocybin Therapy Pilot Program Bill Introduced in California first appeared on High Times.

7 Cannabinoids In One Gummy? Damn! These gummies are awesome and taking the world by storm. The post 7 Cannabinoids In One Gummy? Damn! first appeared on High Times.

The Expanding Tao of Shangri-La The fictional Shangri-La was a hidden valley tucked into the western end of Tibet’s Kunlun Mountains; a mystical paradise isolated from the world. For brothers Nevil and Kepal Patel, however,… The post The Expanding Tao of Shangri-La appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

What Hunter Biden’s Verdict Means for Cannabis Users By Griffen Thorne, Attorney @ Harris Sliwoski I wrote about Robert Hunter Biden’s indictment for violation of federal gun laws in a post entitled “What the Hunter Biden Indictment Means… The post What Hunter Biden’s Verdict Means for Cannabis Users appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

California’s pot economy is crashing. What comes next? California no longer sells the most weed in America Vince Ning has a singular perspective on California’s weed industry. He’s the CEO and co-founder of Nabis, the state’s largest pot… The post California’s pot economy is crashing. What comes next? appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

N.Y. cannabis board formally adopts final homegrown rules The state Cannabis Control Board formally adopted rules on Tuesday that will allow anyone 21 or older to cultivate their own marijuana plants at home. The proposed regulations were approved… The post N.Y. cannabis board formally adopts final homegrown rules appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Vermont Gov. Phil Scott Allows Cannabis Bill To Pass Without Signature H.612 will pass into law and is designed to make several improvements to Vermont’s cannabis landscape. The post Vermont Gov. Phil Scott Allows Cannabis Bill To Pass Without Signature first appeared on High Times.

FDA Flags Infused Chocolate Bars, Says They Cause Seizures Don’t eat Diamond Shruumz chocolate bars, the FDA warned in a recent post. The post FDA Flags Infused Chocolate Bars, Says They Cause Seizures first appeared on High Times.

North Dakota Woman Charged with First-Degree Felony Possession for Bong Water After being pulled over in Minnesota and arrested for possession of a bong with water among other paraphernalia, Jessica Beske now faces 30 years in prison and a fine of up to $1 million. The post North Dakota Woman Charged with First-Degree Felony Possession for Bong Water first appeared on High Times.

Cannabis MSO Green Thumb Seeks Merger with Sam Adams Brewer The CEO of cannabis multistate operator Green Thumb Industries has proposed a merger between his company and Boston Beer Co. the brewer of Samuel Adams brand beers. The post Cannabis MSO Green Thumb Seeks Merger with Sam Adams Brewer first appeared on High Times.

Leaders in Dallas, Texas Pursue Cannabis Decriminalization Amidst other cities that have already passed cannabis decriminalization in Texas, the city council in Dallas is working on its own initiative to prevent police from arresting people with four ounces of cannabis or less. The post Leaders in Dallas, Texas Pursue Cannabis Decriminalization first appeared on High Times.

The Cannabist Co. Opens 11th Dispensary in Virginia The Cannabist Richmond medical cannabis retail facility expands access for patients in the commonwealth.

Lava Cake is the top cannabis strain on the market, new poll finds           PRESS RELEASE New York City—Lava Cake is the cannabis strain whose effects are most popular with consumers, according to new consumer polling and analysis conducted… The post Lava Cake is the top cannabis strain on the market, new poll finds appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

State Cannabis Officials Repeatedly Raised Alarms to Hochul’s Team Over Private Equity Loan Deal, Internal Emails Show Staffers red-flagged inflated costs and default risks for startup retailers — but were largely ignored by top officials under pressure to get financing flowing. Last June, Joseph Thomas, an assistant… The post State Cannabis Officials Repeatedly Raised Alarms to Hochul’s Team Over Private Equity Loan Deal, Internal Emails Show appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

‘Devastating’ Hemp Amendment Language Included in FY 2025 Agriculture/FDA Bill The House Appropriations Committee’s FY 25 bill for the Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA, and Related Agencies Subcommittee released June 10 includes language from ‘the Mary Miller amendment’ added to the draft 2024 Farm Bill that would change the definition of hemp and ban synthetic, intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids.

Two Exhibits in Colorado Feature Art Inspired by Mushrooms, Cannabis Both shows had debut receptions on June 7, allowing attendees to explore psychedelic interpretation through numerous artists. The post Two Exhibits in Colorado Feature Art Inspired by Mushrooms, Cannabis first appeared on High Times.

Woman Claims Dog Came Back From PetSmart High, Investigation Finds No Evidence A PetSmart in Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania, was cleared after a woman claimed her dog ate a gummy infused with THC while being groomed there. The post Woman Claims Dog Came Back From PetSmart High, Investigation Finds No Evidence first appeared on High Times.

Government in Canada Proposes Amendments to Cannabis Law, Lifting Burdens Several amendments to Canada’s cannabis laws aim to ease some of the burdens that producers and distribution companies face. The post Government in Canada Proposes Amendments to Cannabis Law, Lifting Burdens first appeared on High Times.

New Documentary Details Murder of Cannabis Advocate Les Crane Crane, once a prominent figure in the cannabis community, was murdered in 2005, but the case remains unsolved. The post New Documentary Details Murder of Cannabis Advocate Les Crane first appeared on High Times.

Elevate Your Summer: Stigma Cannabis Pioneering The THC-Beverage Scene Grab a pack of Stigma's award-winning Lemonade Iced Tea today! The post Elevate Your Summer: Stigma Cannabis Pioneering The THC-Beverage Scene first appeared on High Times.

What Is SFUE and Why Is It Critical for Your Operation’s Profitability? Your square foot utilization efficiency (SFUE) and optimized crop production schedule should be priority No. 1 and can mean millions of dollars of additional annual revenue.

Ethical Challenges in Medical Cannabis Licensing By Aaron Bloom Medical cannabis has emerged as a transformative alternative treatment for a myriad of conditions, including cancer-related symptoms, epilepsy, chronic pain, and PTSD. For many patients, medical cannabis… The post Ethical Challenges in Medical Cannabis Licensing appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Colorado’s Weed Market Is Coming Down Hard and It’s Making Other States Nervous On Jan. 1, 2014, Iraq War veteran Sean Azzariti made headlines worldwide as the first person in the U.S. to buy legal weed. More than 10 years later, 3D Cannabis, the… The post Colorado’s Weed Market Is Coming Down Hard and It’s Making Other States Nervous appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

TerrAscend Celebrates Opening of The Apothecarium Nottingham, Maryland Dispensary TerrAscend announced the opening of the company’s fourth retail location in Maryland and 39th dispensary nationwide.

Colorado’s Weed Market Is Coming Down Hard and It’s Making Other States Nervous Businesses are shuttering or laying off workers as sales have plunged by $700 million. On Jan. 1, 2014, Iraq War veteran Sean Azzariti made headlines worldwide as the first person in… The post Colorado’s Weed Market Is Coming Down Hard and It’s Making Other States Nervous appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Washington medical cannabis users get break from the nation’s highest pot taxes Thanks to a new state law, Washingtonians with a medical cannabis card can get a break from the nation’s highest tax on the drug. The change, which took effect Thursday, could… The post Washington medical cannabis users get break from the nation’s highest pot taxes appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Nonprofit S3 Collective Forms Governmental Advisory Committee Supporting Scientific Standards to Enhance the Quality and Safety of Cannabinoid Products National nonprofit S3 Collective announces the formation of its Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC) to supports S3 Collective’s mission to converge scientific research and standards to build an objective global framework that enhances the quality and safety of cannabinoid-containing products.

A New Angle on Cannabis Banking Protections by Vince Sliwoski, Managing Partner of Harris Sliwoski Sometimes I’ll write about cannabis banking when I’m working on a project for a bank or credit union, but newsworthy developments on… The post A New Angle on Cannabis Banking Protections appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

A Neighborhood Battles Illegal Weed Shops: ‘We’ve Been Begging for Help’ Just before 11 p.m. on a recent Saturday, a young woman was buzzed into Flame Zone Convenience, an unlicensed weed store on Delancey Street in the Lower East Side displaying… The post A Neighborhood Battles Illegal Weed Shops: ‘We’ve Been Begging for Help’ appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Feds Charge 47 Linked to Sinaloa Cartel The defendants belonged to various trafficking organizations that were part of an extensive network supplying Imperial County, CA. The post Feds Charge 47 Linked to Sinaloa Cartel first appeared on High Times.

Advocates in Nebraska Still Need Signatures for Medical Cannabis Initiative Nebraskan advocates express urgency for collecting signatures in order for their initiative to be included in this year’s ballot. The post Advocates in Nebraska Still Need Signatures for Medical Cannabis Initiative first appeared on High Times.

Get Paid To Smoke Pot, in the Name of Science DaySavers announced today their partnership with the Cannabis Research Coalition and The Network of Applied Pharmacognosy on a study called The Science of Smokeability. The post Get Paid To Smoke Pot, in the Name of Science first appeared on High Times.

Germany Bundestag Votes To Make Amendments to Cannabis Law The amendments include changes to driving under the influence of cannabis and new restrictions for cannabis clubs. The post Germany Bundestag Votes To Make Amendments to Cannabis Law first appeared on High Times.

Survey Finds 1 Out of 6 Americans Use Weed, Many for Medical Reasons New research from UCLA shows that one out of six adult primary care patients use cannabis, with most, even recreational users, citing medical uses of the drug. The post Survey Finds 1 Out of 6 Americans Use Weed, Many for Medical Reasons first appeared on High Times.

Criminalization Will Make Delta-8, Delta-10 THC, etc., ‘All the More Dangerous’ Says Harvard Medical Instructor and Leading Cannabis Expert In this exclusive interview, Dr. Peter Grinspoon shares his insights into the inherent safety of delta-8 and other intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids, the draft Farm Bill 2024 amendment that would ban products containing them, and why he believes legislators need to learn from past mistakes of the failed war on drugs.

Comedy, Cannabis, Compassion Comedian Amy Sedaris works a shift as a guest budtender in New York. The post Comedy, Cannabis, Compassion first appeared on High Times.

Florida Governor Vetoes Controversial Hemp Bill Gov. DeSantis shot down S.B. 1698, which would have banned the sale of synthetic and intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids and changed the definition of ‘hemp’ under the state hemp program.

‘Trim Season’ Director Ariel Vada Brings Bud and Witchcraft Together The filmmaker's horror film followers trimmers under a dangerous spell. The post ‘Trim Season’ Director Ariel Vada Brings Bud and Witchcraft Together first appeared on High Times.

Will recreational pot go on sale soon in Ohio? Medical marijuana stores can now apply to sell it Recreational pot sales are nearing reality in Ohio. The state Division of Cannabis Control began accepting applications Friday for new dual licenses that will allow existing medical marijuana dispensaries to… The post Will recreational pot go on sale soon in Ohio? Medical marijuana stores can now apply to sell it appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

California dethroned as Michigan now sells more legal weed California politicians and pot advocates have long bragged that the state is home to the largest legal cannabis market in the world. Gov. Gavin Newsom made the claim twice in the past two months alone. But… The post California dethroned as Michigan now sells more legal weed appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive - Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.