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Minnesota Tribe Unveils Plans for Mobile Cannabis 'Food Truck' Dispensary

Minnesota Tribe Unveils Plans for Mobile Cannabis ‘Food Truck’ Dispensary

The Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians in Minnesota is taking their cannabis operations on the road with a plan to introduce a mobile dispensary—a unique cannabis “food truck” concept. The tribe, which recently inaugurated one of the state’s only adult-use marijuana shops, is now looking to expand its reach and serve more markets within […]

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Study Reveals Improved Quality of Life with Medical Marijuana Use

Study Reveals Improved Quality of Life with Medical Marijuana Use

Researchers from the University of West Attica in Greece have unveiled the positive impact of medical marijuana on patients’ quality of life. The study, published in the journal GeNeDis Neuroscientific Advances, sheds light on the tangible benefits of medical cannabis use for individuals with neurological disorders. The findings challenge stigmas surrounding cannabis and emphasize its

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CANNRA Advocates Comprehensive CBD Regulation and Enhanced FDA Authority

CANNRA Advocates Comprehensive CBD Regulation and Enhanced FDA Authority

In response to inquiries from key House and Senate committees, the Cannabis Regulators Association (CANNRA) has underscored the importance of creating a comprehensive regulatory framework for hemp-based cannabinoids, including emerging compounds like delta-8 THC. CANNRA’s expert input emphasizes the need for enhanced regulatory authority for an agency like the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This

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Unlocking Revenue Potential Ohio State University's Study on Adult-Use Cannabis Tax

Unlocking Revenue Potential: Ohio State University’s Study on Adult-Use Cannabis Tax

A recent study conducted by Ohio State University has illuminated the substantial revenue potential that adult-use cannabis sales could bring to the state. According to the research, Ohio stands to generate tax revenues ranging from $275 million to $403 million by the fifth year of implementing an operational adult-use cannabis program. Let’s delve into the

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Missouri Auditor's Probe Ensuring Accountability in Cannabis Programs

Missouri Auditor’s Probe: Ensuring Accountability in Cannabis Programs

The Missouri Auditor has initiated an investigation into the state’s medical and adult-use cannabis programs. The examination, prompted by the remarkable changes brought about by cannabis legalization, highlights the need to assess the programs’ efficiency and adherence to regulations. The Missouri Auditor, Scott Fitzpatrick, has set his sights on the state’s medical and adult-use cannabis

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Rising Cannabis and Substance Use Among Adults NIH Survey 2022

Rising Cannabis and Substance Use Among Adults: NIH Survey 2022

The 2022 Monitoring the Future survey by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has unveiled a concerning trend: past-year and daily cannabis use among adults aged 19-30 has reached unprecedented levels. This survey sheds light on the evolving landscape of cannabis consumption and its impact on young adults. The survey’s findings are clear: cannabis use

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Alabama's Medical Cannabis Licensing Faces Hurdles Amid Legal Battle

Alabama’s Medical Cannabis Licensing Faces Hurdles Amid Legal Battle

Alabama’s journey towards establishing a functional medical cannabis program has hit yet another roadblock. The state’s medical cannabis licensing process has been put on hold once again as a judge granted a temporary restraining order following claims by several cannabis companies that the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) violated the state’s open meetings law. This

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Germany's Move towards Cannabis Legalization Exploring the Implications

Germany’s Move towards Cannabis Legalization: Exploring the Implications

Germany’s cabinet has given the green light to a bill that could legalize adult cannabis use and cultivation. However, before this becomes a reality, the measure must receive approval from the parliament. This development, if passed, has the potential to reshape the country’s approach to cannabis consumption and its associated regulations. The Proposed Changes in

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Florida's Hemp Industry Faces Uncertainty Over THC Limits

Florida’s Hemp Industry Faces Uncertainty Over THC Limits

Florida’s hemp industry experienced a mix of relief and apprehension when proposed limits on THC content in hemp-derived products were dropped by lawmakers earlier this year. However, the sponsors of the legislation have hinted at revisiting these limits during the 2024 legislative session, stirring concerns within the hemp sector. Colleen Burton, a Polk County Republican

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U.S. Census Bureau Adapts to the Times Capturing the Cannabis Economy

U.S. Census Bureau Adapts to the Times: Capturing the Cannabis Economy

The U.S. Census Bureau is modernizing its approach to data collection by acknowledging the presence of the cannabis economy in its 2022 Economic Census. The evolving business landscape prompts the inclusion of options for companies to self-identify as part of the cannabis industry, signaling a significant step towards recognizing and measuring marijuana-related economic activity. Traditionally

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