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Will Canada’s cannabis supply meet consumer demand in 2019?

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial March 22, 2019

Since weed became legal across the Great White North on October 17, 2018, supply shortages have caused delays for consumers and some serious inconveniences for retailers, too. Soon after the Cannabis...

Cannabis company Cronos closes $1.8 billion investment from tobacco giant Altria

Cannabis company Cronos closes $1.8 billion investment from tobacco giant Altria

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial March 22, 2019

On Friday, March 8, 2018, a $1.8 billion investment was funneled into Ontario-based cannabis producer Cronos Group by well-known tobacco giant, Altria Group. When the deal was sealed, it marked a moment...

https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/fda-commissioner-scott-gottlieb-step-down

FDA chief announces resignation, what will happen to the CBD review?

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial March 22, 2019

Following the passing of the 2018 Farm Bill on December 12, 2018, hemp and hemp-derived CBD (cannabidiol) have been eliminated from the U.S. Controlled Substances Act. As a direct effect of this, the...

https://betterwyo.org/2019/02/14/wyoming-senate-committee-advances-hemp-cbd-legalization-bill/

Hemp is piquing the interest of farmers and ranchers, survey shows

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial March 20, 2019

Farmers and ranchers operating in the United States have taken a keen interest in cultivating and using hemp, or so it seems, according to the results of a new Farm Journal survey. The aim of the survey...

https://www.wbgo.org/post/poll-nj-u-s-senate-race-tightening-murphy-approval-rating-increases

Majority of Americans favor cannabis legalization, poll reveals

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial March 15, 2019

Six out of 10 U.S. voters are in favor of legal weed, according to the results of a recent Quinnipiac University poll. The poll – which saw 60 percent of voters saying they support legalization and...

https://www.thecannabist.co/2017/05/23/marijuana-breathalyzer-test-hound-labs/80085/

Hound Labs reveals positive results after second clinical trial of THC breathalyzer

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial March 15, 2019

A second clinical trial has been conducted by breath diagnostics company Hound Labs in collaboration with the University of California, San Francisco. The results of the trial, which was successful, identify...

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European Parliament joins WHO in supporting medical cannabis after resolution passes

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial March 15, 2019

The European Parliament has voted on a resolution to support medical cannabis in countries that make up the European Union. This news comes following reports concerning the World Health Organization's...

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West Hollywood’s first cannabis restaurant will feature a rooftop smoking area

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial March 15, 2019

In December of last year, the launch of cannabis consumption lounges and restaurants in 2019 was publicly announced by the City of West Hollywood. Eight consumption licenses were approved by officials....

https://dlisted.com/2019/02/28/martha-stewarts-getting-into-the-weed-business/

Martha Stewart’s new favorite ingredient is cannabis

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial March 15, 2019

You might not expect to hear Martha Stewart's name being mentioned in the same sentence as the word "cannabis" but amidst the rise of edibles, the culinary connoisseur seems to have jumped on board. Stewart...

https://dankr.ca/uncategorized/nhl-alumni-team-up-with-cannabis-company-for-concussion-study

The NHL Alumni Association is conducting a cannabis study to help former players substitute opioids for weed

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial March 15, 2019

A study investigating cannabis as an alternative for opioids is set to be carried after a joint partnership was secured between the NHL Alumni Association and Canadian cannabis company, Canopy Growth Corporation. The...

Federal bipartisan bill would put legal cannabis question to voters

Federal bipartisan bill would put legal cannabis question to voters

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial March 13, 2019

On March 7, Reps. Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI) and Don Young (R-AK) introduced what they described as a “landmark” chunk of legislation; namely the Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act of 2019. It...

https://abovethelaw.com/2018/03/cashed-and-counting-california-starts-crackdown-on-gray-marijuana-marketplace/

California starts accepting cannabis social equity grant apps from cities and counties

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial March 13, 2019

California state cannabis regulators have revealed that they are now accepting grant applications from various cities and counties that are launching social equity programs for local cannabis businesses. A...

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