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21 U.S. governors confirm support for cannabis banking by signing letter to Congress

21 U.S. governors confirm support for cannabis banking by signing letter to Congress

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 14, 2021

In a bold move that could push things in the right direction for banking-starved cannabis companies, 50 of the nation’s governors have inked a promising letter that was sent to Congressional leaders...

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Rising sales of cannabis during coronavirus pandemic coincide with discovery of plant’s anxiety-busting capabilities

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 14, 2021

Some 40 million U.S. adults are believed to suffer from anxiety, whereas major depressive disorder affects some 17.3 million American adults.  Despite the prevalence of mental health conditions, typical...

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Global medical cannabis market projected to reach $33.2 billion by 2027

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 14, 2021

The latest analysis from progressive statistical surveying firm Market Research Future has provided some updated insights into the worldwide medical cannabis market.  Analysts responsible for carrying...

Lobbyists in Lebanon want medical cannabis cultivation law to be effectuated

Lobbyists in Lebanon want medical cannabis cultivation law to be effectuated

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 12, 2021

On April 20, 2020, a law to allow medical cannabis cultivation, use, research and sales across the Middle Eastern country of Lebanon was approved by the Lebanese Parliament.  For many years, controversy...

Government weed is more similar to hemp than dispensary-sold cannabis, which could soon be studied by scientists

Government weed is more similar to hemp than dispensary-sold cannabis, which could soon be studied by scientists

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 12, 2021

A new study suggests that a cultivation site at the University of Mississippi – which has been certified by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to grow research-grade cannabis for the last few...

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Recreational cannabis sales in Illinois top $1B since January as workers move to unionize

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 12, 2021

Recreational cannabis sales in Illinois are sparking excitement among business owners. According to a recent report from the Chicago Sun-Times, sales topped $1.12 billion within the first 10 months of...

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Logistics company objects to seizure of cannabis cash in Kansas

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 12, 2021

An employee of Denver-based Empyreal Logistics recently faced a police seizure. Federal prosecutors claimed that she was breaking U.S. law by transporting cash from medical cannabis dispensaries in Kansas...

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American Indian tribes are capitalizing on the hemp and cannabis industries

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 11, 2021

Collaborations between American Indian tribal communities and cannabis companies are heating up. Up-and-coming partnerships are helping to dismantle the lingering tension that has long-been preventing...

Five well-known cannabis companies rank on Inc.’s top 250 best-led list

Five well-known cannabis companies rank on Inc.’s top 250 best-led list

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 11, 2021

Five cannabis businesses have been featured on Inc. Magazine’s list of the 250 best-led companies on the planet. The exciting announcement indicates growing acceptance of cannabis as an economic booster. Ranking...

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Comments from DEA officials suggest that delta-8 THC may be legal after all

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 11, 2021

Cannabis operators who make or sell Delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) are praying and hoping that U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) officials will validate two recent comments regarding the cannabinoid's...

The father of cannabis research talks industry developments, challenges and the future

“The father of cannabis research” talks industry developments, challenges and the future

October 31, 2021

At the grand old age of 90, Raphael Mechoulam is still making waves in the cannabis industry.  Author of CBD: What Does the Science Say? and winner of the Harvey Prize in Human Health, "the father...

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Report: Arkansas’ medical cannabis sales reach 60,000 pounds

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 31, 2021

Figures recently published by the state Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) have revealed that Arkansans forked out $30 million for medical cannabis within the past month.  As a direct effect...

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