The Emerald Cup 2022 Moves to Los Angeles & Adds “Harvest Ball” NorCal Event

CALIFORNIA: The iconic cannabis competition, The Emerald Cup, is proud to announce they are moving the ECA’s (The Emerald Cup Awards) and legendary festival for 2022 to Los Angeles. This news follows a historic 2021 event where the pandemic-proof event went virtual – via hundreds of hours of new and existing content – becoming “The Read the full article...
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Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board Actions: Vitamin E Acetate in Vapes & Tier 1 Canopy

WASHINGTON:Yesterday, during a regularly scheduled meeting, the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board took the following action: Approved a rule proposal (CR 102) to expand the plant canopy square footage allowed for licensed Tier 1 cannabis producers. Notice to Stakeholders Memorandum CR-102 Filed as WSR 21-10-040 on April 28, 2021 Adopted emergency rules (CR 103E) Read the full article...
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WSLCB Issues Policy Statement On Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) Compounds Other Than Delta-9

WASHINGTON: Consistent with RCW 34.05.230, the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) has published a policy statement concerning tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) compounds other than delta-9 and the conversion of CBD, hemp, or both to delta- 8 THC, delta-9 THC, or any other cannabis compound that is not currently identified or defined in the Revised Code Read the full article...
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USDA Agency And Company Partner To Explore Personal Care Products From Hemp

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: Expanding the market for hemp seed oil is the goal of a new cooperative research and development agreement (CRADA) involving Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and the Midwest Bioprocessing Center (MBC), a Peoria, Illinois-based firm specializing in organic chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. At the heart of the 24-month agreement is a patented Read the full article...
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Congressman Blumenauer Lauds House Passage of Federal Legislation to Give Cannabis Businesses Access to Banking Services

Under SAFE Banking Act, cannabis businesses would not have to operate in cash, which has made Portland-area stores and workers a target for violent robberies. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: On April 19th, 2021 the U.S. House of Representatives passed federal legislation to provide legitimate cannabis businesses access to banking services, an issue that has long been Read the full article...
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Congressman Don Young Introduces Legislation to Protect Second Amendment Rights and Personal Liberty

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: Alaska Congressman Don Young, Co-Chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus, has introduced the Gun Rights And Marijuana (GRAM) Act, legislation to secure the Second Amendment rights of Americans living in jurisdictions with legal adult-use and medicinal marijuana. Congressmen Brian Mast (FL-18) and Rodney Davis (IL-13) have joined Congressman Young as original cosponsors Read the full article...
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The Happy Munkey Says Farewell To New York Prohibition

By Stu Zakim There are some dates that transformed New York: In 1858, Central Park opened; The Holland Tunnel’s opening in 1927; The Beatles playing at Shea Stadium in 1965; and the opening of Studio 54 in 1977.  The latest date that will surely find its way onto that list is April 20, 2021 – Read the full article...
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Curt's Cannabis Corner Ep 3: Flavonoids (Full Episode 20 mins)

This week on Curt's Cannabis Corner an international panel of cannabis industry professionals -- Alana Armstrong, Bill Griffin, Hart Steinfeld and David Rheins join host Curt Robbins as he takes a deep dive into the science and business of Flavonoids.  

Flavonoids, sometimes called bioflavonoids, are the third major family of wellness molecules produced by the hemp plant. The lack of attention to flavonoids by hemp industry professionals and the scientific community has inspired some thought leaders to label them “the red headed stepchildren of phytomolecules.”

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Virtual Listen and Learn Forum Session on Draft Conceptual Rules: Background Checks for Cannabis Licensees and Applicants

WASHINGTON:  The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is hosting a Listen and Learn forum about draft conceptual rules for cannabis applicants or licensee background checks. The Liquor and Cannabis Board began considering revisions to current background check processes for applicants or licensee by initiating a formal rule inquiry on February 17, 2021. The Read the full article...
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Choctaw Nation Tribal Council Holds Special Session to Amend Public Health and Safety Code

OKLAHOMA:The Choctaw Nation Tribal Council held a Special Session on April 20, 2021, and voted to amend its Public Health and Safety Code regarding medical marijuana. The amendment will be automatically repealed on Nov. 13, 2021, and other legislation will be adopted. The amendment passed by an 11-1 vote. Following the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Read the full article...
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New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission Meeting April 22, 2021

New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission Meeting  Where: Zoom Meeting When: Thursday, April 22, 2021 – 3:00 PM The order in which the agenda items are called may deviate from the sequence set forth herein. Unless otherwise indicated, formal action may be taken on any items listed herein. To participate in the public comment portion of the Read the full article...
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Ohio Board of Pharmacy to Allocate Additional Provisional Dispensary Licensees

OHIO:  On April 19, 2021, the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy approved increasing the number of dispensary licenses in Ohio by 73. If all 73 licenses are awarded, this will bring the total number of dispensary licenses to 130 (57 current + 73 approved). A copy of the presentation can be accessed here: www.pharmacy.ohio.gov/RFA2overview Read the full article...
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Dama Financial, Leading Provider of Access to Banking & Financial Solutions for Cannabis Businesses, Announces Completion of $12.6 Million Growth Equity Raise

Dama will leverage the new round of investment to accelerate its already impressive growth, continue to address the lack of financial service products being offered to the cannabis industry, recruit top talent, and scale the business with the backing and support of its investors. CALIFORNIA: Dama Financial, the premier provider of access to banking and Read the full article...
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Curved Papers & Dana Beal Offer NYC Pot Smokers Who Vaccinate “Joints For Jabs”

NEW YORK: Brooklyn born Curved Papers inventor Michael O’Malley has teamed up with long time New York City Yippie NORML Act Up pot activist Dana Beal to offer an NYC version of “Joints For Jabs,” which Edelstein first staged in D.C. earlier this Spring. Anyone with a vaccination card can get a free joint this afternoon Read the full article...
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420 Words About 420

By Curt Robbins The cannabis culture is rife with urban legend. Some of these stories, however, embrace historical reality. The emergence of the “420” holiday in the world of cannabis is more than a marketing campaign or social media fad. For decades, three simple numbers have served as code for the consumption and celebration of Read the full article...
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Medical Marijuana Program Celebrates Five-Year Anniversary, Continues Commitment to Patients in Pennsylvania

PENNSYLVANIA:  Governor Tom Wolf today commemorated the five-year anniversary of Act 16 of 2016, better known as the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Act, which established the medical marijuana program in the commonwealth. Close to 553,000 patients and caregivers are registered for the program in order to obtain medical marijuana for one of 23 serious medical conditions. There Read the full article...
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Congressman Joyce Leads Bipartisan Effort to Allow VA Doctors to Recommend Medical Cannabis to Veterans

Joins Rep. Lee, Senator Schatz in introducing Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act of 2021 DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: Congressman Dave Joyce (OH-14) joined his fellow Co-Chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-13) in introducing the Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act of 2021. Senator Brian Schatz (HI) has introduced the bill in Read the full article...
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Ganja Pioneer Ed “NJWeedman” Forchion Commemorates 4/20 with New Jersey Celebration and Miami Expansion

NEW JERSEY: While “Weed Day” 4/20/21 marks a luminous occasion for longtime marijuana activist and entrepreneur, Ed “NJWeedman” Forchion, in his home state of New Jersey, per the recent legalization of cannabis, the victory is somewhat bittersweet for him. The bitter is that his current “Citizen’s Dispensary” operates as a black-market operation as he continues Read the full article...
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How Personal Tragedy Transformed North Carolina Man Into Medical Cannabis Activist

By Chris Suttle Most of us can still recall the more lucid moments of our 21st birthday.  The ones that ended up splashing into a well of alcoholic memory loss like the cubes of ice in that final drink were likely captured on film by your friends. For me, I spent my 21st birthday alone, Read the full article...
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Kaycha Labs Announces Next Lab Location in Tempe, Arizona

  FLORIDA: Kaycha Labs, a leader in Cannabis and Hemp testing technologies and methods, has announced that its next lab will be in Tempe, Arizona. With locations in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida (Fort Lauderdale/Davie and Gainesville), Massachusetts, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Tennessee, Kaycha has the most extensive network of Cannabis labs in the United States. Read the full article...
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New Mexico Gov. Lujan Grisham Legalizes Adult-Use Cannabis

NEW MEXICO: Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday formally enacted adult-use cannabis legalization in the state of New Mexico, signing into law an historic measure approved by the state Legislature after the governor called them into a special session for that purpose late last month. “The legalization of adult-use cannabis paves the way for the Read the full article...
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OLCC Commission Modifies Cannabis License Violations

Changes reflect industry maturation, OLCC regulatory evolution Commissioners get glimpse of cannabis equity legislation impact on agency OREGON:  The Oregon Liquor Control Commission has taken additional action to ensure that recreational marijuana license violations better reflect the current cannabis regulatory environment compared to regulations put in place five years ago when the cannabis industry launched Read the full article...
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Governor Phil Scott Announces Appointments To Vermont Cannabis Control Board

VERMONT: Governor Phil Scott announced today that he has appointed James Pepper of Montpelier, Julie Hulburd of Colchester and Kyle Harris of Montpelier to the Cannabis Control Board (CCB). “The Board will play a critical role in ensuring public safety, equity and fairness while implementing this new market,” said Governor Phil Scott. “James, Julie and Read the full article...
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WSLCB To Cannabis Retailers: Things to Know Before 4-20 Activities

WASHINGTON:  Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board sent this bulletin at 04/07/2021 02:39 PM PDT Greetings Retail Cannabis Partners, As 4-20-21 is rapidly approaching, we wanted to send you a risk management reminder of activities we have seen in the past that violate state law. These activities could lead to violations before or during your Read the full article...
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Canopy Growth to Acquire The Supreme Cannabis Company

CANADA: Canopy Growth Corporation and The Supreme Cannabis Company, Inc. are pleased to announce that they have entered into a definitive arrangement agreement under which Canopy will acquire all of Supreme Cannabis’ issued and outstanding common shares in a transaction valued at approximately $435 million on a fully-diluted basis. Under the terms of the Arrangement Read the full article...
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Curaleaf Completes Acquisition Of EMMAC And Secures $130 Million Investment From A Single Strategic Institutional Investor

EMMAC brings vertically integrated operations in Europe with a presence in key medical cannabis markets, including the UK, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Portugal MASSACHUSETTS:  Curaleaf Holdings, Inc., a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis has successfully completed the previously announced acquisition of EMMAC Life Sciences Limited, the largest vertically integrated independent cannabis company in Europe, for base consideration Read the full article...
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Rep. Dave Joyce Objects To Marijuana-Related Firings at the White House

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA:  Congressional Cannabis Caucus co-chair Dave Joyce responded to last week’s reports that President Joe Biden fired five White House staffers over past marijuana use with a letter that urges Biden to reconsider his stance on employing people who’ve used marijuana. The Bainbridge Township Republican’s letter observes that numerous states and territories have Read the full article...
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WSLCB Tier 1 Cannabis Producer Licensee Survey Report Now Available

WASHINGTON: Since December 2019, WSLCB has been considering revisions and new rule sections that would incrementally expand the plant canopy square footage allowed for Tier 1 licensed cannabis producers. To understand the needs of Tier 1 licensees, LCB held two virtual Listen and Learn sessions on the topic and surveyed Tier 1 licensees. Feedback has Read the full article...
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Curt’s Cannabis Corner: Medical Cannabis Misinformation

Welcome to the next installment in the series of educational articles from technical writer Curt Robbins at Higher Learning LV and MJNews Network. This collection is intended for cannabis and hemp industry professionals who wish to gain a better understanding of the nuanced biochemistry of this special—and newly legal—herb.  This week readers learn about medical Read the full article...
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NEW YORK: Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation Legalizing Adult-Use Cannabis

Legislation (S.854-A/A.1248-A) Establishes the Office of Cannabis Management; Expands New York’s Existing Medical Marijuana Program; Establishes a Licensing System; and Creates a Social and Economic Equity Program Encouraging Individuals Disproportionately Impacted by Cannabis Enforcement to Participate in Industry Tax Collection Projected to Reach $350 Million Annually and Potentially Create 30,000 to 60,000 Jobs NEW YORK:  Read the full article...
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Washington State Liquor And Cannabis Board Action

WASHINGTON: This week, during a regularly scheduled meeting, the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board took the following action: Approved a pre-proposal statement of inquiry (CR 101) to consider rule amendments that would allow the Board to take disciplinary action against any licensed marijuana processor or retailer failing to comply with the provisions of WAC Read the full article...
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