Hemp or Marijuana? Forensic Chemist Receives Federal Funding for Rapid Test

NEW YORK: While many states have relaxed regulations on growing and possessing marijuana, it remains illegal at the federal level. Federal legalization of hemp, however, happened in the United States several years ago. The industry has quickly grown in popularity due to cannabidiol (CBD) products, an ingredient in cannabis that is derived from hemp plants Read the full article... The post Hemp or Marijuana? Forensic Chemist Receives Federal Funding for Rapid Test first appeared on MJNews Network.
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WSLCB Staff to Request Extension of Social Equity Application Window to April 27, 2023

To:       Current and Potential Social Equity Cannabis Retail Applicants Fr:        Liquor and Cannabis Board Re:       LCB Staff to Request Extension of Social Equity Application Window to April 27, 2023 Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) staff will bring an emergency rule proposal to extend the March 30, 2023 application deadline for social equity cannabis Read the full article...
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WSLCB Cannabinoid Science Work Group Meeting: April 6, 2022

WASHINGTON: The Liquor and Cannabis Board will hold its third Cannabinoid Science Work Group (CSWG) meeting on April 6, 2023 from 1 – 2 p.m. The agenda is located here.  This meeting will be held virtually. Details on how to observe the meeting are located below: To connect to MS Teams and observe the meeting Read the full article...
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Employees at New Jersey’s Valley Wellness Medical Marijuana Dispensary Welcome Spring by Voting to Unionize With UFCW

Valley Wellness touts expertise of employees, who will now enjoy important union protections, trainings, and benefits as they support company growth NEW JERSEY: United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 360 is pleased to announce the decision by workers at Valley Wellness in Raritan, NJ., to unionize as members of UFCW. As Valley Wellness notes Read the full article...
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POSaBIT Expects FY 2023 Revenue of $60 to $63 Million, Gross Profit of $15 to $17 Million and to Resume Profitability on an Adjusted EBITDA Basis

Plans to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Results and Host Earnings Conference Call on April 26 CANADA & WASHINGTON: POSaBIT Systems Corporation, a premier point-of-sale and payments provider for the cannabis industry, provided financial guidance for 2023. 2023 Financial Guidance The Company provides the following guidance for the full year 2023. Full Read the full article...
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Griffith, Craig Introduce Two Pieces of Legislation to Create Pathway for CBD Regulation

Bills Would Regulate Food and Dietary Supplements Made with CBD DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA), along with Congresswoman Angie Craig (D-MN), introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at creating potential pathways for regulation of cannabidiol (CBD) products. In the Farm Bill of 2018, Congress removed hemp-derived CBD from the Controlled Substance Act, which Read the full article...
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OLCC New Chair Charts Commission Course Change

“Agency will do better and our partners can help” OREGON: The recently appointed Chair of the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) made clear the agency will change its ways but will have to work to restore public trust in the agency. Chair Marvin Révoal (Ruh-vol) set the tone for change at the start of Read the full article...
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Cookies Announces Global Partnership with Final Bell & 14th Round for Packaging and Co-Manufacturing

Collaboration Between Cannabis Leaders Supports End-to-End Co-Manufacturing of Cannabis Products in California and Canada CALIFORNIA: International cannabis lifestyle brand Cookies announces that vaporizer technology innovator 14th Round will serve as Cookies’ hardware and packaging partner, and 14th Round’s plant-touching sister company Final Bell will provide comprehensive co-manufacturing for all of Cookies’ cannabis products in California Read the full article...
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Green Dragon Adds Six Additional Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Florida and Launches Flower from New Grow

FLORIDA: Green Dragon, a subsidiary of multi-state cannabis operator Eaze Technologies Inc., announced the opening of six new Florida medical cannabis dispensaries in Jacksonville, St. Petersburg, Madison, South Pasadena, Orange City, and Orlando. Green Dragon will have 28 medical marijuana dispensaries across the state, continuing its expansion in the Florida market with the goal of Read the full article...
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WSLCB Social Equity in Cannabis Application Reminders

WASHINGTON: The Social Equity in Cannabis application window has been open for two weeks now. Applicants can still apply for a retail license until the window closes on March 30, 2023. Please review the LCB website for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Keep in mind the following information when preparing and submitting an application. Read the full article...
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TILT Completes Final Actions Related to Debt Refinancing

Amends Existing Revolving Credit Facility to Increase Credit Availability, Improve Terms and Extend Maturity Date; Announces Appointment of New Board Member ARIZONA: TILT Holdings Inc., a global provider of cannabis business solutions that include inhalation technologies, cultivation, manufacturing, processing, brand development, and retail, announced the extension of its existing revolving credit facility, together with the Read the full article...
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cbdMD™ Makes History Becoming the First CBD Brand to Achieve 3 NSF’s Certified for Sport® Certifications

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WSLCB Cannabis Canopy Enforcement and Education Update

WASHINGTON: In November 2021, LCB communicated the Enforcement and Education Division’s protocol related to cannabis canopy enforcement. The protocol was designed to ensure consistent application of cannabis canopy rules described in WAC 314-55-075. In August 2022, based on stakeholder concern about the protocol, LCB paused canopy enforcement prioritization, and opened rulemaking to explore whether revisions Read the full article...
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Heavy Metal Entertainment & Berkshire Roots to Launch One-of-a-Kind Cannabis Products Line in Massachusetts

Will Debut at NECANN Boston, March 10-12 MASSACHUSETTS and NEW YORK: Berkshire Roots and Heavy Metal Entertainment today announced a partnership in which Berkshire Roots will offer new flower strains and create unique cannabis products branded “Heavy Metal” to coincide with HMEs plans to deliver edgy and exciting new media and experiences for its fanbase Read the full article...
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Women’s History Month: Honoring Women’s Impact on the Cannabis Industry

By Kerri Accardi, 420MEDIA As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s important to recognize the incredible contributions of women in the cannabis industry. While it’s no secret that the industry has traditionally been male-dominated, women have been breaking barriers and paving the way for others to follow. One way to learn more about the amazing Read the full article...
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WeedFest Warsaw 2023: A Vibrant Celebration of Cannabis Culture and Industry in Poland

POLAND: WeedFest has quickly become one of the most exciting and dynamic events in the Polish cannabis calendar, offering a unique opportunity to explore the rich culture and fast-growing industry that has emerged around this versatile plant. Now entering its fourth year, the event promises to be bigger, better, and more exciting than ever before, Read the full article...
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WSLCB Files Pre-Proposal Statement of Inquiry for Vendor Cannabis Samples Rulemaking

Notice of Pre-Proposal Statement of Inquiry – WSR #23-06-079 WASHINGTON: The Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) has filed a pre-proposal statement of inquiry (CR 101) to consider amending WAC 314-55-096 to update cannabis vendor sample rules.  The LCB is asking for public input on this rulemaking topic. Following the comment period, the LCB will distribute Read the full article...
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Plant-Based Beverages Global Market Report 2023: Increasing Health Consciousness Worldwide Bodes Well for Sector – ResearchAndMarkets.com

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