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This Week In Cannabis: Rescheduling Delays, The DEA, Biden's Clemency, Philip Morris' New Bet And More
Friday, January 17, 2025 - 2:31pm | 1074The cannabis industry continues to evolve amidst regulatory challenges, expanding markets and innovative product launches. This week’s updates span U.S. federal reform delays, Florida's renewed push for legalization, international developments in Europe, corporate acquisitions and cutting-...
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Plant-Based API Market Poised To Hit $52 Billion By 2034, Driven By Psychedelics And Cannabinoids
Friday, November 15, 2024 - 11:40pm | 741The global plant-based Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) market is projected to grow at a steady pace, reaching a valuation of $52.1 billion by 2034, according to a new report by Future Market Insights. The industry is expected to expand at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.6%, fueled...
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How Cannabis Is Changing Dementia Care For Patients And Families
Thursday, November 14, 2024 - 10:24am | 805Cannabis is increasingly being used to address dementia symptoms in older adults, providing an alternative for those seeking relief from anxiety, agitation and sleep disturbances. As more traditional medications show mixed results or introduce challenging side effects, patients and caregivers are...
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New York's Surprise Ban On Cannabis-Caffeine Products Raises Eyebrows In Industry (UPDATED)
Friday, November 1, 2024 - 1:51pm | 606Editor's Note: This article has been updated to clarify that an appeal is being filed by the 1906 brand, rather than Hudson Cannabis, the processor. The update reflects that 1906 is pursuing an administrative appeal to affirm its compliance with state regulations and the safety of its products. New...
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Cannabinoids Show Promising Anti-Cancer Potential Yet Mechanisms Remain Unclear, New Study
Monday, October 7, 2024 - 4:49pm | 617Recent studies have spotlighted the anticancer capabilities of cannabinoids like delta-9 THC, CBD and CBG and their potential to inhibit tumor growth and improve palliative care. Despite mounting experimental evidence supporting these cannabis compounds' effectiveness in various cancers, the...
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Women Face Criminal Charges Over Pregnancy For Medical Cannabis Use, Record Number Of Prosecutions In Year After Dobbs
Thursday, October 3, 2024 - 8:23am | 702Over two hundred pregnant women faced criminal charges for conduct related to pregnancy, abortion, pregnancy loss or birth during the first year following the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision. Some women faced prosecution for using medical marijuana, despite being registered...
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GOP Senator Rand Paul Proposes Tripling Hemp THC Cap, As Industry Faces Pressing Challenges
Friday, September 27, 2024 - 1:05pm | 622Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) introduced the Hemp Economic Mobilization Plan (HEMP) Act on Thursday, aiming to relax federal constraints on hemp by tripling the allowable THC content from 0.3% to 1%. This legislation seeks to redefine hemp and simplify the testing process, shifting focus from raw hemp...
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Synthetic Cannabinoids Could Be Federally Banned Under New Senate Bill To Regulate Hemp-Derived Products
Friday, September 27, 2024 - 11:16am | 1028Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) introduced the Cannabinoid Safety and Regulation Act (CSRA) on Wednesday, aiming to establish a federal framework for regulating hemp-derived cannabinoids like CBD and Delta-8 THC. The legislation seeks to protect public health by setting national standards on age...
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Beer Industry Trade Association Endorses California Governor's Ban On Hemp-Derived THC
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 - 12:38pm | 656California Governor Gavin Newsom's emergency regulations proposed Friday to prohibit the inclusion of intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids in any products have received support from an unexpected quarter…the Beer Association, a prominent trade association for the alcohol industry. Beer...
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CBD Increases Effect Of THC, New Study Finds - Quite The Opposite Of Popular Belief
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 - 10:18pm | 603A recent study from Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics has upended the conventional understanding of how cannabidiol (CBD) interacts with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), suggesting that CBD may actually enhance, rather than mitigate, the effects of THC. This revelation is quite the opposite of...
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How Long Does Weed Stay In Your Saliva? Here's A Mouth Swab Drug Test Guide
Sunday, August 25, 2024 - 2:11pm | 1338This article was originally published on Cannabis.net and appears here with permission. Understanding how long marijuana stays in saliva is crucial for various reasons, including legal concerns, workplace policies, and personal health decisions. Marijuana, derived from the cannabis plant, contains...
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Top 5 Highest THC Cannabis Strains For 2024
Sunday, August 25, 2024 - 2:09pm | 685This article was originally published on 2Fast4Buds and appears here with permission. As you may know, certain types of cannabis are useful for managing chronic pain, while others can give you a boost of energy. In any case, the THC content of the strain can mean the difference between something...
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Can THC Turn Back The Clock? Cannabis Reverses Brain Aging, Boosts Mental Capacity, New Study Suggests
Friday, August 23, 2024 - 4:30pm | 660Scientists from the University Hospital Bonn and the University of Bonn have unveiled promising evidence that low doses of THC, the primary psychoactive component of cannabis, could reverse brain aging. Published in the journal ACS Pharmacology & Translation Science, the study, done in...
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Detroit's First Cannabis Bakery And Cafe Opens Soon - THC, CBD-Infused Delights Await
Thursday, August 22, 2024 - 10:29pm | 488Detroit’s Corktown is set to introduce its . Wake-N-Bakery, originally from Chicago, will open its doors at 1441 Elizabeth Street. Explore THC And CBD-Infused Menu Options The establishment, formerly home to Michigan & Trumbull, is nearing completion with its vivid, cannabis-themed...
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Budget-Friendly High-THC Beverages: The Untapped Niche Investors Can't Afford To Miss
Thursday, August 15, 2024 - 1:03pm | 788While most cannabis beverages currently on the market offer lower THC content, typically in 5mg or 10mg doses, the demand for more potent options could carve out a lucrative segment. Brendan Mitchel-Chesebro, senior analyst at BDSA, noted that while beverages generally have a lower retail price...