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WednesdayAug 04, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Researchers Opt for Creative Ways to Study Federally Prohibited Marijuana

Since its inception, America's cannabis industry has been in a precarious position. Although 37 states have legalized medical marijuana, the federal government still classifies marijuana as a Schedule I controlled substance. This has essentially shackled the state-legal cannabis industry and has been especially detrimental to cannabis research. While cannabis is said to be effective against a wide range of medical issues, there isn't a lot of scientific data backing up these claims. Since cannabis companies aren't allowed to test their products on people before releasing them to the market, they essentially rely on customer feedback to tweak and improve products.…

WednesdayAug 04, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Cannabis Sales Continue to Increase as COVID-19 Restrictions Are Lifted

The sales gains recorded in the marijuana industry after business lockdowns following the 2020 pandemic seem to be long term, with executives noting that the pandemic may have produced a new group of consumers who are trying out or using cannabis to relieve stress among other reasons. Industry executives forecast that as the U.S. economy slowly reopens and people are allowed to begin taking trips and visiting restaurants and stores, consumers of marijuana will shift their purchases in favor of discreet consumption forms such as vape pens and edibles. A study that was conducted recently by the National Federation of…

TuesdayAug 03, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Cory Booker Reveals Ongoing Talks to Gain Biden’s Support for Cannabis Legalization

Senator Cory Booker has revealed that he and his Senate colleagues are in talks with the White House regarding cannabis legalization. Now that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden and Booker have released a discussion draft of a federal marijuana legalization bill, they are working to bring President Joe Biden on board. President Biden has said that while he supports modest cannabis reform, including medical marijuana and expunging low-level cannabis offenses from people records, he opposes broad reform. The trio released the 163-page federal cannabis bill last month, asking the public for input so they…

TuesdayAug 03, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Study Finds That Marijuana Use Not Linked to Loss of Motivation

Recently published research shows that the use of cannabis is not independently linked to a loss of motivation among adolescents. The study was conducted over a two-year period by a team of researchers associated with the Florida International University. Study results were published in the Journal of the “International Neuropsychological Society.” The study’s authors note that a decrease in motivation is commonly mentioned as a consequence of marijuana. However, prior studies have largely centered on adults and have yielded different results. For their study, the researchers recruited more than 400 subjects aged between 14 and 17. Each subject had to…

MondayAug 02, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Cannabis Boom in Michigan Creates Numerous Opportunities

Despite its youth and immaturity, America's state-legal cannabis industry has been dubbed one of the fastest-growing sectors in the country. The sector has generated billions of dollars in revenue for businesses and provided jobs for hundreds of thousands of people. In addition, projections have the space pulling in $43 billion by 2025. Cannabis is a high-risk industry and potentially a high-reward industry, especially for companies that can weather the risks, and many businesses are looking to throw their hats into the ring. Michigan, for instance, legalized recreational cannabis only one and a half years ago, and its large population coupled…

MondayAug 02, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Senators, Feds Discuss Cannabis Legalization During Drug Overdose Hearing

Five decades after then President Richard Nixon declared drug abuse “public enemy number one,” paving the way for the era of the drug war, drug addiction and overdoses are still taking American lives. Since 1999, more than 800,000 people have died from drug overdoses in the United States, and drug abuse remains one of the country's most pressing issues. Now that most experts agree that the war on drugs has been an unmitigated failure, lawmakers have been pursuing other options to curb addiction and give existing addicts the help they need, rather than jail time. Last week, top federal health…

FridayJul 30, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – How Cannabis Cultivators Are Using Tech to Boost Productivity, Reduce Costs

Hemp and marijuana growers are using advanced technologies to increase quality and yields, cut down on labor costs, and decrease water as well as optimize energy use. These technologies, which also help make cultivation facilities more productive, include products to control pests that don’t use chemical pesticides, smartphone-controlled technology to raise and lower lighting and LED bulbs, systems that control a grow-room environment remotely, and sensors to fine-tune lighting and control irrigation. Some companies use sensors that enable cultivation operation managers to assess soil moisture using a software that can be viewed on a smartphone or computer. For instance, the…

FridayJul 30, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Novel Study Highlights Effects of High-Potency Cannabis on Memory

Until a few years ago, cannabis flower and edibles were the most common cannabis products on the market. The young state-legal sector enjoyed high demand and plenty of sales, but the industry blew up once concentrates hit the shelves. Concentrates have since become immensely popular, with businesses selling $797 million worth in 2020. However, while there has been an increasing number of studies on the effects of low-potency cannabis products, federal law has made it extremely hard for researchers to study high-potency cannabis. Fortunately, researchers from Washington State University have found a way to study how high-potency cannabis affects memory…

ThursdayJul 29, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Three Tips for Avoiding Regulatory Pitfalls While Cultivating Marijuana

Some of the states that have legalized medicinal and/or recreational use of cannabis also allow the plant to be cultivated. However, there are things a grower should know and do if they plan to grow marijuana in a regulated market and would like to avoid regulatory failure. These include the following: Acquainting themselves with regulatory compliance laws Before you begin cultivating cannabis, ensure that you understand the laws in your state and are compliant with the regulations. Knowing the law for every process involved, including the safety tests required, will save you money and time. Additionally, being knowledgeable about the…

ThursdayJul 29, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Cannabis Drinks: What You Should Know

As cannabis is legalized for recreational use in more states across the country, the popularity of cannabis products is increasing, especially cannabis drinks. What are cannabis drinks? These are beverages that have cannabis infused into them. Cannabis drinks and hemp-infused beverages don’t always contain alcohol, seeing as most are marketed as alternatives to alcohol. Some do contain cannabinoids such as CBN, CBG and CBD, while others contain THC, which is a psychoactive ingredient. There is an option for both CBD and THC-infused beverages in some jurisdictions. So, what’s the difference between CBD drinks and hemp drinks? Cannabis sativa is an…