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MondayOct 05, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Environmental Protection Groups Endorse Montana Cannabis Legalization Initiative

At the November ballot, Montanans will be voting on two separate marijuana measures; a statutory change that would create a system of legal cannabis access for adult-use as well as a separate constitutional amendment that would limit the market to those aged 21 and over. If they vote in favor of the statutory measure, possession of up to an ounce of cannabis would be legal. Additionally, residents would also be allowed to cultivate four plants and four seedlings at home. Submitted by New Approach Montana, both of the initiatives have been met with plenty of support, including from a coalition…

FridayOct 02, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Recreational Marijuana Legalization in New Jersey Could Trigger Regional Domino Effect

A projection of sales shows the recreational cannabis industry in New Jersey reaching between $850 and $950 million annually by 2024. The state, which has a population of almost 9 million people, will be holding a vote for residents to legalize a recreational marijuana market come November. For many, this is a risk they are willing to invest in, with billions of dollars’ worth of business opportunities riding on the outcome of the vote. If New Jersey residents approve the marijuana market, many leaders expect a similar chain of events to occur inland and along the Eastern Seaboard, which will…

FridayOct 02, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Utah Officials Surprised by Enthusiasm for Medical Marijuana

Utah saw its first-ever sales of medical marijuana in March and six months later, the state’s budding medical marijuana industry is going stronger than anyone expected. Utah voters originally approved a ballot initiative legalizing medical marijuana back in November 2018. State lawmakers later replaced the measure with a law that more tightly controls the production, distribution, and use of the drug, Dubbed the Utah Medical Cannabis Act, the law went through multiple changes before the medical marijuana program was finally launched in March. “It’s been going well, as all new programs and people starting and really pushing to get up…

ThursdayOct 01, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – 500,000 Australians Could Soon Access Medical Marijuana

The past couple of years have seen cannabidiol (“CBD”) become firmly established within the mainstream consciousness. Filled with potent medicinal properties, the hemp extract has captured the attention of millions all over the world, and many have turned to CBD to help cure what ails them. However, the fact that it isn’t officially recognized as a medicine makes most doctors squeamish about prescribing CBD, forcing patients to find outside sources. Thanks to Melbourne-based medical cannabis company Montu, half a million chronically ill Australians could now be able to access medical marijuana without having to use backdoor channels. The firm has…

ThursdayOct 01, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – 5 Tips to Consider Before Using Marijuana as Sleep Aid

Wanna get high and sleep? Here are a few things you need to be aware of when using cannabis to help you rest. If you’re a cannabis consumer, then you know that it can be really good for sleep, points to its relaxing properties. While there may not be scientific evidence to support this claim, informal enquiries from individuals who suffer from various degrees of insomnia show that cannabis can be effective in inducing sleep by helping its users feel relaxed. When using cannabis to help you sleep, you should take into consideration; Your method of consumption The form in…

WednesdaySep 30, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – The Next Big Trend in Cannabis: Low-THC Products

For many years, the most popular and well known cannabinoid was THC. However, in the recent times, there has been an increase in CBD awareness and popularity. Search trends on Google indicate that CBD is searched more often as compared to THC, and this has been the case for the last few years. Clearly, interest in CBD is on the rise, but is its use increasing too? Many wonder if CBD products will lead to a decline in THC popularity among patients and consumers. Will that be the case? Below are some reasons why CBD might just eclipse THC in…

WednesdaySep 30, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Why You Should Consider Juicing Cannabis

Who could have predicted just how mainstream the controversial plant has become? Even though cannabis is still illegal at the federal level, numerous states have legalized either medical or adult-use cannabis. The industry was valued at $13.6 billion in 2019 and experts expect it to grow even bigger. Most of its popularity is owed to THC and CBD, two of the over 100 cannabinoids produced by cannabis. These cannabinoids have a wide variety of potent medicinal properties that make cannabis a good alternative to some pharmaceuticals. However, did you know that you can consume cannabis in its raw form without…

TuesdaySep 29, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Marijuana-Infused Products Are Not Attracting New Consumers, Survey Finds

According to a survey that was released earlier this week (on Tuesday), new marijuana users make up about a quarter of all legal Canadian cannabis consumers. However, many seem to be shying away from cannabis-infused products, which were created for the sole purpose of drawing in more consumers into the market. This survey, which was conducted by the Brightfield Group, had 3,000 Canadian marijuana users participate in the survey. They discovered that new marijuana consumers, including those who began consuming marijuana after the drug was legalized in 2018, account for 25% of legal marijuana purchases in the year’s second quarter.…

TuesdaySep 29, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Coin Shortage Worsens Payment Challenges in Marijuana Industry

The cannabis industry has come pretty far from the days of universal prohibition, but the industry still faces a couple of major setbacks. Chief among them is a lack of access to banking and cashless payment services. Although numerous states have legalized either medical or recreational cannabis, it still remains illegal at the federal level and banking institutions avoid working with cannabis businesses in fear of retaliation from the federal government. The coronavirus pandemic hasn’t made it easier; with the government advocating for cashless payments to reduce the spread of the virus, it has become clear just how much the…

MondaySep 28, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Vermont Marijuana Policy Reform Bills Sent to Governor’s Desk

A proposal to legalize cannabis sales in Vermont and another one that provides automatic expungements for marijuana convictions have been pushed to the governor’s desk after a final Senate vote was conducted on Tuesday. The state Senate approved the negotiated legislation with a 23-6 vote after the House of Representatives had approved it. In 2018, Vermont legalized the cultivation of 2 marijuana plants and possession of a maximum of 29 grams of marijuana. However, no regulations that allow retail sales were put in place. The governor of Vermont, Gov. Philip Brian Scott (R) has yet to explicitly confirm or deny…