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MondayMay 15, 2023 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Thai Cannabis Companies Say US-Grown Marijuana Is Threatening Their Businesses

Almost a year after the decriminalization of marijuana amid hopes of a boom in the economy, Thai cannabis cultivators and sellers allege that illegal imports from the United States that sell for a much lower price than the country's buds are affecting their businesses. Thailand delisted marijuana from its list of prohibited substances in June of last year. This came about as a result of a significant effort by Anutin Charnvirakul, the health minister, to position the nation as a global powerhouse for medical marijuana. However, the long-awaited marijuana bill has not yet been approved by Thailand's parliament, which has…

MondayMay 15, 2023 4:20 am

420 with CNW — CDC Study Reports Teen Cannabis Use Decreasing as Legalization Spreads

Recent federal data reveals that rates of marijuana usage among high school students have decreased even as more states legalize the drug. The Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which was released last week, indicated that teen usage of all substances tracked, including alcohol, prescription drugs and marijuana, has fallen linearly over the past 10 years. The federal analysis reveals that marijuana use among high school kids was high between 2009 and 2013 — before legal cannabis outlets began to open — but it has since been generally declining. Voters passed the…

FridayMay 12, 2023 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Labor Peace Agreements May Be Good for the Marijuana Industry

Marijuana companies operate in rapidly changing and highly competitive environments, which means that labor disputes can considerably impact their business operations, leading to reputational damage, losses in revenue and even sanctions. Labor peace agreements are agreements between bona fide labor organizations and a commercial marijuana licensee or license applicant. These agreements start a labor peace period where the employer agrees to not take part in actions that may undermine the ability of the union to organize the workforce while unions agree to not picket, strike or disrupt business operations in any other way. The agreements also help promote long-term sustainability,…

FridayMay 12, 2023 9:45 am

Lift Toronto 2023 Cannabis Conference & Expo Connects Brands, Investors, Growers & Consumers from Across the Cannabis Industry

Cannabis industry growers, processors, manufacturers, brands, budtenders, retailers, educators, advocates, regulators, consumers, investors, and more, are invited to attend the Lift Toronto 2023 Cannabis Conference & Expo to be held June 1-3, 2023, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The three-day event will begin on Thursday, June 1, with the Lift Cannabis Business Conference (“LCBC”), an all-business strategy forum focused on generating meaningful change and sustainable growth within the Canadian cannabis industry. The conference will focus on the drivers of forward momentum, overcoming systemic challenges, and advancing innovative business and regulatory solutions. The LCBC sessions will include highlights such as…

FridayMay 12, 2023 4:20 am

420 with CNW — New Bipartisan Bill to Seal Federal Cannabis Records Automatically

Bipartisan congressional legislators have reintroduced a measure mandating the automatic sealing of records for nonviolent federal cannabis convictions. The bill would also offer relief to individuals who’d been arrested for other offenses that didn’t end in conviction. Representatives Nancy Mace and Lisa Blunt Rochester filed the Clean Slate Act last week. The previous version of the bill was advanced through the House Judiciary Committee in 2022 but was never voted on. In a press release, Blunt Rochester stated that the Clean Slate Act was one of her top priorities, highlighting the importance of giving those who had paid their debt…

ThursdayMay 11, 2023 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Washington Governor Enacts Bill Authorizing Cannabis Interstate Commerce

Washington State’s governor has signed legislation allowing interstate marijuana trade in anticipation of a change in federal law. Governor Jay Inslee recently signed the bill introduced by Senator Ann Rivers into law after it passed the legislature last month. Prior to approving the legislation, Inslee pushed Congress to update the country's cannabis laws, arguing that legalization at the federal level would support the competitiveness of the highly regulated marijuana market while also upholding health and public safety requirements. Once a federal law is changed or a federal Justice Department decision authorizing cannabis trading across state lines is passed, the legislation…

ThursdayMay 11, 2023 9:45 am

BizCann Expo: An Elite Business & Networking Event for All Things Cannabis

BizCann Expo, a must-attend event for anyone working in the cannabis space, will be held in the city of Medellín, Columbia, May 20-21, 2023, a beautiful location surrounded by the spectacular Andes mountains. Colombia’s location an1d promising regulatory environment make it a rich location for the cannabis industry, with Medellin and nearby regions guiding its growth. BizCann is the leading event in South and Latin America driving education, entrepreneurship, and innovation in all facets of the cannabis industry. Whether you’re a recognized canna-entrepreneur, or you are looking to join this exhilarating industry, BizCann Expo has all the resources you’ll need…

ThursdayMay 11, 2023 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Study Shows Marijuana Helps Cancer Patients Manage Pain

According to a recent Canadian study, medical marijuana may be able to lessen cancer patients' dependence on other medications by easing their discomfort. The study, published in “BMF Palliative and Supportive Care,” involved the examination of 358 cancer patients and concluded that cannabis could be safely combined with other medications to help in pain management. Every three months, the researchers checked on the patients to see how much pain they were in and how many medications they were taking. Patients reported substantially less pain after using the cannabis-based medications and that their pain had less of an impact on their…

WednesdayMay 10, 2023 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Oregon Secretary of State Resigns Due to Cannabis Consultancy Job

Last week, Shemia Fagan resigned as Oregon Secretary of State after receiving significant criticism for taking up a job as a consultant to a cannabis company while her office was concluding an audit of the state’s Liquor and Cannabis Commission. During her announcement, Fagan apologized for working for the business, pointing out that while she had planned to finish her term, it had been an honor to serve the people of Oregon. She also highlighted that ethics guidelines permitted outside employment, noting that consulting for La Mota wasn’t a conflict of interest as any actions taken on account of the…

WednesdayMay 10, 2023 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Marijuana Department in California Gives Universities $20M to Study Cannabis

The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) revealed that on April 26, 2023, it had given 16 educational institutions funding totaling $19,942,918 for marijuana research. The funds will support projects researching how marijuana affects young people's psychological wellness, innovative cannabinoids such as Delta-8 and Delta-10 THC, and a groundbreaking study of California's historic cannabis genetics. The DCC expects these activities will set the standard for marijuana research and enhance scientific study to better comprehend cannabis' advantages and drawbacks. Six divisions of colleges received awards, with Cal Poly Humboldt receiving the largest award of $2,699,178 for its grassroots study on heritage…