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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 9:30 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Hails Successful Testing for Effective Transformation of Antivirals for Greater Bioavailability

Lexaria Bioscience is a drug delivery technology developer advancing its IP for transforming existing consumer products and medications that may improve their availability and bioavailability The analysis of Lexaria’s DehydraTECH(TM) shows it did not create unwanted new molecular entities during the transformation process, did not inhibit the drugs’ expected antiviral functions and did increase absorption The DehydraTECH testing has been in conjunction with drugs used to treat SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19, HIV/AIDS and hepatitis, although the company envisions its technology becoming responsive to a much wider array of viral illnesses The company envisions building on its recent successes with larger studies of the…

ThursdayJul 29, 2021 9:00 am

RYAH Group Inc. (CSE: RYAH) Globally Unlocking Data in the Complete Therapeutic Plant Lifecycle

Providing a holistic approach to therapeutic plant treatment by unlocking data from seed to consumption RYAH Group is providing needed dosing devices globally to drive innovation and deliver cutting edge plant-based medical solutions globally With over 200k registered users, RYAH Group is one of the largest plant-based medicine databases in the world and regularly releases and shares valuable insights collected RYAH Group (CSE: RYAH), formerly RYAH Medtech, is leading the way forward by providing a holistic approach to therapeutic plant treatment by unlocking the data in the complete plant lifecycle (seed to consumption). Known for its high-quality information and digital…

ThursdayJul 29, 2021 9:00 am

Green Hygienics Holdings Inc. (GRYN) to Become First Hemp Company to Develop ESG Report Using SASB Framework

The company plans to incorporate systemic environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) factors into business planning and investment decision-making The initial Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (“SASB”) report has been completed, and sustainability consulting firm KERMIDA Inc. is currently organizing the data compiled by Green Hygienics An ESG program can significantly benefit companies in the industry, from drawing in more investors to winning new business, gaining better talent and improving media coverage The industrial hemp market size is expected to reach $15.26 billion by 2027 due to the rising demand for food, supplements, cosmetics, and personal care items Green Hygienics Holdings (OTCQB:…

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…

WednesdayJul 28, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Researchers Identify Clues Explaining Why Low-Dose Full-Spectrum CBD Products Can Have Powerful Effects

The past five years or so have seen cannabinoids, led by THC and CBD, become immensely popular. While THC is responsible for marijuana's intoxicating effects, CBD (cannabidiol) has shown a diverse range of possible medicinal properties. Most of the research is still in the preliminary stages; however, cannabidiol has been found to be effective against various symptoms ranging from anxiety and insomnia to chronic pain and epilepsy. As CBD products became more accessible, some users noticed that full-spectrum CBD products that contain other minor cannabinoids, other than except for THC, and terpenes seemed to be more effective than CBD isolate…

WednesdayJul 28, 2021 9:00 am

Hero Technologies Inc. (HENC), BlackBox Utilize High-Tech, Low-Cost Aeroponic System to Increase Yield

Blackbox will install Ceres EcoLoop systems on its 120-acre property in Fairfield, Michigan After extensive study, BlackBox has found that VPD-based climate control is the best way to ensure crop health, maximize yield Company is in the process of expanding its Michigan operation Hero Technologies (OTC: HENC) and its wholly owned subsidiary, BlackBox Systems and Technologies, are utilizing Ceres’s EcoLoop(TM), a high-tech, low-cost solution for growing cannabis. Blackbox will install the EcoLoop systems on its 120-acre property in Fairfield, Michigan (https://cnw.fm/vXYVy). The company anticipates that combining EcoLoop with its proprietary, state-of-the-art aeroponic system will increase its high-yield, high-profit cannabis crops. The…

WednesdayJul 28, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — California Launches Cannabis Agency to Ease Industry Regulation

America's state legal cannabis sector has seen major growth in the past few years as more states have legalized cannabis. California, which legalized recreational marijuana five years ago, has since sold $4.4 billion worth of cannabis, making its cannabis sector one of, if not the most, successful cannabis markets in America. Now in a move that is meant to simplify how California regulates its massive and swiftly growing cannabis space, Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a law creating a single agency to regulate cannabis. The policy, which Newsom first proposed in January 2020, will consolidate licensing authority from the three…

TuesdayJul 27, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Study Finds That Cannabis Legalization Boosts Home Property Values

Research conducted by Clever Real Estate has found that the presence of marijuana dispensaries and the legalization of marijuana helps grow home property values. The real estate service company used data from the U.S. Census and Zillow, as well as other sources for the study, which discovered that between 2017 and 2019, the value of homes increased by more than $6,000 in states where cannabis is legal in some form. This is in comparison to home values in states that haven’t legalized cannabis. The increase in value may be driven by the tax revenues generated from the regulation and legalization…

TuesdayJul 27, 2021 9:30 am

Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Is ‘One to Watch’

Flora Growth is uniquely positioned to achieve revenue growth, with a balance sheet supported by two successful financings and the recent launch of multiple operating divisions The company boasts a robust M&A pipeline featuring strategic targets with near-term revenue growth opportunities and global distribution channels Flora Growth is led by an exceptional management team featuring cannabis, CPG, and capital markets experts who have raised more than $3 billion in combined public financings The company’s brand portfolio features 280+ products, 70+ medical and cosmetic licenses, and 2,500+ points of distribution across Latin America and the U.S. Flora Growth has a healthy…