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MondayNov 02, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — DEA Seeks Contractor with Capacity to Burn Tons of Cannabis Daily

Recently, the Drug Enforcement Administration (“DEA”) reached out for help to assist in burning about 1,000 pounds of cannabis per hour for eight hours straight. Each year, the DEA seizes tons of raw marijuana and millions of cannabis plants, which are usually destroyed. The contractor that performs this is responsible to oversee the burning of cannabis as well as other controlled substances that have been confiscated as evidence in drug cases. The DEA stated that it would inspect the incinerator used in the process to ensure that no drug residue remained. The work description was posted earlier this month in…

MondayNov 02, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Outdoor Marijuana Growers in California to Label Products According to Region

In September, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law four bills affecting the state’s cannabis industry. One of those bills, dubbed Senate Bill 67, allows outdoor cannabis growers to brand and market their products by highlighting where and how those products are produced. As long as the cannabis products come from cannabis plants cultivated in the ground, or were grown without the use of a structure and without the use of artificial lighting in the canopy area, they can claim an “appellation of origin.” This means that if cannabis farmers in California grow cannabis in the ground without any artificial…

FridayOct 30, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Massachusetts Regulators Make Bold Decision on New Delivery Businesses

Although the state of Massachusetts allows the delivery of both medical and recreational marijuana, creating a system for delivering adult-use marijuana has proven to be quite a challenge. Recently, state marijuana regulators announced that they will be moving forward with plans to allow a new class of cannabis delivery business. The move has been met with both praise and criticism from stakeholders. On Oct. 20, the state’s Cannabis Control Commission (“CCC”) approved some changes to its draft regulations, allowing standalone cannabis retailers without storefronts to deliver products to customers’ homes. This comes a year after the state allowed the delivery…

FridayOct 30, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Study Discovers Cannabis Use Disorder Has Biological, Genetic Foundation

A global study that investigated the predisposition of individuals to cannabis use disorder has determined a link between a region of DNA near the FOXP2 gene and cannabis use disorder (“CUD”), previously associated with risk-taking behavior. A press release notes that researchers from the Washington University School of Medicine studied DNA and other data from about 360,000 individuals who did not have a CUD diagnosis and 21,000 individuals who were diagnosed with CUD. The research team determined two regions in human DNA — the CHRNA2 gene, which has previously been associated with nicotine addiction and CUD, and the FOXP2 gene.…

ThursdayOct 29, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Senators Say DEA Rule on THC Content of Hemp Contravenes Congressional Intent

In August, the Drug Enforcement Administration (“DEA”) unveiled proposed rules that would officially put the agency in line with the 2018 farm bill. The legislation legalized the cultivation and sale of industrial hemp and its extracts, allowing farmers across the country to grow hemp under state and tribal programs. However, the federal agency’s interim final rule on hemp has been met with resistance from activists who argue it contradicts the 2018 farm bill and will hamper the growth of the nascent hemp industry. Last week, a pair of Oregon senators sent a letter to the DEA demanding changes to its…

ThursdayOct 29, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Possible Voting Outcomes on November Marijuana Measures

In less than a week, Americans across the country will mail in their ballots or visit local voting stations to determine the direction the United States will head in the near future. Apart from focusing on the presidential race and senate runs, you should also pay attention to the cannabis legalization votes, which will be happen in five states. Polls may not be accurate, and reality tends to escape theory sometimes, but we’ve laid out a few predictions for the marijuana legalization votes in the five states. Arizona This will be the second time voters from the state will vote…

WednesdayOct 28, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Montana Supreme Court Throws Out Case Against Marijuana Legalization Measure

On Wednesday, Oct. 21, the Montana Supreme Court rejected a lawsuit against a marijuana legalization initiative appearing on the state’s November ballot. Sponsored by the New Montana approach, the initiative would establish a legal cannabis market for adults in the state. But as the elections drew closer, the initiative was challenged by Wrong for Montana, an organization arguing that, because the initiative involves appropriating funds, it violates state statute on citizen initiatives. “We have prepared this lawsuit, and we are in the process of filing it,” said Steve Zabawa of Wrong for Montana (WFM). He cited article III, section IV…

WednesdayOct 28, 2020 12:10 pm

Pac Roots Cannabis Corp.’s (CSE: PACR) Strategic Business Model Anchors Company in Growing Cannabis Market

Sales of legal adult-use cannabis in Canada grew by 5.2% from July to August, reaching monthly total of CA$244.9 million PACR committed to preserving excellence of elite strains while introducing highest-quality new strains Strategic approach has allowed company to be cash-flow positive within first year of trading With the recent news that Canadian cannabis sales in August reached nearly CA$245 million (https://cnw.fm/EC7Ow), Pac Roots Cannabis Corp.’s (CSE: PACR) mission to deliver the finest cannabis genetics to Canadians seems particularly well timed. A Canadian company, PACR is dedicated to producing premium-quality strains and products by leveraging a genetics-focused approach. According to “Marijuana Business…

WednesdayOct 28, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Research Finds No Link Between Recreational Cannabis Legalization and Teen Use

Since 2012, eleven states have legalized cannabis use for adults, with many voters across the country considering the same measures on 2020 ballots in numerous states. The first states to legalize the drug were Washington and Colorado; California followed suit. Most concerns about legalization center on whether making the drug legal would cause more young people to use it or whether accidents caused by impaired drivers would increase. Data collected since then shows little change in usage or impaired driving accidents. For example, a survey carried out in Colorado after legalization showed a slight decrease in the percentage of high…

TuesdayOct 27, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Why CBD Is Good for Skin During Cold Weather

Although winter has its charm, the cold weather can be a bit of a downer, especially coming after the warm, sunny days of summer and the crisp, refreshing days of autumn. On top of bringing down the mood and necessitating the wearing of several layers of clothing, the drop in temperature can cause skin issues. It’s not uncommon for people to develop a dry, itchy rash often referred to as winter rash; in addition, people also suffer acne breakouts and chapped lips. Did you know that CBD or cannabidiol can help soothe your skin during winter? Extracted from hemp, a…

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