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TuesdaySep 17, 2019 11:50 am

7 Science Fields That Will Advance as a Result of Cannabis Reform

Rapidly expanding commercial markets – and cannabis is easily the biggest of this century – inevitably lead to new developments in related sciences. Commercial opportunities drive investments and new business creation, creating a healthy sense of competition. This competition is part of what fuels innovation as businesses seek competitive advantage. The result is a perfect storm of technological advancement and refinement that can lead to quantum leaps in related science and technology. As commercial cannabis takes off, there are at least 7 science fields that will grow right along with it: #1) Cannabinoids and the Endocannabinoid System The cannabinoids in…

TuesdaySep 17, 2019 11:18 am

IONIC Brands Corp. (CSE: IONC) (OTC: IONKF) (FRA: IB3) Completes Strategic Acquisitions, Reports Record Revenues

The company’s second quarter 2019 financial results included a $5.9 million revenue milestone IONIC Brands has tapped into Nevada’s cannabis market with its acquisition of Vegas Valley Growers North, adding production facilities, four state licenses and a popular vape brand to its portfolio Retail consumer appeal is propelling concentrates toward a forecast $8 billion in retail sales by 2022, outpacing growth in traditional flower sales National cannabis holding company IONIC Brands Corp. (CSE: IONC) (OTC: IONKF) (FRA: IB3), formerly Zara Resources Inc., capped off the first half of 2019 with record financial results, achieving a milestone of $5.9 million in revenue,…

TuesdaySep 17, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Mexican Senate to Start Debating Cannabis Legalization This Week

The Senate in Mexico is set to start debating the legalization of marijuana this week, according to information from the leader of the Morena Party. Different Senate committees will consider the different proposals before them before a bill is put together, possibly by the end of October. Jesusa Rodriguez Martinez, a Senator belonging to the Morena Party, revealed that there are thirteen legalization proposals before the upper chamber of the Mexico legislature. These proposals will all be discussed during open committee sessions. During those sessions, members of the public and other stakeholders will be invited to share their views on…

MondaySep 16, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Congress to Vote on Marijuana Banking Bill This Month

A bipartisan bill that was drafted to protect the banks that accept marijuana businesses as clients will be put before the whole House for a vote this month, according to the office of the Majority Leader. This decision was announced during a closed-door meeting of the Democratic Party lawmakers held on Thursday. The exact date hasn’t been agreed upon, but it will be this month. Some lawmakers who attended that closed-door meeting revealed that there was a suggestion that the bill be voted upon after suspending the rules of procedure. If this were to happen, at least two-thirds of the…

MondaySep 16, 2019 1:45 pm

Sixth Annual Cannabis World Congress and Business Expo to Feature B.I.G. Thinker

As Cannabis World Congress and Business Expo (CWCBExpo) looms on the event horizon, big things are about to happen. Set for September 26-28 at South Hall K in the Los Angeles Convention Center, CWCBExpo is a business-to-business trade show held three times a year, in New York, Los Angeles and Boston. The event has become an essential forum for dispensary owners, growers, suppliers, investors, medical professionals, government regulators, legal counsel and entrepreneurs looking to identify developing trends in this fast-growing industry. The Los Angeles lineup of headline speakers will include CJ Wallace, son of the late Notorious B.I.G., who will discuss…

MondaySep 16, 2019 12:29 pm

The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF) Built Strategically from Day One

The company delivers premium, certified organic cannabis to Canada and international markets TGOD intends to explore strategic international markets with exclusive licensing deals and partnerships The company has set its sights on the beverage industry as it continues to look forward The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF), a premium, global organic cannabis firm, is creating a sustainable and successful company through its careful planning and strategic growth strategy implementation. The company is focused on the medical cannabis markets in Canada, Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America, as well as the Canadian adult-use market. TGOD’s strategic approach…

MondaySep 16, 2019 12:13 pm

Benzinga Announces Initial Lineup For Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago: Charlie Bachtell, Axel Bernabe, Hadley Ford Among Speakers

Benzinga, a leading financial media outlet, is announcing the first round of speakers for the fifth iteration of the Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago, Oct. 22-23. Following the historical format of the renowned conference, day one of the event brings top cannabis executives, multistate operators, leading investors, pioneers in the pharmaceutical space and more in front of attendees. Topics will touch on extremely relevant advancements in Chicago, following the imminent regulation, as well as news on the U.S. market and beyond. Exclusive keynote speakers include Cresco Labs CEO Charlie Bachtell and New Frontier Data COO Gary Allen. Intimate fireside chats…

MondaySep 16, 2019 11:59 am

Grow Up Conference & Expo Announces 2019 Awards Gala Winners

Last week, Grow Up Conference and Expo celebrated the best in cannabis cultivation, science and manufacturing at the first ever Grow Up Awards Gala, held at the Greg Frewin Theatre in Niagara Falls, Ontario. "Last night was a true testament to the tireless work of the people who have helped push our industry forward," said Randy Rowe, president of Grow Up. "The Grow Up Awards Gala shone a light on the great work happening in the cannabis industry in Canada and around the world.” Organizers also announced the first inductee into the Grower Hall of Fame -- Ed Rosenthal, the…

MondaySep 16, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Medical Marijuana Prices in Michigan Rise as Recreational Sales Near

The cost of cannabis flower in Michigan has risen by about 50 percent from the time medical marijuana became available in the state nearly ten months ago. In August, the wholesale price of an ounce reached $249, the highest it has ever been from the time the regulated market was opened. This increase in the price of marijuana flower comes as the supply is declining. This decline started in April and the numbers have been dropping to the lowest point in August. The price hike comes despite the fact that while marijuana from caregivers is still dominating the market, the…

FridaySep 13, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Florida AG Opposes One Recreational Marijuana Ballot Initiative

There are three initiatives aimed at putting a recreational ballot measure on the 2020 ballot in Florida, but one of those initiatives has been singled out by the Attorney General as being too long and should therefore be rejected by the Supreme Court of Florida. The ballot initiative that AG Ashley Moody has turned her guns on is sponsored by a group called Sensible Florida. That initiative seeks to legalize recreational cannabis for adults who are at least 21 years old. Michael Minardi, the chairperson of Sensible Florida, says that the bulk of this constitutional amendment seeks to establish a…