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ThursdayJun 27, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – National Sheriffs’ Association Wants Marijuana Rescheduled

The National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) has passed a resolution calling on the federal government to reschedule marijuana. The same resolution also reiterates the group’s opposition to the legalization of recreational marijuana. In the resolution, the NSA states that they regard the legalization of cannabis as a threat to public safety and health, but they also have empathy for people who are suffering as a result of debilitating conditions which prompt them to seek medical cannabis. The sheriffs reaffirmed that they remain opposed to not just state-level legalization but decriminalization as well since these policies haven’t done much to eradicate illicit…

ThursdayJun 27, 2019 12:49 pm

NCIA Cannabis Business Summit & Expo is ‘Essential’, Says Leading Trade Journal

It’s no real surprise that the 6th Annual NCIA Cannabis Business Summit & Expo has made the list of “essential conferences for meeting everyone you need to know to succeed in cannabis.” During its run, attendance at the trade show has climbed exponentially. This year, over 10,000 attendees are expected to congregate, July 22-24, at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center in San Jose, California. Such a crowd of executives, entrepreneurs and investors offers networking opportunities galore. The event, which focuses on business opportunities in the fast-developing cannabis space, undoubtedly offers a matchless opportunity to “meet… everyone you need to…

ThursdayJun 27, 2019 11:22 am

The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF) Launches Strategic Hemp Division

The Green Organic Dutchman’s focus is on being the market’s foremost global organic cannabis brand The company recently launched a worldwide strategic hemp division TGOD aims to provide a suite of premium consumer-preferred products The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF) is a premium cannabis company that grows high-quality, organic cannabis with sustainable, all-natural principles. Established in 2012, TGOD focuses on medical cannabis markets in Canada, Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America, along with the Canadian adult-use market. TGOD’s senior management team has wide-ranging experience in executive and operational activities specific to CPG (consumer packaged goods), consumer…

ThursdayJun 27, 2019 10:43 am

Earth Science Tech Inc. (ETST) Builds a Niche in Expansive Wellness Industry with Women’s Health, CBD Products

Earth Science Tech is a Florida-based company with a vision of enhancing the quality of people’s lives through varied wellness initiatives as part of a growing $4.2 trillion industry The company’s two subsidiaries have a targeted focus on helping women who might not normally pursue health care to assess and treat STIs, as well as on utilizing hemp derivatives as therapy for a variety of maladies ETST also supports a favored entity’s efforts to gain non-profit status for accepting grants that would further CBD studies and assist the company in donating its products on the basis of need The health…

ThursdayJun 27, 2019 9:47 am

Industrial Hemp Market Records Steady Growth, Creating New Opportunities for Suppliers Like Sugarmade Inc. (SGMD)

Legislative changes and growing demand are forecast to enable the industrial hemp sector to grow at a CAGR of 13.7 percent through 2026 The worldwide market is expected to eclipse $13 billion within the next seven years Such rapid growth is expected to provide strategic expansion opportunities for innovative cultivation equipment suppliers like Sugarmade Inc. Sugarmade Inc. (OTCQB: SGMD), a major supplier to the booming hydroponic cultivation sector, looks set to benefit from the many opportunities presented by the quickly expanding industrial hemp sector, as statistics indicate that the market is anticipated to reach $13.03 billion by 2026 from $4.63…

ThursdayJun 27, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Idaho Medical Cannabis Ballot Initiative Clears First Hurdle

According to a press release issued by the Idaho Cannabis Coalition on Tuesday (June 25), the group has submitted the required list of voters supporting their petition to see medical marijuana included on the state ballot in 2020. The group was told that they needed to collect a minimum of 55,057 signatures from Idaho voters if they were to be given the go-ahead to put together a ballot measure that would be voted on during the upcoming elections in 2020. The coalition duly collected the signatures and submitted them to the Secretary of State for verification before the next step…

WednesdayJun 26, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – It’s Official, Illinois is 11th to Legalize Recreational Marijuana

As had been widely expected, Gov. J.B Pritzker yesterday (June 25) signed a bill legalizing recreational marijuana in Illinois. This makes the state the 11th to legalize marijuana fully, joining the likes of Colorado and California. When this new law takes effect on Jan 1, 2020, adults 21 and older will be allowed to possess up to 30grams of marijuana and non-residents will be permitted to possess a maximum of 15grams. The signing ceremony marked the fulfillment of a pledge Gov. Pritzker made when he was campaigning for office. He promised to see the swift legalization of recreational marijuana in…

WednesdayJun 26, 2019 11:58 am

ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (CIIX) CEO Sees Planned Merger, Acquisition Activity as Key to Future

CIIX anticipates growth in the Asian region via merger and acquisition activities The company’s CEO expects sales to double over the next 12 months CIIX’s core business for years has been focused on educational services and delivering financial and investment news in real-time ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) CEO Warren Wang said, in a Redchip Money Report interview with host Dave Gentry, that investors should know that CIIX is seeking to expand its future business via merger and acquisition activities in the Asian region (http://cnw.fm/7cxEu). During the interview, Wang projected CIIX’s sales to double over the next 12 months. Wang noted that…

WednesdayJun 26, 2019 11:31 am

Wildflower Brands Inc. (CSE: SUN) (OTCQB: WLDFF) Sees Massive Sales Growth, Undertakes Strategic Expansion Steps

Wildflower’s sales growth is directly related to its strategic partnerships and the launch of new products The company’s CBD-infused products are now available at wellness guru Joel Warren’s ‘The Salon Project’ at Saks Fifth Avenue as part of a continued product offering expansion that began in March 2019 Wildflower is expected to continue working on new CBD and hemp-derived products in order to solidify its leading market position Wildflower Brands Inc. (CSE: SUN) (OTCQB: WLDFF), a Vancouver-based company with an emphasis on plant-based health and wellness products, reported a 78 percent increase in sales for its fiscal quarter ended March…

WednesdayJun 26, 2019 10:51 am

7 Ways to Save Money on Medical Cannabis

One of the biggest complaints among medical cannabis patients? The cost. While cannabis is a potent medicine, even the most dire of patients cannot write their health expenses off on their taxes, nor will insurance cover the cost of the herb. Further, finding insurance companies that will pay for the costs of cannabis-friendly doctors can also be a real challenge. One can make the argument that medical cannabis can perhaps save patients from the more extreme costs of advanced healthcare in the long run, providing a tool that allows patients to avoid paying more to manage the side-effects and complications associated with…