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FridayApr 12, 2024 10:00 am

Court Overturns New York’s Cannabis Advertising Ban

Last week, an Albany judge overturned New York’s rules on marijuana advertising and marketing. In his ruling, Judge Kevin Bryant stated that the rules were a violation of free speech and commerce. This ruling throws the state’s already struggling legal marijuana industry into confusion. In 2023, the state was prevented from issuing licenses to new marijuana shops for months, which left many shops unopened and allowed unlicensed retailers to operate across the city. In his 13-page ruling, Judge Bryant explained that the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) published regulations outlawing marketing and promotions on third-party platforms with no evidence to…

ThursdayApr 11, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Colombian Marijuana Exports Exceed $10M as Authorities Double Shelf-Life Limit

In the past year, Colombia’s export of medical marijuana has continued its upward trajectory, although it hasn’t reached the anticipated heights yet. According to data from ProColombia, a governmental body promoting alternative Colombian trade, medical marijuana exports from the country reached a value of $10.8 million in 2023. This marks an 11.3% increase compared to the previous year’s $9.7 million and a notable 96% rise from 2021. Observers within the industry interpret these latest figures as indicators of the Colombian marijuana market’s ongoing development. Avicanna CEO Aras Azadian highlights the growing recognition of the economic, practical and environmental advantages of…

ThursdayApr 11, 2024 11:15 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Bolsters C-Suite with New CFO Appointment

Lexaria, a global innovator in drug delivery platforms, has announced the appointment of Nelson Cabatuan, CPA, as its new CFO Nelson will lend over 15 years of experience in corporate finance and operations, having worked in key organizations within the industry, and will play an integral role in supporting upcoming GLP-1 human clinical studies and overseeing key financial areas of the company The appointment highlights Lexaria’s confidence in its recently confirmed focus on important GLP-1 studies Lexaria Bioscience (NASDAQ: LEXX), a global innovator in drug delivery platforms, recently announced the appointment of Nelson Cabatuan, CPA, as its new Chief Financial…

WednesdayApr 10, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Florida’s Highest Court Greenlights Adult-Use Marijuana Ballot Measure

Florida’s Supreme Court rendered a ruling on April 1, 2024, permitting an initiative aiming to legalize recreational cannabis to be included on the state’s November ballot. Two justices dissented from the measure, while five justices were in support of it. The proposed measure would allow anybody who is 21 years of age or older to own, purchase or use cannabis products and accessories for their own personal use, including smoking, ingesting or using in other ways. It also authorizes medical-marijuana treatment facilities and other licensed businesses to carry out operations such as purchasing, growing, processing, producing, selling and distributing accessories…

WednesdayApr 10, 2024 10:00 am

Germans Turn Up Heat in Demanding Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Regulations

Legislators in Germany are focused on creating a pilot program for the commercial sale of marijuana. This comes after the country legalized the possession and cultivation of marijuana for personal use last week. Under the new law, social clubs where individuals could join and acquire cannabis are set for launch in July. In its statement, the Federal Ministry of Health stated that preparation work on the next pillar of the marijuana laws was underway with relevant departments. He also noted, however, that no specifics cold be shared at the time. Karl Lauterbach, the health minister who has championed for marijuana…

WednesdayApr 10, 2024 9:00 am

Golden Triangle Ventures Inc. (GTVH) Making Key Progress in Development of Destino Ranch, an Immersive Entertainment Venue

Developed under Lavish Entertainment, a wholly owned subsidiary of GTVH, Destino Ranch will be a one-of-a-kind destination that revolutionizes the concept of an immersive music and art venue. Phase one development begins after the execution of a land-use-and-development agreement outlining exclusive rights to purchase, use and operate the nearly 70-acre property. Additional upgrades on the initial property secured will “dramatically increase speed into the market.” Marco Moreno has been appointed as president of Lavish Entertainment to spearhead the development of Destino Ranch. Mr. Moreno has notable experience in the large-scale event development industry with high-fidelity collaborations through his company ABI…

TuesdayApr 09, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — California Officials Dispatch $12M in Grants to Fix Drug-War Harms

California authorities have allocated $12 million in grants to various cities in the state, funded by taxes from cannabis sales. These funds are provided to support equity initiatives for individuals disproportionately affected by previous antidrug campaigns. This latest disbursement is part of the ongoing Marijuana Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions, administered by the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz). The primary objective is to promote economic justice by addressing the historical impacts of marijuana prohibition and the antidrug war. The program seeks to eliminate hurdles for individuals and communities seeking to participate in the regulated marijuana industry.…

MondayApr 08, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Pew Poll Finds Only 11% of Americans Want to Retain Ban on Marijuana

A recent survey conducted by the Pew Research Center reveals that an overwhelming majority of Americans, nine out of ten, support the legalization of cannabis for either medical or recreational purposes. Further, most respondents believe that legalizing cannabis enhances local economic growth and promotes fairness within the justice system. Released on March 26, 2024, the report indicates that 88% of Americans endorse some form of legalization, with 57% advocating for both medical and recreational use accessibility. Only a small fraction, 11%, opposes marijuana legalization entirely. The survey identified consistent patterns among various demographics. Democrats showed higher support for complete legalization…

MondayApr 08, 2024 10:00 am

Poll Finds 60% of Americans Want Cannabis Homegrow Allowed

A new poll has found that almost every three in five individuals in the United States are in favor of home growing marijuana. The poll, which was commissioned by Royal Queen Seeds, found that more than 60% of cannabis consumers aged 21 years and older preferred to grow their own plants instead of purchasing marijuana. While this isn’t the first or second poll that observed strong support for cannabis legalization overall, it is one of the few that looked into preferences on home growing. In its findings, the survey determined that 59% of grownups believed individuals should have the right…

FridayApr 05, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — US Marijuana Sales Expected to Be in Excess of $31B in 2024

The United States anticipates surpassing $31 billion in regulated cannabis sales this year, according to recent projections from Whitney Economics, a hemp and cannabis consulting company based in Portland, Oregon. The estimate suggests that recreational and medical cannabis legal sales will reach approximately $31.4 billion this year, marking a $2.6 billion rise from the previous year, equating to a 9.14% yearly growth rate. The forecast highlights challenges faced by the industry, including alterations in consumer spending ability, elevated interest rates and postponed enactment of regulations in new state markets post-COVID-19 pandemic. Despite these hurdles, the overall growth of the marijuana…