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Mike

Development in Cannabis as Medicine

Cannabis contains over 80 different compounds called cannabinoids, which have various effects on the human body and brain. The most well-known cannabinoids are tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is responsible for the psychoactive effects of cannabis, and cannabidiol (CBD), which has anti-inflammatory, anti-epileptic, and neuroprotective properties.

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Germany announces details of Legalization Draft

The proposal requires cannabis to be grown by licensed cultivators, and sold only through licensed storefronts in order to deter black market sales. Residents can grow up to three plants at home and may purchase and possess up to 20 – 30 grams of cannabis.

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Stefan

Medical Cannabis in Europe

Lorna Rothery spoke to Rainer Krüger from the recently formed European Cannabis Association about how the organisation is supporting the development of a stable medical cannabis value chain in Europe.

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Mike

A Guide to alternative Cannabinoids

From beauty and skincare to supplements, beverages and food, CBD has been having a moment for a while now. And with it, the rise of many other hemp-derived cannabinoids, such as CBG and CBN. But there have been others thrown in the mix with an edgier flare, hemp cannabinoids that blur the lines between supportive and recreational. We are talking about alternative cannabinoids, of course!

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Cultiva Hanfexpo in Vienna

The focus of the hemp fair in Vienna is the diversity of the hemp plant with its uses as a remedy, raw material and food. People interested in hemp can get a comprehensive overview of the latest trends in the industry at the cannabis fair and find out about and try out thousands of products from producers, experts and entrepreneurs from all over the world.

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Cannabis Clubs Ibiza

What a shame that alcohol has influenced this decision and has had an affect on the cannabis users who are totally the opposite of alcohol users. We are very disappointed that the government has confused cannabis users behaviour with alcohol users behaviour, we have been studying cannabis and its effects for a long time ….

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Switzerland trials legal cannabis sales

Swiss authorities have greenlit a trial of legal cannabis sales for recreational use. The pilot, beginning in late summer, involves the local government, Basel University and the city’s University Psychiatric Clinics.

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Stefan

New York expands medical marijuana eligibility

Under the new eligibility criteria, practitioners will be allowed to issue medical marijuana certifications to any patient they believe may benefit from the medicinal use of cannabis. Previously, the use of medical cannabis was restricted to patients with one or more qualifying medical conditions.

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Germany moves to legalize cannabis

Germany Moves To Legalize Cannabis, Second Country After Malta In Europe. The proposal to establish a regulated market for adult sale and consumption of marijuana and to promote a broader drug policy. The plan, which would open a significant market for growers and dealers, includes a reevaluation of the new law and its repercussions after four years.

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Ohio Marijuana Expo

The expo provides a fantastic opportunity to interact with hundreds of vendors ready to discuss and offer their business, products, and mission. You can expect a unique blend of medical marijuana cultivators, processors, dispensaries, advocates, and experts.

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Stefan

Joints for jabs

Washington state offers ‘joints for jabs’ to boost vaccination rates. State is offering free marijuana joints to adults that receive a Covid vaccine in program that will run until 12 July.

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Grower fights against raid

Cannabis grower vs. austria. Police failure at a cannabis plantation in vienna could cost the state more than 200.000 euros. This was the experience of the Vienna police, who last year carried out a large-scale drug raid on the plantation hall of a hemp grower in Vienna-Liesing.

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Mike

What is Delta-8 THC

There’s a new cannabinoid in town. Delta-8 THC is making headlines as the latest canna craze to hit the market. This minor cannabinoid has been dubbed “weed lite” for its similar effects to Delta-9 THC, the cannabinoid known to produce the feeling of being high. Where does this intoxicating cannabinoid come from, what does it do, and where can you find it? Read our Delta-8-THC guide below to find out.

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Delivery sales launch in Denver, Colorado

Strawberry Fields and Doobba are kicking off delivery sales for the public today in Denver, much to the joy of stoners. The companies completed their first six legal pot deliveries on August 19 during a soft launch test round.

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Instagram bans cannabis related accounts

Instagram is targeting and taking down cannabis-specific content, something that hurts industry brands and influencers across the board. Which leads to detrimental loss in engagement for up-and-coming cannabis businesses.

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Smoke in the Kitchen

A MERRY JANE original series that features a variety of people and artists and how they like to combine cannabis with their favorite recipes. The recipes, both cannabis-infused and dishes that are meant to be enjoyed with the assistance of flower, are easy to make in our follow along cooking series, Smoke in the Kitchen.

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Amazon waives cannabis tests

Because Amazon run out of drivers in the U.S., the online retailer is now apparently calling on its delivery companies to specifically look for stoners. This would significantly increase the number of potential applicants. However, some of the delivery companies themselves are skeptical about the idea for liability reasons.

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Eddy Lepp passes away

Another iconic representative of the cannabis community, Charles Edward “Eddy” Lepp, has passed away after a battle with cancer. Lepp served in the U.S. Army’s military intelligence unit in the Vietnam War from 1969–1972, and shortly after, became a lifelong fighter for cannabis rights.

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The Didgeribong

Imagine a pleasant woody taste meets the sweet smell of beeswax. A natural, tasteful smoking experience is guaranteed here. Of course we have to take a closer look at that beauty – The Didgeribong from Germany!

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Frankfurt trains Cannabis Doctors

Frankfurt Begins A Training Program For Cannabis Doctors. The German city is piloting a new, national training program for cannabis doctors in the hopes that more patients will get access to the drug via legal means.

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Legal Cannabis doesn’t increase usage

Study shows legal Cannabis doesn’t increase use among Teenagers. This latest research is consistent with other studies that found no increase in youth cannabis use caused by medical cannabis availability.

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Six top tasty Cannabis Strains

“There are hundreds of strains out there, but these six are particularly worth trying”, said Addison Herron-Wheeler from High Times Magazine and presented us her top six delicious strains of all time.

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Seth Rogen launches his own cannabis

Seth Rogen brings his cannabis company to U.S. The Canadian marijuana business co-founded by the “Pineapple Express” actor will roll out its products in California stores next week.

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