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Consumable hemp is forcing another rethinking of what constitutes legal cannabis in America. One of the biggest cannabis tales defining 2024 isn’t about marijuana. It’s about hemp laws – or more specifically, increasingly popular derivative compounds, such as concentrated delta-9 hemp products and

Poll Reveals Cannabis Use Among Older Americans: Preferences, Risks, and Health Discussions. A poll of Americans aged 50 and over on their use of cannabis has provided some interesting insights into how often they use the drug, how and why they use it, and the behaviors they engage in while under

Tilray Brands Expands US Presence with Acquisition of Atwater Brewery from Molson Coors. Tilray Brands, Inc confirmed Thursday it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Atwater Brewery, from Molson Coors Beverage Company. “Atwater Brewery is a renowned craft brewery with a rich

Presidential Candidates Signal Support for Marijuana Reclassification as States Push for Legalization. The U.S. is divided when it comes to state and federal marijuana policy, but recent political developments could move the country toward a greater acceptance of cannabis. Both major presidential

Amid changing attitudes and new legislation around the use of cannabis in the US, an increasing number of people are taking the drug on a regular basis. Recent estimates based on survey results suggest use of the drug had risen steadily across a range of demographics, with one curious exception –

Tilray Brands Inc’s big bet on legal cannabis is proving so overoptimistic it is now relying on the alcohol market it once aimed to disrupt. A long-awaited easing in U.S. cannabis laws, known as rescheduling, is still at least months away, leaving in place suffocating restrictions on sales due to

DEA Moves Forward with Cannabis Rescheduling Amid Public Comment and Legal Challenges. As readers of this column know, earlier this year the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) finally acted on President Biden's call to reschedule cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled

Kamala Harris Campaign Criticizes Trump’s Support for Florida Marijuana Ballot Measure, Calling It “Blatant Pandering”. Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign recently went after former President Donald Trump over his comments about Florida’s marijuana legalization ballot measure, saying it was

Trump Advocates for Cannabis Reform, Supports Rescheduling and SAFER Banking Bill. As Vice President Kamala Harris’s poll lead begins to dwindle, former President Donald Trump has taken to espousing uncharacteristically liberal policies to win over potential voters. Yesterday, in a surprise post on

The Republican candidate has previously hinted at his support for legalization, which Ron DeSantis has said would be “bad for quality of life” in Florida. Donald Trump has confirmed he will vote for recreational marijuana use to be legalized in Florida, putting him at loggerheads with the state’s

Cannabis Industry Underserved By Financial Institutions Though 80% Of Operators Expect Growth In Upcoming Years. Shield Compliance, a platform for cannabis banking, unveiled its annual survey results, and results are showing a disconnect between financial institutions and the cannabis industry

The Long-Term Impact of Cannabis on Brain Health, Genetics, and Prenatal Development. As cannabis becomes increasingly common in our daily lives, both for medicinal and recreational purposes, understanding its effects is more critical than ever. Cannabis, often touted for its potential benefits like