Will Michigan’s new cannabis rules give delta-8 THC an edge on the recreational market?
After Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s decision to put a single state agency in charge of both hemp and marijuana regulation, some are wondering whether this and other proposed changes could give hemp-derived THC an edge on the state’s market — potentially even threatening the state’s licensed marijuana industry. “The changes present new market opportunities for hemp farmers but also new competition for growers in the state’s existing marijuana industry,” wrote Gus Burns for the Michigan new...[Read More]
Tennessee hemp farmers forced to destroy crops after change to federal THC testing rules
Hemp farmers in Tennessee are being told to burn or otherwise destroy fields of hemp that tested above federal THC thresholds after a change in testing rules, reports Nashville News Channel 5. The US Department of Agriculture’s 2021 final rule establishing a national hemp program requires field samples to measure both delta-9 THC and THCa. The total concentration must remain below 0.3 percent. According to Hemp Grower, the 2018 Farm Bill didn’t define hemp by total THC levels and only requ...[Read More]
Top 3 Best Topical CBD Products of 2022: Creams and Salves Take Over!
There are numerous way to use CBD. Each way of intake having its own pros and cons. If you are looking for relief from aches and pains or help with skin conditions, a topical product might be your best bet. But what is a topical CBD product? A CBD topical is basically any ointment, lotion, cream, salve or even a gel that has been infused with CBD and other hemp extract (hopefully containing other herbs and oils for added function as well). Topicals can be applied directly to the skin, and usuall...[Read More]
Best Delta 8 Products to Shop Online
Best delta 8 products over the past year, you may have heard delta-8 THC or “delta 8” appearing in convenience stores and pharmacies alongside cbd gummies, oils, and lotions. Delta 8, also known as D8 THC or dronabinol, is derived from the cannabis plant. Some people who use this drug claim that it is very helpful with controlling seizures in some cases. Others claim that Delta 8 is an effective sleep aid. There are also some people who believe that Delta 8 might be able to help with appetite lo...[Read More]
Kentucky House Passes Medical Cannabis Legalization Bill
The Kentucky House of Representatives on Thursday passed a bill to legalize medical cannabis, only one week after the proposal was advanced by a key legislative committee. The measure, House Bill 136, was passed by the House with a vote of 59-34 and will now head to the state Senate for consideration. A similar bill was passed by the House in 2020 but failed to gain a hearing in the state legislature’s upper chamber. Under the measure from Republican Representative Jason Nemes, patients with one...[Read More]
Texas Supreme Court hears arguments on ban for making and selling smokable hemp
The Texas Supreme Court heard arguments March 22 in a case addressing the state’s ban on making and selling smokable hemp, including products like hemp flower and CBD vapes. The legal battle started in late 2020 when the Texas Department of State Health Services initiated the ban. It was subsequently challenged by four hemp companies. The high court is tasked with reviewing an August ruling establishing that smokable hemp could be legally grown and sold in Texas, and that the state’s ban on prod...[Read More]
Everything you need to know about the best CBD chocolate
As CBD is becoming more and more popular, we’re seeing a lot of “fun” products like CBD chocolate make their way to the shelves of health shops everywhere. In a way, this makes a lot of sense: CBD extract has a strong herbal taste that many people dislike. But is CBD chocolate really as effective as products like CBD oil and CBD capsules? Keep reading to find out how to get the potency you need from the best CBD chocolate. How to buy CBD chocolate that actually works First of all, what is CBD ch...[Read More]
CBD & Periods: Jenny’s Story
Last updated on March 4, 2022 Jenny Oh is an artist from Los Angeles who had suffered from PMS and endometriosis for most of her life. Here, she shares how she learnt to manage her symptoms, take care of her body and lead a holistic, healthy life. Hey Jenny! Let’s start from the beginning; tell us a bit about yourself and your issues with PMS. I’m originally from Los Angeles, and spent most of my time growing up here. I moved to NYC in 2010, and spent close to 10 years there. I moved back to LA ...[Read More]
What are Cannabinoids? Benefits, Uses, Side Effects
CBD, THC, CBN, CBG – those are just a few cannabinoids gaining mainstream traction. We know what they do and where they come from. But what are cannabinoids? What role do cannabinoids play in nature and human consumption? Whether you’re interested in cannabis plant botany, medicine, or recreational topics, it’s crucial to understand the mystery behind these compounds. Let’s dive into the fantastic realm of this relatively unexplored cannabis topic and explain everything that has to do with what ...[Read More]
CBD Oil vs. Hemp Oil: Whats the difference?
The CBD industry has grown and become extremely versatile and has evolved since regulations loosened up a few years ago in 2018. With these new rules allowing producers like us, our parent company Beebe Family Farms, and hundreds if not thousands of other solid brands to truly flourish. While the new varieties and types of products can be a welcome change from where we started, it can sometimes be confusing. With Amazon throwing their market into the mix it can make it even more confusing. So th...[Read More]
Virginia Hemp Coalition fights ‘well-intentioned’ bill that could ban CBD
The Virginia Hemp Coalition and US Hemp Roundtable made a last-ditch effort this week to stop a Virginia bill from becoming law. If passed, the legislation could result in a ban that extends to non-intoxicating hemp products, the pair of organizations said. Originally, the bill’s aim was to restrict sales of hemp-derived THC products such as delta-8 and delta-10 THC. In a March 15 email to Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, the two organizations urged the governor to veto SB 591. The bill was ful...[Read More]
Michigan combines hemp and cannabis agencies to send more funds to schools, roads and first response
Michigan’s governor is consolidating regulation of hemp and THC-rich cannabis into a single state agency. Citing efficiency, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued an executive order Feb. 11 combining two state regulatory bodies to oversee processing, distribution, and sale of cannabis and hemp. The executive order will take effect April 12, 60 days from the date of issue. Gov. Whitmer said the change would lead to more efficient administration and enforcement, allowing those industries to gr...[Read More]
Kansas district attorney tells shops to stop selling delta-8 THC
One business owner says he’s prepared to stand his ground. A district attorney in Kansas has given hemp shops in his jurisdiction until March 20 to stop selling delta-8 TCH. One shop owner says he believes he’s within the law — and willing to take the issue to court. Johnson County District Attorney Steve Howe announced Feb. 22 that his office had begun issuing written notices advising businesses of the deadline to stop selling delta-8. “We are providing your company written notice of the illega...[Read More]
New York hemp farmers get first chance to grow recreational cannabis
New York is giving hemp farmers a head start in growing cannabis for recreational use. A new law gives them first access to apply for a two-year license to grow THC-rich strains of cannabis, reports the New York Daily News. It also allows them to minimally process and distribute cannabis flower without an adult-use processor or distributor license until June 1, 2023. The licensing measure because official Feb. 22 with a signature from Gov. Kathy Hochul. Licensed growers will be able to start pla...[Read More]
CBD Oil for Inflammation: Acute and Chronic Pain Uses
Inflammation. You’re probably familiar with it if you are reading this. However just to be safe, what is inflammation? According to Healthline, “Inflammation refers to your body’s process of fighting against things that harm it, such as infections, injuries, and toxins, in an attempt to heal itself. When something damages cells, your body releases chemicals that trigger a response from your immune system.” To put it simply inflammation, is the body’s way of fighting off anythin...[Read More]
Kentucky judge makes delta-8 THC legal for now, as state lawmakers move to ban it
A county-level judge in Kentucky approved a temporary injunction Feb. 28 that effectively makes delta-8 THC legal in Kentucky — for now. The following day, lawmakers moved a bill forward that could ban delta-8 THC statewide, reports Louisville news station WHAS 11. What’s Delta-8 THC? Delta-8 is chemical kin to the more well-known delta-9 THC. Delta-9 was, until recently, simply known as THC. But as it turns out, it wasn’t the one and only tetrahydrocannabinol. Similar isomers have similar psych...[Read More]
Utah bill would ban delta-8 THC
State’s Cannabinoid Product Board takes stance against delta-8 A bill introduced to Utah lawmakers this week would expand the state’s medical program while removing delta-8 THC products from the market, reports Salt Lake City news station Fox 13. The bill would also allow midwives to recommend cannabis, allow terminally-ill patients access to medical cannabis, and create new labeling requirements. Senate Bill 190 was introduced Feb. 9 by Senate Majority Leader Evan Vickers (R-Cedar City). The bi...[Read More]
Lawmakers in Washington state take aim at hemp-derived THC
Lawmakers in Washington state have introduced at least two bills that would bar the sale of hemp-derived THC products including delta-8 THC, currently stocked in convenience stores and smoke shops. Cannabis is fully legal in the state, and hemp-derived delta-9 THC (currently banned) also poses a potential threat to existing growers for the adult-use and medical marketplace. According to the Associated Press, the bills were introduced in response to brisk sales of hemp-derived cannabis — includin...[Read More]
Women in Cannabis Tech: Mowing Down the Grass STEM Ceiling
Women in Cannabis Tech: Mowing Down the Grass STEM Ceiling The national average of women with executive-level business positions is just shy of 30%, but in the cannabis industry that statistic stands at only 22%, according to a 2021 MJBizDaily report. Unfortunately, that number only represents the executive level. When you look at the rank and file, it is pretty clear the industry’s reputation as a bro-fest is embarrassingly well deserved. Now consider being a woman in cannabis working outside t...[Read More]
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