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How to use cannabis for workout recovery

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It seems that we regularly hear that we need to move more. However, it is difficult to feel motivated when our body is aching and sore. Taking care of our bodies post-workout makes it easier for us to engage in fitness and motivate ourselves—and cannabis can help with that. Learn how to use cannabis for […] Original post here: How to use cannabis for workout recovery

Why you need to eat pepperoni next time you get high

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Cannabis and peppers are two unexpected combinations that work well when consumed together. The human body and mind get a refreshing cool down after consuming cannabis. On the other hand, paprika helps activate the central nervous system (CNS) and keeps the senses alert. Both plants have different physical appearances and different effects, but that hasn’t […] Original post here: Why you need to eat pepperoni next time you get high

Everyone wants marijuana legalization except politicians, a new voter poll appears to say

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I wonder if politicians ever check the polls because if they did, they would find that simply saying “I support cannabis legalization” would immediately garner them a ton of support for their political campaigns. For a long time, cannabis users have been stigmatized as “second-class citizens”, “lazy wimps” who make no contribution to society. Unfortunately, […] Original post here: Everyone wants marijuana legalization except politicians, a new voter poll appears to say

Macro Monday! Stay lifted fam. 💪 Link in bio for productive strains 💪 . 📸 : @growingcann 🌱 : #bubblicious

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Macro Monday! Stay lifted fam. 💪 Link in bio for productive strains 💪 . 📸 : @growingcann 🌱 : #bubblicious Original post here: Macro Monday! Stay lifted fam. 💪 Link in bio for productive strains 💪 . 📸 : @growingcann 🌱 : #bubblicious

Outrageous and Ridiculous - Drug Smuggling Word Search - Latest Cannabis News Today

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There’s a famous saying, “Necessity is the mother of creation,” and nothing more applies to a drug smuggler. When it comes to smuggling drugs, a smuggler must use all his inner creativity. Sometimes a bold move can be so bold that it just works. When this is not the case, arrest can mean not only […] Original post here: Outrageous and Ridiculous - Drug Smuggling Word Search - Latest Cannabis News Today

How to make your weed taste better

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This article originally appeared on Cannabis.net and has been republished with permission. Sometimes cannabis just doesn’t taste good. Perhaps you don’t have access to premium produce, find it too expensive, or are trying to grow your own and still haven’t figured out how to improve the taste and aroma. Or maybe you already have delicious […] Original post here: How to make your weed taste better

4 Black Canadian Cannabis Switchers You Need To Meet

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*Plus, her advice for BIPOC entrepreneurs on space The recreational cannabis space in Canada has had its fair share of ups and downs since legalization nearly two and a half years ago. At this point, most of the brands and industry leaders we’ve come to know and love have settled in for the long haul, […] Original post here: 4 Black Canadian Cannabis Switchers You Need To Meet

NCAA Announces Milder Guidelines for Cannabis Use Among College Athletes

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By Maureen Meehan The NCAA is relaxing its guidelines on THC levels and positive marijuana tests for student-athletes, according to a statement released by the organization on Friday. The current allowable amount of THC is 35 nanograms per milliliter. Effective immediately, this will be increased to 150 nanograms per milliliter per release. Photo by Hannah […] Original post here: NCAA Announces Milder Guidelines for Cannabis Use Among College Athletes

Wellness + Cannabis: What you need to know

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As cannabis legalization progresses in the United States, there are parallel and growing efforts to organically integrate the wellness community, including areas such as fitness, yoga, meditation, Ayurvedic treatment, and acupuncture, into the evolving cannabis landscape. The Global Wellness Institute defines wellness as “a modern word with ancient roots, and it is the active pursuit […] Original post here: Wellness + Cannabis: What you need to know

Top-Secret National Security Clearance But You Still Can't Smoke Weed?

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Some wonder how an agency with the watchword “intelligence” could make such an unusual or unintelligent decision at such a crucial time. US Secret Service officials are currently locked in a wills battle with the Secret Service’s board of directors over the right to use cannabis outside of business hours. Because of the federal classification […] Original post here: Top-Secret National Security Clearance But You Still Can't Smoke Weed?

Get ready to fly! 🌤 Link in Bio for relaxing strains 🌤 . 📸 : @foxworthysonoma 🌱 : #GG4

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Get ready to fly! 🌤 Link in Bio for relaxing strains 🌤 . 📸 : @foxworthysonoma 🌱 : #GG4 Original post here: Get ready to fly! 🌤 Link in Bio for relaxing strains 🌤 . 📸 : @foxworthysonoma 🌱 : #GG4

California Bill would protect cannabis users from discrimination in the workplace

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California employers would be prohibited from discriminating against workers for using cannabis while they are away from the workplace, under a law introduced last week. The measure, AB 2188, was introduced Feb. 15 in the California Assembly by Democratic Assembly Member Bill Quirk. If enacted, AB 2188 would end drug testing discrimination for cannabis metabolites, […] Original post here: California Bill would protect cannabis users from discrimination in the workplace

Will Thailand be the next cannabis tourism hotspot?

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By Nina Zdinjak Thailand, the first Asian country to decriminalize recreational cannabis, may soon see a boom in its tourism industry. Many travel industry experts believe that like the marijuana plant, the market will thrive. After becoming the first Southeast Asian country to legalize medicinal cannabis in 2018, Thailand became the first in Asia to […] Original post here: Will Thailand be the next cannabis tourism hotspot?

How can you make your cannabis taste better and have more flavor?

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Sometimes cannabis just doesn’t taste good. Perhaps you don’t have access to premium produce, find it too expensive, or are trying to grow your own and still haven’t figured out how to improve the taste and aroma. Or maybe you already have delicious buds but want to experiment with flavor enhancement tips and tricks. No […] Original post here: How can you make your cannabis taste better and have more flavor?

Weekend warriors! What weed we smoking? . 📸 : @cannaforniadreamin637

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Weekend warriors! What weed we smoking? . 📸 : @cannaforniadreamin637 Original post here: Weekend warriors! What weed we smoking? . 📸 : @cannaforniadreamin637

Cannabis is the top job generator in America right now - here are the stats

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By Nicolas Jose Rodriguez Can you guess how many people are employed in the US cannabis industry? The numbers might surprise you. Leafly’s annual Cannabis Jobs Report, prepared in partnership with Whitney Economics, a global leader in cannabis and hemp management consulting and economic research, shows that the American cannabis industry sells nearly $25 billion […] Original post here: Cannabis is the top job generator in America right now - here are the stats

Why you should use cannabis and not ice for injuries

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This article originally appeared on Cannabis.net and has been republished with permission. Using ice or a cold compress is one of the most common first aid treatments we know of for an injury or sprain. It is usually best used right after the injury. This involves an ice pack or compress placed on the affected […] Original post here: Why you should use cannabis and not ice for injuries

"ENTRENCHED IN PURPOSE” 🌱 🌱 Leafly talked with NBA legend and cannabis founder @alharrington3 about the Cannabis Incu...

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"ENTRENCHED IN PURPOSE” 🌱 🌱 Leafly talked with NBA legend and cannabis founder @alharrington3 about the Cannabis Incubator Program at @viola. We discussed the importance of family, sustainability, and the significance of what they are doing as Black cannabis business leaders. LINK IN BIO. Original post here: "ENTRENCHED IN PURPOSE” 🌱 🌱 Leafly talked with NBA legend and cannabis founder @alharrington3 about the Cannabis Incu...

Relax Boomer! - Just being old is now a qualifying condition for medical marijuana in Hawaii

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Hawaii Senate Committee Approves Bill To Legalize Marijuana For Senior Citizens 65 And Older Hawaii intends to make medicinal cannabis legal for anyone over the age of 65. That means the only requirement for entry into the state’s medical marijuana program is being “old.” This bill passed the Hawaii Senate Committee by a 3-0 vote […] Original post here: Relax Boomer! - Just being old is now a qualifying condition for medical marijuana in Hawaii

Georgia lawmakers are considering expanding the medicinal pot program

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A bill proposed in Georgia would more than triple the number of medical cannabis licenses in the state while opening the option of cannabis oil for patients. The legislation, as the Atlanta Journal constitution put it, is an attempt to “restart the state’s stalled medical marijuana program, which is mired in ongoing disputes between companies […] Original post here: Georgia lawmakers are considering expanding the medicinal pot program

California’s over-supply isn’t going to smoke itself. Help Cali's farmers out and pack up some sweet, sweet sungrown can...

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California’s over-supply isn’t going to smoke itself. Help Cali's farmers out and pack up some sweet, sweet sungrown cannabis. 🌞 The most outstanding outdoor of 2022 at the Link in Bio. 🌞 Original post here: California’s over-supply isn’t going to smoke itself. Help Cali's farmers out and pack up some sweet, sweet sungrown can...

Maryland House advances legislation to legalize cannabis

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The legalization of adult-use cannabis in Maryland took another step forward Wednesday with the introduction of two bills in the state House of Representatives. The first measure, House Bill 837, would legalize adult possession of up to 1.5 ounces of cannabis and provide a just path to legalizing cannabis, the legislation’s sponsor said. The bill […] Original post here: Maryland House advances legislation to legalize cannabis

Why did the President of Costa Rica block the Medicinal Cannabis and Hemp Law?

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Costa Ricans will have to wait a few more months for medical cannabis reform, thanks to President Carlos Alvarado. Costa Rican President Carlos Alvarado has vetoed the passage of a bill legalizing medicinal cannabis and industrial hemp. The country’s top citizen claims that the bill’s provisions relating to consumption and personal use undermine the bill’s […] Original post here: Why did the President of Costa Rica block the Medicinal Cannabis and Hemp Law?

Best Rated Dispensaries in Worcester 2022

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These are the must-stop legal weed shops around the county of Worcester There’s no shortage of great dispensaries to visit in Massachusetts counties like Worcester, which is home to dozens of recreational and medical cannabis providers. MA residents have been enjoying medical cannabis since 2012, and adult-use cannabis since 2016. And the entire state is […] Original post here: Best Rated Dispensaries in Worcester 2022

The European Commission is taking two major steps on the CBD reform front

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Not all is doom and gloom on the cannabis front in Europe, frustrating bureaucracy, delays and the inevitable court cases notwithstanding. In fact, this week the European Commission released news on two major developments that are sure to propel the industry regionally. This applies even if further legal action is required in certain jurisdictions. With […] Original post here: The European Commission is taking two major steps on the CBD reform front

People who avoid this have a 14% lower risk of cancer

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Food affects everything we do, from our weight to how our systems function. And now, a new study shows that vegetarians are 14% less likely to get cancer than meat eaters. As reported by The Guardian, the study was carried out by researchers from Oxford University, who analyzed data from over 470,000 people from the […] Original post here: People who avoid this have a 14% lower risk of cancer

How does Biden's Supreme Court nominee stand on marijuana legalization? Here's what we found

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President Biden is expected to nominate Federal Circuit Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to fill the seat of outgoing Justice Stephen Breyer on the Supreme Court in an official announcement later this afternoon. If nominated, Jackson, 51, will enter the whirlpool of scrutiny that surrounds Supreme Court nominees in our overloaded political environment. But when […] Original post here: How does Biden's Supreme Court nominee stand on marijuana legalization? Here's what we found

9 Pros And Cons Of Weed Subscription Boxes

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This article originally appeared on Cannabis.net and has been reposted with permission. Smoking cannabis has recently become one of the most popular hobbies in many states. Like any hobby, equipment and accessories are necessary to enjoy cannabis use thoroughly. This is particularly true if one wants to smoke cannabis outdoors, at a friend’s house, or […] Original post here: 9 Pros And Cons Of Weed Subscription Boxes

Review: Chalice Farms' Fruit Chews, Edibles, Topicals

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Chalice Farms is one of a handful of publicly traded multi-state cannabis brands operating in both recreational and therapeutic categories. Consumers can find a variety of fruity toffee chews bearing the Chalice Farms logo in pharmacies throughout Nevada and California, and in Oregon, award-winning floral and boutique pharmacies have become a notable common thread in […] Original post here: Review: Chalice Farms' Fruit Chews, Edibles, Topicals

Ireland: People with chronic pain want access to medical cannabis

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By Maureen Meehan In Ireland, people with chronic pain are seeking legal access to medical cannabis, arguing that the current system is too restrictive. Ireland’s medical marijuana program has only three qualifying conditions: MS-related plasticity, chemotherapy-related nausea and treatment-resistant epilepsy. Photo by George Hodan via publicdomainpictures what about us campaign Advocates suffering from chronic pain […] Original post here: Ireland: People with chronic pain want access to medical cannabis

How cannabis is changing the face of the Israeli kibbutz movement

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Israel’s kibbutz are agricultural communities. The first kibbutz was established almost a century ago, and at the time it was considered a revolutionary idea to have a group of people living together voluntarily, all adhering to a social contract based on communal and egalitarian principles. Kibbutz operate under the premise that any revenue generated by […] Original post here: How cannabis is changing the face of the Israeli kibbutz movement

Klaus Schwab against a cannabis democracy

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Democracy as we know it is finished. Elites like Klaus Schwab tell democratic leaders how to act. The Great Reset is now an open conspiracy. Democratic states have failed to maintain public order. They failed to maintain public safety. Our infrastructure is crumbling. The monetary system is failing. Cannabis legalization, a failure. This is due […] Original post here: Klaus Schwab against a cannabis democracy

Setbacks in Germany due to delays in forward reform

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There was a great deal of excitement in Germany last September, particularly in the German cannabis industry, when the new “traffic light” coalition announced that it was finally beginning the details of a full legalization of recreational cannabis. However, as spring begins to think of its arrival, the excitement in Germany has started to fade […] Original post here: Setbacks in Germany due to delays in forward reform

Higher Profile: Doug Fine, hemp farmer and goatherd

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Doug Fine wants to save the planet by teaching people to live a regenerative and sustainable lifestyle. A lofty goal for a hemp farmer and solar-powered goatherd, but Fine remains. That’s the thing about saving the planet, it takes persistence. It takes evangelization in the biblical sense, from our mouths to their ears. They may […] Original post here: Higher Profile: Doug Fine, hemp farmer and goatherd

How evidence is shaping the conversation about cannabis and justice

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Evidence – a cannabis brand founded by siblings Dan, Casey and Kelly Dalton – is unique in its operation from an old prison in Coalinga, California and focuses on bringing justice in interesting ways. Through its partnership with the nonprofit Last Prisoner Project (LPP), the company is working to address the transgressions of the war […] Original post here: How evidence is shaping the conversation about cannabis and justice

Should the trade association cover medical marijuana? Feds weigh the growing problem

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By Jelena Martinovic The number of states legalizing medical marijuana is approaching 40, with legal recreational cannabis also becoming more prevalent. Still, the issue of medical marijuana compensation for injured employees is being approached from multiple quarters, similar to the patchwork quilt of cannabis regulations in the United States. The biggest setback in cases of […] Original post here: Should the trade association cover medical marijuana? Feds weigh the growing problem

The argument for allowing the police to use cannabis

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This article originally appeared on Cannabis.net and has been republished with permission. I recently heard two stories about the police and drugs. The first is about a MET police commander who wrote a drug-fighting strategy that used cannabis, LSD, and magic mushrooms. He now faces “dismissal” for his misconduct. The second story follows a Texas […] Original post here: The argument for allowing the police to use cannabis

Today's global marijuana industry headlines

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Global cannabis sales are expected to reach $105 billion by 2026 A new report titled The Global Cannabis Report: Second Edition has revealed promising statistics on what experts are predicting for the cannabis industry post-pandemic. The report states that the cannabis industry was able to bounce back in 2021 after the outbreak of the pandemic […] Original post here: Today's global marijuana industry headlines

Dip Devices Lunar Review: Everything to know

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Dip Devices specialize in portable vaporizers that combine the potency of modern dab rigs with the no-fuss ease of a vape pen. The Denver-based company is best known for its dippers, contemporary interpretations of old-school dab straws, and its commitment to philanthropy – each product donates 1% of its sales to another non-profit organization. Dip […] Original post here: Dip Devices Lunar Review: Everything to know

How myrcene affects THC potency and toxins

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Less discussed in relation to myrcene is its ability to prevent the metabolism of certain drugs by inhibiting an enzyme. As a bonus, toxins become less potent, preventing side effects from the terpene itself. However, myrcene is said to affect THC potency in more ways than one. In the couch with myrcene Terpenes are a […] Original post here: How myrcene affects THC potency and toxins

The South African state of Gauteng is building the country's first cannabis hub

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With all the delays and excuses being heard on the cannabis reform frontline almost everywhere else these days, one region of the world has the problem in the fast lane. South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has just declared in his recent State of the Union address that the country will finally move forward to regulate […] Original post here: The South African state of Gauteng is building the country's first cannabis hub

Cannacurio Podcast Episode 41 with Chris Cohen of Square Grouper 360

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Square Grouper 360 President Chris Cohen is a strategiest for large mainstream media companies helping them streamline advertising sales for the cannabis and hemp industries. Recently, Chris joined Ed Keating to talk about his work with MNI Targeted Media and how he uses the Cannabiz Media database to support their sales and business development initiatives. Press […] Original post here: Cannacurio Podcast Episode 41 with Chris Cohen of Square Grouper 360

High on hemp? Not quite

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The endless restrictions imposed by the 2018 Farm Bill have limited the growth of the industrial hemp sector. This shows a glaring need for change, which is where the Hemp Advancement Act of 2022 comes into play. This measure will remove major limitations in the Farm Bill that have made it highly unlikely to thrive. […] Original post here: High on hemp? Not quite

New law would raise THC limit in hemp to 1%

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This article originally appeared on Cannabis.net and has been republished with permission. The endless restrictions imposed by the 2018 Farm Bill have limited the growth of the industrial hemp sector. This shows a glaring need for change, which is where the Hemp Advancement Act of 2022 comes into play. This measure will remove major limitations […] Original post here: New law would raise THC limit in hemp to 1%

Cannabis is good for you, here are 7 reasons why you should try it!

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Cannabis is a popular but often misunderstood herb that has become more accepted and legalized in various states across the United States in recent years. Outside of the US, cannabis has been legalized for medicinal use in many countries, while personal use laws are still under review. Uruguay is one of the countries, along with […] Original post here: Cannabis is good for you, here are 7 reasons why you should try it!

Der Freedom Convoy Protest: Ein eindeutiger Bericht aus der Cannabis-Perspektive - Neueste Cannabis-Nachrichten heute

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Anfang Januar 2022 wusste jeder, dass die Omicron-Variante nicht so tödlich ist. Der ursprüngliche Stamm hatte eine Überlebensrate von 99 % für Menschen unter 60 Jahren. Trotz der Panikmache in den Medien waren die Daten aus Südafrika ziemlich eindeutig. Das Coronavirus will überleben und sich weiterentwickeln, und das kann es nicht, wenn es jeden Wirt […] Original post here: Der Freedom Convoy Protest: Ein eindeutiger Bericht aus der Cannabis-Perspektive - Neueste Cannabis-Nachrichten heute

Stories from memory Thanks

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Currency is simply the medium of exchange for goods and services. This means that anything can be currency if enough people value “something”. Something like cannabis, for example, could easily be used as a means of payment with a market value in fiat currency. In other words, you know how much a gram of cannabis […] Original post here: Stories from memory Thanks

Oregon lawmakers are taking over the state's illegal pot operations

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Two proposals in the Oregon Legislature would target the illegal cannabis operations worrying law enforcement and local governments in the southern part of the state. Both the Senate and House of Representatives recently passed legislation that, according to Oregon’s Capital Press, “would increase scrutiny of legal cannabis licenses and water shipments.” Oregon voters passed a […] Original post here: Oregon lawmakers are taking over the state's illegal pot operations

Drug incarceration rates are falling, but police continue to make arrests

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Despite the ongoing decriminalization of cannabis, drug arrests continue as steady as they have always been. A Pew analysis shows a deep dive into these trends, capturing data from 2009 through 2019. The study found that while incarceration rates were declining, there were still high rates of drug arrests over the years. Pew shared some […] Original post here: Drug incarceration rates are falling, but police continue to make arrests

International cannabis markets to watch in 2022

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Be the first to know when new content like this is available! Subscribe to our newsletter to receive notifications of new posts, local news and industry insights. Thanks! Your submission has been received! Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form. In 2019, the legal medicinal cannabis industry was limited to 50 countries and only […] Original post here: International cannabis markets to watch in 2022