According to The 2022 Leafly Jobs Report, the cannabis industry has created an average of 280 new jobs per day. That means new opportunities for growers, budtenders, sales reps, and everyone in between.  Even the most experienced cannabis enthusiasts can get intimidated when figuring out what you need to know for a career in cannabis. […] Original post here: Best Cannabis Colleges | Cannabis Degrees, Courses, & Certifications

Hey there, weed lovers! Come hang with Leafly and ESPN NY at the Michael Kay Show Beach Bash this Friday, July 1st. Event is from 1-7pm at Bar A. . CC: @987fm_espnnewyork , @tmksespn, @rosenbergradio Original post here: Hey there, weed lovers! Come hang with Leafly and ESPN NY at the Michael Kay Show Beach Bash this Friday, July 1st. Even...

Leafly editors and contributors select products based on personal experience, consumer feedback, and overall quality. Sometimes we take samples to inform our coverage but do not receive a commission from the resulting sales. Choosing the best vaporizer can sometimes feel like wading through an ocean. There are multiple variants, prices, and features, but unless you’re […] Original post here: To-Go Tokens: The Best Portable Vapes for Flower and Extract

Through Nina Zdinjak The House Appropriations Committee recently passed a bill with a provision that would prevent the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from penalizing broadcasters for advertising cannabis products in states with legal marijuana markets, the Media Post reported. Right now, most TV and radio stations in states where cannabis is legal don’t accept ads […] Original post here: Cannabis ads could soon be on TV and radio — here's why

Presented By June 30, 2022 Well, Stargazers … what a month June was. If your heart feels heavy about the state of everything, just know you are with millions of like-minded folks who are ready to fight for a new and better world. The stars and astrology teach us that joy and hope are radical […] Original post here: Star signs and cannabis strains: July 2022 horoscopes

The House Appropriations Committee on Tuesday approved an amendment that would protect companies and individuals participating in recreational cannabis programs that are legal under state law from interference and prosecution by the federal government. The amendment, which adds a budget tab to the Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Entities Appropriations Act of 2023, was approved […] Original post here: House of Representatives panel approves amendment to protect state legal cannabis programs

The Drop is Danté Jordan’s column that rounds up all the must-have strains from brands that ignite superfires. This month’s column covers upcoming releases from Wizard Trees x Deep East, Fig Farms, Winners Circle Genetics and more. You know the game. A new month and a fresh list of strains worth your time, money, and […] Original post here: 5 strains will be in pharmacies in July 2022

Canada established a formal medicinal cannabis program in late 2013. Health Canada eventually ordered testing after incidents involving banned pesticides. Despite this, an incident occurred in 2016 in which unauthorized sprays were used on cannabis produced by Organigram. Several patients reported illnesses after using OGI’s tainted product. This led to a class action lawsuit against […] Original post here: Organigram settles class action lawsuit alleging pesticide poisoning

City lawmakers in Washington, DC, on Tuesday passed an emergency regulation designed to ease access to the nation’s capital’s medical cannabis program by allowing all adults to “self-certify” their eligibility to use medical marijuana. Under the proposal, adults aged 21 and over would no longer need to provide a medical cannabis use recommendation from a […] Original post here: New policy in Washington, DC allows adults to "self-certify" medicinal cannabis

Two new Omicron variants are currently leading infections in the US, and one of them is being dubbed “the worst version of the virus” scientists have seen. The new variants are Omicron BA.4 and BA.5, with the latter putting scientists on high alert due to its ability to evade immunity. Photo by Emmanuel Ikwuegbu via […] Original post here: Why the new Omicron variant is "the worst" version of the virus

Many in the cannabis industry saw the SAFE Banking Act as a salvation to the cannabis industry’s financial woes. The law was intended to change the scope of the industry’s financial constraints and burdens. However, due to changes and movements in the Senate, it was removed from the COMPETES Act thanks to Republican senators. Read […] Original post here: Federal cannabis legalization continues to slide

Is it legal to use cannabis while camping in Canada? Parks Canada allows cannabis on private property but not in public areas. Campgrounds in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta are mostly weed friendly. Keep amounts under 30 grams (unless you have a Therapeutic Use Exemption). Smoking in the wrong areas can result in hefty fines. […] Original post here: Camping with grass? 4 things you need to know

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Nicotine is widely recognized as one of the most addictive substances on the planet, and it is certainly the most addictive legal drug in America. According to that CDC, tobacco causes about one in five deaths in America. Although there have been some positive results from anti-smoking campaigns that have helped reduce the number of […] Original post here: Can Cannabis Help You Quit Smoking?

It was the summer of 2018. I met Melissa through a queer dating account on Instagram that channeled the vibe of serious personals of the late ’80s. It has since evolved into an app called Lex, but back then you could submit a blurb about yourself and what you were looking for. It would be […] Original post here: The best strain to fall in love with

The first-ever cannabis tournament to be officially sanctioned by the State of California announced its first lineup of winners ahead of this year’s celebrations at the California State Fair. The California State Fair Cannabis Awards on June 23rd announced the best strains and breeders in California with a full list of award winners. Over 300 […] Original post here: California State Fair announces Cannabis Awards winners in first-ever competition

Inflammation, fatigue, chronic pain, anxiety, mental disorders, seizures, high blood pressure, and treating certain disease symptoms are some of the reasons medicinal cannabis is being used as an alternative treatment. Out of all of these, researchers and data analysts have found that chronic pain is the most common condition reported by patients for medical cannabis […] Original post here: Medical cannabis registration is skyrocketing, is it chronic pain or avoiding paying taxes on cannabis products?

Fact: Americans enjoy more weed freedom and variety than any people in the history of the earth. Our global competitors? Crazy about the pot. A $25 billion legal industry, ganja is the country’s fifth-largest revenue stream, with 19 legalizing states and more on the way. The Californian market alone offers an unbelievable 39,000 product types. […] Original post here: Works of Fire: The Best Weed Strains of July 4th 2022

Study shows cannabis users perform better on driving tests Some prohibitionists argue that legalizing cannabis will make society more dangerous because more people will drive stoned. However, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, about 32 people die every day in the United States alone from drunk driving alone. It’s a well-known fact that […] Original post here: The more weed you smoke, the better a driver you become? New study looks at driving skills of regular cannabis users

A study funded by the Dutch Ministry of Defense analyzed endocannabinoid levels in veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder. ECS tone was neutral in participants and THC conversely contributed to anxiety, a symptom of PTSD, in resting veterans. However, only relaxed participants were tested in the study. No veteran was under stress during the study. And […] Original post here: Why THC Causes Anxiety in Veterans With PTSD

Musician and singer Dre Island from Kingston, Jamaica has written love songs for cannabis and they can all be heard on his latest album High Times. Dre has been moved by music since childhood and his talents speak through his unique sound, partially aided by cannabis. “For me, cannabis was a part of all of […] Original post here: 3 Cannabis Products Musician Dre Island Can't Live Without

Todd W. Welch, Chief Operations Officer and founder of Viridis, emailed on June 17th with a statement of the company’s values ​​and the latest information that has come to light regarding the CRA. “These allegations by the CRA against Viridis date back to last August and remain unfounded, unfounded and utterly devoid of science, facts […] Original post here: Viridis Laboratories continues to fight to keep cannabis users safe in Michigan

Hey, Oregon… it’s time to stock up. Starting this Friday, July 1, all Oregon businesses — including gas stations and grocery stores — will be banned from selling any “man-made cannabinoids.” That means not only strong hitters like delta-8 and THC-O, but also non-psychoactive compounds like cannabinol (CBN). Though a dozen states have moved to […] Original post here: PSA: Oregon will ban all Delta-8 THC products this Friday

Through Andrew Ward Depending on how you perceive the past few months, Texas could be headed for a little liberal reform, or the conservatives could double their dominance. Ranging from gun tragedies to court decisions to special elections, the past few months highlight a busy and somewhat hazy Texas political landscape heading into November. Photo […] Original post here: How will cannabis legalization feed into an uncertain Texas election cycle?

Data is changing the cannabis industry, and as a result, new technology companies are springing up in the cannabis space. Additionally, traditional non-cannabis companies are expanding their brands into the industry. Today, databases, predictive analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning are having far-reaching implications for cannabis companies, investors, regulators, and consumers. Through advanced data collection, […] Original post here: The Impact of Big Data and Technology on the Marijuana Industry

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Sponsored The Cultivar Collection empowers master growers to create truly artisanal strains. Crafts are a rare resource with no substitute. This is doubly true in the cannabis industry, where decades of and still ongoing prohibition unjustly imprison many master cultivators for plying their trade. When it comes to weed, experience and practical knowledge are worth […] Original post here: Craft strains for the cannabis connoisseur

How cannabinoid compounds and full-spectrum products can provide a therapeutic benefit You may have noticed the term “full spectrum” that gets thrown around a lot in the CBD/cannabidiol industry. So what does it mean? How can using a combination of different compounds maximize your benefits? That’s exactly what we want to find out! It’s important […] Original post here: The magic of the entourage effect

A new study reframes the way scientists think about dyslexia. Researchers found that people with this particular learning disorder might have an advantage compared to people without it, as they have better decision-making skills, spatial awareness, and more. The study, published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology, revisits the way developmental dyslexia has been viewed […] Original post here: Research shows that dyslexia has a surprising benefit

Walk over, SURE there’s a new cannabis bank bill in town. On June 23, U.S. Representatives Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) and Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) introduced the Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses (CLIMB) Act. If signed into law, the law would allow cannabis businesses access to a wide range of banking services, from […] Original post here: Meet the CLIMB Act, a new bipartisan cannabis banking law

The US government intends to reduce nicotine levels in commercial tobacco. The Biden administration claims it is for public health and safety, but the unintended consequences of such a decision are obvious. Canada has a similar cap on how much THC you can put in an edible cannabis product. This policy provides insight into the […] Original post here: US government to reduce nicotine levels

The US Food and Drug Administration has banned the sale of Juul products. Although this decision has nothing to do with marijuana vapes and products, some experts predict it could have implications for the industry down the road. The FDA ban affects Juuls exclusively, but it shows the organization’s intent to keep an eye on […] Original post here: Will the Juul Ban Affect the Marijuana Vape Market?

Wenn Sie Esswaren lieben, dann werden Sie definitiv ein ganzes mehrgängiges Menü lieben, das sich um sie dreht. Mit Cannabis angereicherte Lebensmittel und Abendessen sind eine der coolsten Möglichkeiten, Ihre Beziehung zur Pflanze zu entwickeln, und sie sind auch eine hervorragende Möglichkeit, Ihre Marke zu fördern und Ihr Netzwerk auszubauen. Es gibt viele Köche da […] Original post here: 5 Cannabis-Köche, die die Infundierte-Food-Szene verändern

Medical marijuana is used extensively to treat numerous diseases that cause disabling in patients. Some of these conditions include chronic pain, arthritis, cancer, nerve pain, back pain, Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s and many more. But while marijuana manufacturers and the laws have forced companies to design packaging that is child-resistant and not handicapped accessible. Additionally, seniors […] Original post here: What every cannabis company should know about accessible products and services

A few years ago some friends and I shared a joint by the fire. Fifteen minutes later most of us were super chilled and chilled. However, one of us became paranoid, refused to speak and hid in a dark room, and another (who admittedly smoked a lot more than her fair share) reported seeing gremlins […] Original post here: Is Cannabis a Stimulant, Sedative or Hallucinogen?

Officials in Maryland can stop and question a person who smells of cannabis, a court ruled last week. In a split decision, the state Court of Appeals said, “The aroma of the drug gives police ‘reasonable suspicion’ that the person may have 10 grams or more, allowing officers to conduct a brief ‘investigation stop,'” the […] Original post here: Maryland court: Police officers can stop and question someone who smells of marijuana

Through Jelena Martinovic House lawmakers approved two amendments to a critical defense spending bill that will address marijuana-related issues in the US military. The House Armed Services Committee passed both measures for voting during a National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) award. Photo by Bumblee_Dee/Getty Images Panel Reviewing Marijuana Penalties for Soldiers The first proposal, sponsored […] Original post here: Marijuana & Military Troops: House lawmakers approve two cannabis-related measures

Heat records are becoming the norm these days. Much of the US has already experienced multiple heat waves, and summer has only just begun. When the weather gets stiflingly hot there isn’t much you can do to improve the situation other than stay hydrated and if you use cannabis you may get high and hope […] Original post here: Heatwaves and Weed: 5 Ways Summer Heat Can Affect Your High

Cannabidiol (CBD) is often discussed in the media as a post-workout drink or morning coffee enhancer. There are even CBD-infused creams, lotions, and garments on the market. So what exactly is CBD medicine? What’s so appealing about that? CBD either comes from the hemp plant or is made in a lab as a component of […] Original post here: What the top medical studies on CBD are telling us right now

Questions are surfacing after Michigan regulators last month filed formal complaints against one of the state’s top cannabis testing labs. Cannabis testing above 28% THC and at times above 40% is subject to automated testing, and regulators say the lab results are wrong. In May, the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) filed formal complaints against […] Original post here: Michigan officials are questioning the weed lab's high-THC findings

Meningitis is a disease characterized by inflammation that occurs within the protective membranes of the brain. It’s caused by a viral or bacterial infection of the fluid around the brain and spinal cord, which causes swelling. Other possible causes of meningitis include medications, injuries, various infections, and cancer. Due to the many possible causes of […] Original post here: Does medicinal cannabis work for meningitis?

Successful stoner growing-up is an art form. With practice, anyone can master the key techniques. Here are some helpful hacks for common cannabis puzzles. Then nurture that inner child with a word search! Cleaning blots your clothes You pick up a blob with a freshly used tool. In a split second, it melts and falls […] Original post here: Successful Stoner Adulting Wordsearch - Cannabis News, Lifestyle

Through Maureen Meihan Major League Baseball has officially approved CBD sponsorship for team jersey patches and more, according to Sports Business Journal. Although CBD sponsorships can only be sold if the company is certified by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF). This means that the company’s CBD products cannot contain psychoactive levels of THC, which goes […] Original post here: Major League Baseball Says Yes to CBD Sponsorships: What's Taken So Long?

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New Jersey is making headlines with its policy of prioritizing those with prior cannabis convictions when it comes to legally working in the industry. While putting social justice first and giving people of color and those affected by the War on Drugs a chance to get into the industry is nothing new, this state goes […] Original post here: New Jersey Gives Priority to Convicted Offenders in Licensing

What if we treated cannabis protests like the Freedom Convoy? It’s not out of the realm of possibility. Canada legalized recreational cannabis in 2018. Despite enormous problems with the regime, most people seem content with their irradiated, legal corporate weed. But what if Canada hadn’t legalized it? What if Justin’s Liberals broke that promise shortly […] Original post here: What if we treated cannabis protests like the Freedom Convoy? - Cannabis News, Lifestyle

To celebrate 166 years, the annual California State Fair has finally got on the weed train. Joining the established roster of olive oil, beer, wine and cheese competitions is the inaugural California State Fair Cannabis Awards. The Best of California winners earn a Golden Bear from the Golden State. (Courtesy of CA State Fair) A […] Original post here: The inaugural winners of the California State Fair Cannabis Awards

International drug treaties: do they mean anything? A combination of three distinct but complementary United Nations treaties provide the framework for international law relating to the global drug control regime. These contracts are; the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, 1961, as amended by the 1972 Protocol the Psychotropic Substances Convention, 1971, and the Convention against […] Original post here: International drug treaties banning marijuana

Through Jelena Martinovic Cannabis has never been more accessible. With its popularity skyrocketing, many professional athletes have spoken openly about their use of marijuana. Megan Rapinoe, Olympic gold medalist, two-time women’s soccer world champion and 2019 FIFA World Player of the Year, previously told Benzinga that she had ventured into cannabis in search of a […] Original post here: US Congress pushes for marijuana protections for athletes in new spending bills

Cannabinoid and nicotine products are different from each other – from “growing” to their pharmaceutical effects. However, certain governments have regulated both hand in hand. Think of the agencies’ general overbearing sense of duty. Will the FDA’s recent ban on Juul products hint at future vape laws regarding minor cannabinoids like delta-8-THC? New illegal vape […] Original post here: Future of Delta 8 THC Vape Laws Post Juul Ban