HUB International Announces New Cannabis Specialty Leader

By |2021-05-28T18:15:05+01:0028 May 2021|

HUB International, a leading insurance brokerage serving the cannabis industry, just announced today their new U.S. cannabis specialty leader. Bradley Rutt, senior vice president at HUB and Cannabis Industry Journal contributor, will now take the lead on cannabis insurance for the brokerage. Bradley Rutt, senior vice [...]

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Challenges with Process Scale Up in Cannabis/Hemp Extraction

By |2021-05-28T18:15:04+01:0028 May 2021|

What makes scaling up your process so difficult? There are many factors that can lead to the challenges people face when scaling up their processes. These challenges are not unique to the cannabis/hemp industry, but they are exacerbated by the consequences generated from decades of Reefer [...]

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The Importance of Smart Cannabis Packaging

By |2021-05-27T15:11:19+01:0027 May 2021|

Regardless of their size, all consumer package brands spend a significant amount of money and resources on packaging to attract consumers’ attention. We are all very visually oriented and gravitate to items that pique our interests. Cannabis brands are no exception when it comes to branding [...]

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Bio-Rad Aspergillus PCR Test Gets AOAC Approval

By |2021-05-27T15:11:13+01:0027 May 2021|

According to a press release published earlier this month, the Bio-Rad iQ-Check Aspergilllus Real-Time PCR Detection Kit has received AOAC International approval. The test covers detection for four different Aspergillus species: A. flavus, A. fumigatus, A. niger, and A. terreus. The detection kit covers those Aspergillus species [...]

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Growing the Seed of Sale: Integrating Security with Business Opportunity

By |2021-05-27T15:11:06+01:0027 May 2021|

Anyone in the cannabis industry is well aware that theft of crops can economically devastate a grower. Security is critical, and thankfully, growers and dispensaries have many tools available to protect their investment. There is simply no excuse for not having a solid security posture to [...]

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You’ve heard about delta-8. Now, meet delta-10.

By |2021-05-27T15:10:51+01:0027 May 2021|

You've heard the hype on delta-8 THC, but the hemp-derived goodness doesn't stop there. Delta-10 THC is said to offer a clear, cerebral head high. The post You’ve heard about delta-8. Now, meet delta-10. appeared first on Leafly.

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Medicinal Genomics Hires Sherman Hom as New Director of Regulatory Affairs

By |2021-05-22T11:44:14+01:0022 May 2021|

According to a press release published last week, Medicinal Genomics has hired Sherman Hom, Ph.D. to be their first director of regulatory affairs. Dr. Hom is coming from a position at New Jersey’s Division of Public Health and Environmental Laboratories (PHEL) where he was the leading [...]

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Support Grows for Federal Cannabis Legislation with the SAFE and CLAIM Acts

By |2021-05-22T11:44:13+01:0022 May 2021|

Things are about to change for cannabis and cannabis-related businesses, as landmark legislation to reform federal cannabis banking and insurance laws is just around the corner with the SAFE and CLAIM Acts now making their way through Congress. The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act, [...]

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Defining Hemp: Classifications, Policies & Markets, Part 2

By |2021-05-22T11:44:13+01:0022 May 2021|

In Part 1 of this series we answered the question: What is “hemp”; and addressed some of the consequences of defining “hemp” as a thing. In Part 2, I will explore this topic in more detail and provide some commonsense definitions for several traditional hemp products [...]

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Defining Hemp: Classifications, Policies & Markets, Part 2

Flower-Side Chats Part 4: A Q&A with Adrian Sedlin, CEO & Founder of Canndescent

By |2021-05-22T11:44:12+01:0022 May 2021|

Flower continues to be the dominant product category in US cannabis sales. In this “Flower-Side Chats” series of articles Green interviews integrated cannabis companies and flower brands that are bringing unique business models to the industry. Particular attention is focused on how these businesses navigate a [...]

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Flower-Side Chats Part 4: A Q&A with Adrian Sedlin, CEO & Founder of Canndescent

CBD Blending, Transportation & Supply – How Sustainable Manufacturing Can Improve Your Cost-Efficiency at all Stages

By |2021-05-22T11:43:54+01:0022 May 2021|

Environmentally conscious manufacturing has never been more important; for the survival of both the planet and your business. The internet makes CBD product comparisons quick and efficient, so consumers can interrogate every aspect of your product and processes before deciding to make a purchase. Sustainability credentials [...]

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CBD Blending, Transportation & Supply – How Sustainable Manufacturing Can Improve Your Cost-Efficiency at all Stages

Flower-Side Chats Part 5: A Q&A with Bob Fireman, CEO of MariMed, Inc.

By |2021-05-22T11:43:48+01:0022 May 2021|

In this “Flower-Side Chats” series of articles, Green interviews integrated cannabis companies and flower brands that are bringing unique business models to the industry. Particular attention is focused on how these businesses integrate innovative practices in order to navigate a rapidly changing landscape of regulatory, supply [...]

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Flower-Side Chats Part 5: A Q&A with Bob Fireman, CEO of MariMed, Inc.

How Private-Sector-Led Information Sharing Can Transform Cybersecurity in the Cannabis Industry.

By |2021-05-22T11:43:47+01:0022 May 2021|

The cannabis industry’s advancement towards legalization continues to dominate national headlines, from the stance of incoming Attorney General Merrick Garland to deprioritize enforcement of low-level cannabis crimes, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s continued advocacy, to the recent passing of legislation in New York, New Mexico and [...]

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Defining Hemp: Classifications, Policies & Markets, Part 1

By |2021-05-22T11:43:46+01:0022 May 2021|

What is “hemp”? The word “hemp” has many meanings. Historically the term has been used as the common name for the Cannabis sativa L. plant. Just like other plants, the cannabis plant has two names, a common name, hemp, and a scientific name, Cannabis sativa L. [...]

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Defining Hemp: Classifications, Policies & Markets, Part 1

How to Build a Brand that Lasts After Federal Decriminalization

By |2021-05-22T11:43:46+01:0022 May 2021|

Despite President Biden’s reticence in tackling cannabis reform, Senate Democrats led by Chuck Schumer of New York have insisted that they intend to move forward with descheduling and decriminalizing cannabis with or without the President. This begs the question, what could brands across the legal cannabis [...]

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Do niacin, vinegar, or cranberry cleanse your system of weed?

By |2021-05-22T10:55:21+01:0022 May 2021|

Many of the old home remedies to cleanse your system of weed are ineffective at best and dangerous at worst. PassYourTest.com provides a guarantee on trusted solutions so you can be confident your detox will work. The post Do niacin, vinegar, or cranberry cleanse your system [...]

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Mississippi meltdown: High court destroys state initiative system to stop medical marijuana

By |2021-05-21T13:54:26+01:0021 May 2021|

74% of Mississippi voters approved medical marijuana legalization. The state's Supreme Court was aghast—and burned down the house to prevent the new law from taking effect. The post Mississippi meltdown: High court destroys state initiative system to stop medical marijuana appeared first on Leafly.

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How Wana Quick Gummies could make the good times come faster

By |2021-05-21T13:54:25+01:0021 May 2021|

Nanotechnology means a different kind of edible. Wana Quick Gummies are not only delicious, the may also produce a faster onset of effects. The post How Wana Quick Gummies could make the good times come faster appeared first on Leafly.

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