Craft Beer & Cannabis: Oskar Blues Founder Joins Veritas Fine Cannabis

By |2021-08-19T02:40:40+01:0019 August 2021|

In 2002, Dale Katechis revolutionized craft beer. A seemingly simple packaging decision, putting craft beer in a can, sparked an international movement and put craft beer on the map. Before the craft beer market really gained steam, consumers associated good beer with glass bottles and larger [...]

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Craft Beer & Cannabis: Oskar Blues Founder Joins Veritas Fine Cannabis

Flower-Side Chats Part 8: A Q&A with Andreas “Dre” Neumann, Chief Creative Director of Jushi Holdings Inc.

By |2021-08-19T02:40:37+01:0019 August 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 to navigate a rapidly changing landscape of regulations, supply chain and [...]

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Flower-Side Chats Part 8: A Q&A with Andreas “Dre” Neumann, Chief Creative Director of Jushi Holdings Inc.

Climate change: Could hemp help to reduce environmental damage?

By |2021-08-17T16:07:35+01:0017 August 2021|

The recent IPCC report on climate change revealed the shocking state of the environment with a code red warning. As this shows no sign of slowing down, we ask if hemp could provide a code green solution. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report didn’t [...]

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Treatment-resistant stuttering: could cannabis help patients?

By |2021-08-17T16:07:07+01:0017 August 2021|

A case study from Poland on cannabis use by a patient with treatment-resistant stuttering showed potential sustained improvements in speech fluency. Researchers affiliated with the Medical University of Warsaw in Poland and The Hannover Medical School in Germany have published the report in the journal Cannabis [...]

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Beyonce and CBD: “I’ve experienced its benefits for soreness and inflammation”

By |2021-08-14T14:34:09+01:0014 August 2021|

Megastar Beyonce has revealed how CBD has helped her with “restlessness” and “inflammation” whilst on tour. In an interview with fashion magazine Harper’s Bazaar, Beyonce Knowles revealed she discovered CBD on her last music tour, saying it helps her with restlessness and soreness. Not only has [...]

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Cannabis giant named as official partner of Professional Fighters League

By |2021-08-14T14:33:13+01:0014 August 2021|

One of America’s largest cannabis companies has been made the official CBD partner of The Professional Fighters League (PFL) and the PFL Athlete Wellness and Performance Program. The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced an agreement with Columbia Care, one of the largest cultivators, manufacturers and [...]

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How medical cannabis can help relieve symptoms of migraine

By |2021-08-12T13:15:04+01:0012 August 2021|

Experts at Integro Clinics explain how cannabis medicines can help alleviate and manage the excruciating pain of migraine. Migraine can be a devastating and utterly miserable condition that can have a profound effect upon the patient’s quality of life, but medical cannabis can offer an effective, [...]

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Working 9 to 5: US study reveals 15% of remote workers used cannabis on the job

By |2021-08-12T13:14:28+01:0012 August 2021|

Employees said it reduced stress and boosted productivity A US study has revealed that 15 percent of remote workers used cannabis at work during the pandemic. According to the findings, from online cannabis resource, American Marijuana, workers said it reduced stress and boosted productivity. It may [...]

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Cumbria’s first CBD cafe opens its doors

By |2021-08-12T13:14:00+01:0012 August 2021|

A new CBD café has opened in Cumbria in the hope of tackling misconceptions about the cannabinoid. The county has welcomed its first ever CBD cafe, which aims to educate the public about CBD, while serving up coffee and cakes. After Covid-19 hindered their plans, West [...]

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Campaigner responds to Irish doctors proposal to shun MCAP

By |2021-08-12T13:13:29+01:0012 August 2021|

High profile campaigner Vera Twomey has responded to neurologists who expressed concern over products likely to be offered through the Medical Cannabis Access Programme. Doctors treating patients with epilepsy appear to be planning to shun the Irish Government’s Medical Cannabis Access Programme (MCAP). Several neurologists and [...]

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Medical cannabis and managing symptoms of endometriosis

By |2021-08-08T11:52:58+01:008 August 2021|

An Australian survey of women with endometriosis stated that 13 percent use cannabis to manage their symptoms, pharmacist Dr Stacia Woodcock discusses the findings. Endometriosis occurs when the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) grows outside of the uterine cavity in other areas of the body, [...]

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Jersey launches landmark cannabis advisory board

By |2021-08-08T11:52:40+01:008 August 2021|

A new cannabis trade organisation will help shape the next phase of the regulated cannabis sector on the British Isles. In a landmark development for the cannabis industry the Cannabis Services Advisory Board, has been established in Jersey to act as an official conduit between industry [...]

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Product Earth offers patients chance to test their own medical cannabis

By |2021-08-08T11:52:28+01:008 August 2021|

Patients attending Product Earth this summer will have the opportunity to test their own medical cannabis at the major UK hemp and CBD event. The UK’s largest CBD and hemp expo will take place in the West Midlands from 20-22 August to highlight the vast potential [...]

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€1.4 million for research into medical cannabis and epilepsy

By |2021-08-08T11:52:15+01:008 August 2021|

The Dutch Government has pledged €1.4 million for research into medical cannabis in children with treatment-resistant epilepsy.  The research will explore whether medical cannabis reduces the frequency and/or severity of epileptic seizures in children.  This is the second grant for medical cannabis research to be made [...]

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CBD has positive effect on quality of life, say consumers

By |2021-08-08T11:51:51+01:008 August 2021|

A first-of-its-kind report reveals that the majority of consumers believe CBD to have a positive effect on their quality of life, among other emerging trends. New Frontier Data, an analytics firm specialising in the global cannabis industry has released a new report examining cannabis regulations in [...]

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Former NFL player launches CBD made from orange peel

By |2021-08-08T11:51:29+01:008 August 2021|

Former NFL player Chris Hetherington has founded his own CBD – and it’s made from orange peel. New wellness brand Peels, which officially launched on 3 August, was founded by 11-year NFL veteran and seasoned CEO Chris Hetherington. Peels’ claims its molecularly identical CBD acts in [...]

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Sexually diverse teens more likely to use cannabis for depression

By |2021-08-04T11:20:23+01:004 August 2021|

Young people who identify as lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) are more likely to self-medicate with cannabis to cope with depression, according to a new study. The study, from Université de Montréal, offers some answers.analysed data collected from 1,548 adolescent boys and girls – including 128 [...]

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Canabidol launches UK’s first clinically tested CBD dermal patch

By |2021-08-04T11:19:56+01:004 August 2021|

The flagship CBD supplement brand of British Cannabis, has moved into exciting new CBD product format territory, with the release of Canabidol CBD Dermal Patches. As part of a continuous programme of research and innovation at British Cannabis, the company has now launched its CBD Dermal [...]

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An easy recipe for a nutrient-rich hemp bread

By |2021-08-04T11:19:36+01:004 August 2021|

A quick and easy nutrient-rich bread made with hemp, taken from the recently published collection of recipes, Cooking with Hemp. It’s no secret that hemp is full of nutrients.  Its seeds are second only to the soybean for plant-based protein sources, while also being a source [...]

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UK to trial cannabis-based drug in treatment of brain tumours

By |2021-08-04T11:19:20+01:004 August 2021|

In a world-first, a UK trial will test if a cannabis-based mouth spray can be used to treat aggressive brain tumours. A major trial of cannabis-based drug Sativex in treating the most aggressive form of brain tumour is set to launch at 15 NHS hospitals around [...]

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New data on opioid-related A&E visits debunks cannabis “gateway drug” theory

By |2021-08-04T11:19:04+01:004 August 2021|

Cannabis legalisation leads to a temporary decline in opioid-related emergency visits, indicating it is not serving as a “gateway” drug, says a new study. A new study has found that states which legalise recreational cannabis experience a short-term decline in opioid-related emergency department visits. This was [...]

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New data on opioid-related A&E visits debunks cannabis “gateway drug” theory

Cancard launches UK’s largest medical cannabis patient survey

By |2021-08-03T13:38:39+01:003 August 2021|

The UK’s largest survey of medical cannabis consumers aims to give patients a voice in the campaign for policy reform. Europe’s largest patient union group Cancard, has now launched its first survey of medical cannabis patients in the UK. The study will take a ‘deep dive’ into [...]

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Cannabis offers new hope to those with chronic back pain

By |2021-08-03T13:40:08+01:003 August 2021|

Medical cannabis is offering new hope to those living with chronic back and spinal pain, writes Dr Anthony Ordman, hon. medical director of Integro Medical Clinics. Anthony Ordman spent over 20 years working in the Pain Management Clinic of London’s Royal Free Hospital, having set it [...]

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Cannabis and motherhood: “I can’t be a mum without medical cannabis”

By |2021-08-03T13:40:42+01:003 August 2021|

After a serious car accident which wasn’t her fault, Catherine* was left with debilitating chronic pain as a result of her injuries. Seven and a half years on, medical cannabis has finally given the quality of life to be a mum to her four-year-old daughter.  In [...]

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Novel formulation of cannabinoids THC and CBN improves sleep – study

By |2021-08-03T13:42:47+01:003 August 2021|

A novel formulation of the cannabinoids THC and CBN was found to improve sleep in medical cannabis patients. The study, which appeared in the American Journal of Endocannabinoid Medicine, concluded that a repeat-action tablet formulation of THC and CBN was associated with improved sleep quality in [...]

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BMJ publishes first case study of medical cannabis for chronic pain

By |2021-08-03T13:47:34+01:003 August 2021|

The first case study of medical cannabis as a novel treatment for chronic pain has been published in the British Medical Journal. A medical cannabis patient living with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) has broken new ground in the move towards widespread acceptance of cannabis as a medicine. [...]

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A ‘Fibro Warriors’ journey to accessing medical cannabis

By |2021-08-03T13:48:41+01:003 August 2021|

Andrea Willis, also known as Andie, has been battling with the UK’s healthcare system since the age of 16. Now in her 40’s she has found a treatment that works for controlling her pain and gives her a better quality of life. Andie Willis, 49, lives [...]

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Cooking with cannabis: A recipe for Yellowfin tuna steak in hemp seed crust

By |2021-08-03T13:49:10+01:003 August 2021|

Cooking with cannabis is a trend that goes back decades, but now top chefs are embracing its benefits too. Juicy Fields shares a recipe for a Yellowfin tuna steak in hemp seed crust on avocado edamame salad. Cooking with cannabis is something that is getting more [...]

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Can Cannabis Avoid Alcohol’s 3-Tier Distribution System?

By |2021-08-01T04:23:00+01:001 August 2021|

As an experiential marketer that works with a lot of vice-oriented brands, I’ve always been fascinated by the story of the rise of spirits in the US – a history marked by ingenuity in the face of heavy restrictions, clashing social norms, crime and political ideals. [...]

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Leaders in Cannabis Testing – Part 1: A Q&A with Milan Patel, CEO and Co-Founder of PathogenDx

By |2021-08-01T04:22:58+01:001 August 2021|

In this “Leaders in Cannabis Testing” series of articles, Green interviews cannabis testing laboratories and technology providers that are bringing unique perspectives to the industry. Particular attention is focused on how these businesses integrate innovative practices and technologies to navigate a rapidly changing landscape of regulatory [...]

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Leaders in Cannabis Testing – Part 1: A Q&A with Milan Patel, CEO and Co-Founder of PathogenDx

Pesticide Remediation by CPC

By |2021-08-01T04:22:54+01:001 August 2021|

Like any other natural product, the biomass of legal cannabis can be contaminated by several toxic agents such as heavy metals, organic solvents, microbes and pesticides, which significantly influence the safety of the end products. Let’s just consider the toxicological effects. Since cannabis products are not [...]

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The Importance of Understanding Cannabis Testing Results

By |2021-08-01T04:22:52+01:001 August 2021|

Cannabis testing is important for both operators and consumers, but there are some differences in what is important to each group. Obviously, safety and efficacy are important to both. Cannabis is primarily tested for safety reasons to ensure that consumers are receiving a product that is [...]

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Quality Systems 101: CAPA Programs Drive Improvement & Prevent Costly Mistakes

By |2021-08-01T04:22:50+01:001 August 2021|

No business is perfect, especially when humans are part of the equation. But, how do you tackle fixing quality issues as they arise? The goal of this article is to shed some light on the value of a CAPA program and why many states are making [...]

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Quality Systems 101: CAPA Programs Drive Improvement & Prevent Costly Mistakes

ASTM Introduces Retail Cybersecurity Standard

By |2021-08-01T04:22:49+01:001 August 2021|

ASTM International, the international standards development organization, has proposed a cannabis standard for establishing retail cybersecurity protocols. Their D37 cannabis committee is currently working on the development of the standard. The standard is designed to establish best practices for protecting critical databases in dispensaries, like inventory [...]

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5 Pivotal Trends Propelling Growth For the Medical Cannabis Market: 2021-2027

By |2021-08-01T04:22:48+01:001 August 2021|

Growing awareness and public support for medical cannabis around the world has pushed regulatory authorities to consider the legalization of medical cannabis, which remains the major factor driving growth for the medical market. Cannabis-based medication has conventionally been used and studied to be an effective therapeutic [...]

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Mark Your Calendars: Upcoming Webinar on Pesticide Testing

By |2021-08-01T04:22:46+01:001 August 2021|

Cannabis Industry Journal is hosting a complimentary webinar on August 25 at 12 Noon EDT. The webinar is titled “Improving Cannabis Pesticide Testing via Cloud-Based Saas Software & Automation Technology” and is sponsored by Perkin Elmer. Toby Astill, Ph.D.Attendees registering for this complimentary webinar will see Toby [...]

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Senators Introduce The Cannabis Administration And Opportunity Act

By |2021-08-01T04:22:45+01:001 August 2021|

During a press conference held today, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Senate Finance Committee Chair Ron Wyden and Senator Cory Booker introduced the preliminary draft for the Cannabis Administration And Opportunity Act, a bill that would remove cannabis from the list of controlled substances. “This is [...]

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Too Many Cannabis Firms Put Sustainability in Last Place

By |2021-08-01T04:22:42+01:001 August 2021|

Cannabis has long been considered a green industry by the masses. As a standalone item, the cannabis plant is very environmentally friendly. This is particularly true when it comes to hemp, a variety of the cannabis plant with a huge range of environmental benefits. An extremely [...]

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