On Tuesday, the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Commission plans to announce the state’s first five groups that will be allowed to legally grow medical cannabis.
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Bills Directing Cannabis Growing in Utah to Go Before Full Senate
The Senate Health and Human Services Committee on Wednesday approved a pair of bills promoting the growth of full-strength marijuana in the state and terminally ill patients’ right to try medicinal cannabis products.
Southern Moves Closer to Finalizing Contract for Medical Marijuana Program
BATON ROUGE, LA, Feb. 22, 2018 /Weed Wire/ – Southern University is currently in the process of finalizing its contract with Lafayette based Advanced Biomedics, LLC as the University’s medical marijuana cultivation and production facility operator.
Lawmakers Consider Lowering Number of Marijuana Plants Mainers Can Grow
Maine’s recreational marijuana law allows adults to grow up to six flowering plants for personal and recreational use — but the legislative committee that’s overhauling the law is trying to cut that allotment by half.
Nevada Irrigation District Fears Pot Grows Could Make Water Conservation Harder
The Nevada Irrigation District on Tuesday said it may have to re-work its master plan to account for water usage associated with legal marijuana grows.
L’Eagle Services Presented with NCIA’s Excellence in Innovation Award for Cultivation
DENVER, Feb. 8, 2018 /Weed Wire/ – The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) has recognized, L’Eagle Services — a Denver based cannabis cultivator and retail dispensary specializing in clean cannabis — with the NCIA Excellence in Innovation Award for their leading edge in sustainable cultivation practices.
MED Bulletin: New Outdoor Cultivation Security Requirements Mandatory on Jan. 1, 2019
DENVER, Feb. 5, 2018 /Weed Wire/ — This Industry Bulletin is being issued to notify licensees of new requirements for outdoor or greenhouse medical and retail marijuana cultivations (collectively referred to as “Outdoor Cultivations”), effective January 1, 2019.
Arizona Lawmaker Wants Medical Pot Tested for Mold and Pesticides
The medical marijuana industry is a new frontier in Arizona and State Sen. Sonny Borrelli wants to make it safer for patients and customers.
Weed Wars: California County Fights Illegal Marijuana
US Attorney General Jeff Sessions has announced prosecutors are prepared to challenge states that have legalised cannabis. But in some, like California, the battle over its production is raging on.
Vermont Gov. Phil Scott Signs Bill Making Marijuana Legal
MONTPELIER, VT, Jan. 22, 2018 /Weed Wire/ — On Monday, Gov. Phil Scott officially signed a bill into law that makes marijuana legal for adults in Vermont.
Ultra Health Announces Nation’s First In-Depth, Experiential Cannabis Dispensary and Second Cultivation Site
ALBUQUERQUE, NM, Jan. 16, 2018 /Weed Wire/ — Ultra Health distributed 230,415 copies of an informational printed media insert to 19 newspapers across New Mexico from January 10, 2018 to January 14, 2018, reaching nearly one third of New Mexican households.
Friday Night Inc. Announces LOI to Acquire Harvest Foundation
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 16, 2018 /Weed Wire/ – Friday Night Inc. (Friday Night) (CSE: TGIF) (FWB: 1QF) (OTCQB: TGIFF) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a letter of intent to acquire 100% of Harvest Foundation LLC, a cannabis cultivation facility located adjacent to Friday Night’s Alternative Medicine Association (“AMA”).
CDFA, Bureau of Cannabis Control and Department of Public Health Offer Workshops on California’s Cannabis Track-and-Trace System
SACRAMENTO, Calif., Jan. 8, 2018 /Weed Wire/ — The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s CalCannabis Cultivation Licensing Division, along with the Bureau of Cannabis Control and the California Department of Public Health, are offering 14 workshops in January and February on California’s Cannabis Track-and-Trace system.
Australia to Permit Medicinal Cannabis Exports in Bid to Capture Market
Australia said on Thursday it planned to become the fourth country in the world to legalise medicinal marijuana exports in a bid to score a piece of the estimated $55 billion global market.
Mexico City Should Allow Marijuana Cultivation, Mayoral Hopeful Says
Mexico City residents should be free to grow marijuana for personal use, a mayoral hopeful told Reuters on Wednesday, arguing that one of the world’s largest cities should lead the charge to end prohibition in a country riven by drug violence.
Apply Now for Annual California Cannabis Cultivation Licenses
With the Golden State’s recreational cannabis market up and running, those with temporary California cannabis cultivation licenses can now apply for the coveted annual licenses.
Marijuana Cultivation Ordinance Meeting January 11
WOODLAND, Calif., Jan. 2, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Yolo County has been conducting community meetings to receive input regarding a zoning ordinance for licensed medical marijuana cultivation in the unincorporated areas of the county.
Mike Tyson Breaks Ground on Cannabis Resort in Nevada
After a lifetime of conquering opponents in the ring, legendary boxer Mike Tyson has set his sights on a new opponent: the legal cannabis industry. On Dec. 20, 2017, Tyson broke ground on a 40-acre cannabis resort in California City, Nevada.
The Profit: CNBC’s Rare Look At America’s Marijuana Capital
The Profit’s Marcus Lemonis goes to California for a rare look at the place many consider the marijuana capital of America.
Khiron Receives Cultivation Quota From Colombian Government and Commences Cultivation
TORONTO, Ontario, Dec. 28, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Khiron Life Sciences Corp. (“Khiron” or the “Company”) reports that the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Khiron Colombia SAS, has commenced cultivation of a variety of medical grade cannabis strains in accordance with the receipt of its medical cannabis quota allocation provided by the Government of Colombia.
20 South Carolina Farmers Selected to Grow Hemp for Research Pilot Program
Out of 131 applicants, only 20 South Carolina farmers have been selected to grow hemp for the state’s research pilot program.
The History of Marijuana in Germany
The history of marijuana in Germany dates back to the Late Stone Age, when cannabis seeds were planted at least 7,500 years ago in Thuringia.
Virginia’s Hemp Research Program ‘a Work in Progress’
Virginia is wrapping up its second year of a research program that allows farmers to grow hemp, a crop long banned because of its association with marijuana.
53% Unprecedented Growth Rate in Cannabis Cultivation Supply Segment
WASHINGTON, Dec. 20, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — New Frontier Data, the global cannabis industry authority in business intelligence and data analysis reporting, in partnership with GrowGeneration Corp. (OTCQX: GRWG), the largest publicly traded cannabis specialty retail hydroponic and organic gardening stores, has just published Cannabis Cultivation Insights: Retail Supplies Market.
Legal Cannabis in NJ: Is This Joint Worth a Quick $1 Billion?
ROSELAND, NJ, Dec. 20, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Upon the release of its White Paper exploring what it calls “The most complex environment ever to legalize recreational cannabis use,” lawyers at Brach Eichler observed that the initial organization of the industry could result in a windfall to the State exceeding $1 billion — before a single ounce is delivered.
A San Diego Marijuana Company Advising Residents on Home Grows
A San Diego marijuana company is offering up advice to local residents who are looking to properly grow their own marijuana.
California Now Accepting Cannabis Cultivation and Processing Applications
While California has already started awarding temporary commercial cannabis licenses to distributors, microbusinesses, labs and retailers, it has only recently launched its system for accepting cannabis cultivation and processing applications.
CDFA Now Accepting Temporary Cannabis Licensing Applications
SACRAMENTO, Dec. 18, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s CalCannabis program has officially launched its online licensing system and is now accepting applications for temporary commercial cannabis licenses for cultivators, nurseries and processors.
Supreme Purchases Adjacent Land for Ultra-Premium Cannabis Facility
TORONTO, Ontario, Dec. 18, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Supreme Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Supreme or the “Company”) (TSXV:FIRE) is pleased to announce the purchase of an approximately six acre property adjacent to the 7ACRES facility in Kincardine, Ontario.
PharmaCann Suing Ohio Over Licensing to Fulfill Racial Quota
For the third time in two weeks, Ohio’s medical marijuana program is once again at the center of controversy. PharmaCann Ohio, LLC, a medical marijuana company that failed to obtain a cultivation license in the state, has filed a lawsuit against the Ohio Department of Commerce over its alleged “racial quota.”
Future Farm Sets Closing Date for RI Building Zoned for Cannabis; Receives $1.4 Million in Warrant Conversions; and Provides Update on Voluntary Shareholder Warrant Conversion
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 12, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Future Farm Technologies Inc. (the “Company” or “Future Farm”) (CSE: FFT) (OTCQB: FFRMF) is pleased to announce that the closing date for the previously announced acquisition of a 15,000 sq ft building in Providence, Rhode Island for $750,000 is set for January 15, 2018.
You Can Now Apply for California Cannabis Licenses Online
With the Golden State poised to become the largest cannabis market in the world, California cannabis licenses are going to be a hot commodity and the rush to obtain them is already underway.
Paraguay Approves Bill to Legalize Growing Medical Marijuana
On Dec. 5, 2017, the small country of Paraguay became the newest in South America to legalize the cultivation of medical marijuana.
Tomorrow: Arkansas Cannabis Industry Association and Imperious Expo Bring the Cannabis Industry to Little Rock for Ark-La-Tex Cannabis Business Expo
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Dec. 5, 2017 /Weed Wire/ – The cannabis industry comes to the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock, Arkansas tomorrow for the state’s first-ever cannabis trade show.
Sonoma County Issues First Cannabis Business Permit
SANTA ROSA, Calif., Dec. 4, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — The County of Sonoma has issued the first Cannabis Cultivation Permit on Monday, December 4. Shannon and Cameron Hattan, co-founders of Fiddlers Greens, were issued a Zoning Permit from the Department of Ag Weights and Measures which allows up to 10,000 square feet of outdoor medical cannabis cultivation on their property outside of Sebastopol.
Why Ohio’s Medical Marijuana Industry Relies on an ‘Immaculate Propagation’
Making medical marijuana legal in Ohio will require breaking a few laws first. The state’s medical cannabis growers face a curious — and perhaps risky — predicament.
Arkansas to Name Legal Medical Marijuana Growers on Feb. 27
The Arkansas Medical Marijuana Commission says the highest-scoring bids to become the first legal growers of medical marijuana in the state will be announced Feb. 27.
Republic of Georgia Decriminalizes Marijuana Use
Georgia has decriminalized marijuana use, but it’s probably not the Georgia that you were expecting. On Nov. 30, 2017, the Constitutional Court for the Republic of Georgia, a former Soviet republic, ruled that it is unconstitutional to prosecute individuals for using marijuana, effectively decriminalizing use of the substance and potentially paving the way for full legalization.
Regulation Questions Swirl as Sacramento Draws Closer to Recreational Marijuana
For months, Joe Devlin and his team have been working to create the rules and regulations for each aspect of Sacramento’s cannabis industry, including cultivation, delivery, dispensary, testing, and transportation.
Harvest Park Becomes Hub for Cannabis Licenses in Michigan
WINDSOR TOWNSHIP, Mich., Nov. 27, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Harvest Park, a 130-acre industrial park development located in Windsor Township west of Lansing, Michigan in Eaton County is poised to become the epicenter of Michigan’s medical marijuana cultivation, processing, testing and secure transport industries.
Marijuana Black Market Thrives in California
The sales of marijuana in California and the measures taken to try and combat it are being examined again.
VividGro Launches GroBar: The Most Advanced Cannabis Grow Light
WEST WARWICK, R.I., Nov. 14, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Cannabis and agriculture innovator VividGro®, a division of distinguished LED company Lighting Science®, announced today their latest breakthrough: A four-foot, 19 ounces, white light LED grow lamp called the GroBar.
Greece Hopes Its Economy Can Get High From Medical Weed
Investors in medical cannabis projects are focusing on Greece, where a warm, sunny climate and potentially favorable future legislation could help the government deliver on a promise to pull the country out of a seven-year economic crisis.
Cannabis, Dads, and Parkinson’s Disease
In this scene from BONG APPÉTIT, Abdullah talks to Ed Weidenfeld (and his son Nick) about how his Parkinson’s Disease led to him getting into cannabis cultivation.
Wisconsin Assembly Passes Bill to Allow Hemp Farming
Wisconsin would join a majority of other states in allowing the farming of industrial hemp under a bill sent to Gov. Scott Walker. The Wisconsin Assembly passed the bill unanimously Thursday. It cleared the Senate unanimously Tuesday.
Friday Night Inc. Receives Approval from Clark County to Cultivate Cannabis on New Property
LAS VEGAS & VANCOUVER, Nov. 9, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Friday Night Inc. (Friday Night) (CSE: TGIF) (FRA: 1QF) (OTC PINK: VPGDF) has received approval on its land use application from the Clark County Commissioners hearing, held on November 8th, to cultivate cannabis on the new property.
Texas’ Medical Cannabis Program is Open For Business: Compassionate Cultivation Plants its First Cannabis Crop in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 1, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Compassionate Cultivation is ready to make history in the Lone Star State by planting one of Texas’ first legal cannabis crops.
Pennsylvania Governor Approves Luzerne County Marijuana Facility
The Keystone State has given the green light to a Luzerne County marijuana facility. On Oct. 31, 2017, Gov. Tom Wolf announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Health approved Standard Farms, LLC, to cultivate and process medical marijuana for the state’s medical marijuana program.
Lebanon’s Illicit Cannabis Trade Goes Up in Smoke Amid Syria War
Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley is notorious for its highly lucrative cannabis industry. However, in recent years the illicit cannabis trade has suffered due to the war in neighbouring Syria. As a result, some are now turning to another crop for better income.
These Are the First 6 Colombian Medical Marijuana Manufacturers
While Colombia legalized medical marijuana on Dec. 22, 2015, the country has yet to harvest and process any legal Colombian medical marijuana; however, recent government actions are about to change that.