Dead & Company Shows in San Francisco to Usher in a New Era for Cannabis Consumption By Lester Black, Cannabis Editor San Francisco, CA – Cannabis culture is poised to enter a new chapter, as the upcoming Dead & Company shows in Golden Gate Park mark a historic first: the legal sale and consumption of…
Elevate Your Day: The Best Cannabis Strains for Daytime Use in 2025 In the ever-evolving world of cannabis, understanding the nuances of different strains is crucial for consumers seeking specific effects. In 2025, the focus has increasingly shifted towards strains that can be effectively integrated into daytime routines, enhancing productivity, mood, and creative endeavors. Selecting…
Los Angeles, CA — Viola, the leading Black-owned cannabis brand founded by former NBA player Al Harrington, has announced a significant strategic partnership with Tempters, an innovative company specializing in hemp beverages. This collaboration marks the debut of a new line of THC-infused beverages, poised to enter the burgeoning market for cannabis-infused consumables. A New…
Sacramento, California – Effective July 2, 2025, California’s legal cannabis market faces significant fiscal restructuring as the state’s cannabis excise tax officially increases. This move, embedded within the state’s comprehensive 2025-2026 budget, aims to realign the financial burdens and funding mechanisms associated with regulating and enforcing the burgeoning legal industry. Concurrently with the tax hike,…
Sacramento, California – The landscape of California’s legal cannabis industry is undergoing significant shifts following recent announcements tied to the state budget, impacting both taxation and enforcement strategies. As of July 2, 2025, the state’s cannabis excise tax is set to increase, a move that will add to the operational costs for businesses within the…
KELOWNA, BC – Avant Brands Inc. (TSX: AVNT) (OTCQX: AVTBF) (FSE: 1BU), a publicly traded cannabis company headquartered in the Okanagan city of Kelowna, British Columbia, has announced significant strides in its international expansion strategy. The company confirmed today the signing of a pair of multi-year international supply agreements, a move poised to broaden its…
BOSTON, MA – State regulators in Massachusetts have taken the unprecedented step of revoking the business license for a commercial cannabis testing laboratory, citing a pattern of inaccurate reporting that they deem poses an “immediate and serious threat” to public health and safety. The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) announced the suspension and subsequent revocation…
WILMINGTON, DE – Delaware is poised to make history with the official launch of its legal adult-use marijuana market, scheduled to commence on August 1, 2025. The announcement marks a pivotal moment for the state, establishing a regulated cannabis industry that officials anticipate will yield significant economic and social benefits. The date was confirmed by…
Technology is rapidly reshaping the global cannabis industry, from seed to sale, according to recent analysis. Innovations across cultivation, processing, tracking, and quality assurance are not only optimizing operations but also fueling significant market expansion. A strategic business analysis report examining the cannabis technology landscape for 2025 highlights a sector poised for exponential growth. The…
WASHINGTON D.C. – A proposed bill advancing through the U.S. House of Representatives is drawing sharp criticism from within the Republican party, with Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky issuing a dire warning about its potential impact on the burgeoning American hemp industry. According to a report included in the Marijuana Moment newsletter dated July 1,…
