New data for July 2025 reveals the prevailing trends in the United States cannabis market, highlighting a dynamic landscape where enduring favorites coexist with emerging varietals gaining significant traction. According to a report from The Marijuana Herald, compiled from data sources including industry platforms like Leafly and Headset, as well as official state-level cannabis commissions,…
Major streaming platforms are increasingly featuring content centered around cannabis, reflecting the plant’s evolving cultural and legal status worldwide. A recent article published on July 1st, authored by A.J. Herrington and fact-checked by Nick Congleton, highlighted the growing array of cannabis-related programs available to viewers on services such as Netflix, Hulu, and Prime Video. This…
A new report underscores the significant expansion anticipated in the global Cannabis Lighting Market, forecasting a robust Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.6% during the period spanning 2025 to 2030. This growth trajectory is heavily influenced by the accelerating adoption of advanced LED lighting solutions within indoor cannabis cultivation facilities, offering substantial economic and…
Tallahassee, Florida – Major players in Florida’s established medical marijuana sector, including industry heavyweights like Curaleaf and Trulieve, are strategically shifting their focus and resources towards the state’s burgeoning, and largely unregulated, hemp market. This pivot signals a significant transformation within Florida’s evolving cannabis landscape, driven by a confluence of market pressures, regulatory hurdles, and…
Florida’s burgeoning cannabis landscape is witnessing a significant strategic shift, as established players in the state’s regulated medical marijuana sector begin making inroads into the largely unregulated hemp market. This pivot is driven by high barriers to entry in the medical field and the perceived opportunities within the less-restricted hemp space, creating a dynamic and…
DENVER, CO – The complex evolutionary history and genetic diversity of the cannabis plant are critical areas of study driving innovation in modern cultivation practices. Providing a deep dive into these topics is Dr. Anna Schwabe, an Associate Lecture Professor at the University of Colorado and Chief Operating Officer of CannaGen, an online cannabis genetic…
Across the United States, the landscape of drug policy continues to evolve rapidly, marked by legislative debates, executive actions, and significant investments in the burgeoning cannabis sector. As of June 20, 2025, states are pursuing diverse approaches, from pushing for broader legalization to navigating the complexities of hemp-derived products and addressing past criminal justice impacts….
A significant shift is underway in the way cannabis is portrayed in movies. For many years, cinematic depictions were often limited, relying heavily on established stereotypes and serving specific narrative functions that sometimes bordered on caricature. However, industry observers and cultural commentators are now highlighting a profound evolution in this regard. The portrayal of cannabis…
Florida’s burgeoning cannabis industry is witnessing a significant strategic pivot as major medical marijuana companies, often referred to as multistate operators (MSOs), are increasingly shifting focus towards the state’s less regulated, but rapidly expanding, hemp market. This movement marks a calculated response to high barriers to entry, changing market dynamics, and recent legislative setbacks within…
HARRISBURG, PA — As of June 20, 2025, the political landscape surrounding cannabis continues to evolve across the United States, marked by persistent legislative efforts in some states and significant regulatory advancements in others. In Pennsylvania, Governor Josh Shapiro remains a vocal proponent of legalizing adult-use cannabis, advocating for reforms he argues could generate substantial…
