Naomi Carter

Hello, my name is Naomi Carter, and I’m from San Francisco, California. With a background in Journalism from San Francisco State University, I specialize in covering cannabis brands and the business side of the industry. I am proud to be one of the few transgender journalists in the cannabis industry and my focus is on profiling emerging and established cannabis companies, providing in-depth analyses of market trends and business strategies within the cannabis sector.

Canopy Growth Targets High-Potency Market with Launch of ‘Deep Space’ Infused Pre-Rolls

Ottawa, Canada – Canopy Growth Corporation (TSX: WEED) (Nasdaq: CGC), a prominent player in the global cannabis industry, has announced the launch of a new high-potency product line under its Deep Space brand: Infused pre-rolls. This strategic introduction aims to capture a larger share of the rapidly expanding infused pre-roll segment within the broader cannabis…

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California State Fair Honors Cannabis Excellence, Signals Industry’s Mainstream Rise with 2025 Awards

SACRAMENTO, CA – The California State Fair has announced the highly anticipated medal winners for the 2025 Cannabis Awards, celebrating the state’s burgeoning cannabis industry and its commitment to quality and innovation. This annual competition, recognized as the largest and most prestigious sanctioned cannabis contest globally, highlights excellence across a diverse range of cannabis products,…

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Pioneering Cannabis Genetics: Dr. Anna Schwabe on Innovation, Education, and Industry Leadership

In an exclusive interview published on June 28, 2025, Dr. Anna Schwabe, a prominent figure bridging academia and industry, shared insights into her extensive work in the rapidly evolving field of cannabis genetics. Dr. Schwabe holds key positions as an Associate Lecture Professor at the esteemed University of Colorado and serves as the Chief Operating…

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Florida Sees First Recreational Cannabis Delivery Service Launching Statewide Access to THC Gummies, THCA Flower, and Vape Products

MIAMI, FL – A company known as Area 52 has announced the launch of what it characterizes as Florida’s first and sole legal recreational cannabis delivery service. This development, according to Area 52, aims to broaden access to cannabis products for consumers across the state, offering everything from THC gummies and high-potency THCA flower to…

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Thailand Mandates Prescription and Licensing for Cannabis Flower Bud Sales

Bangkok, Thailand – Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health has enacted a significant policy shift regarding cannabis, officially classifying cannabis flower buds as a “controlled herb” under a new ministerial notification. This move, effective June 26, 2025, establishes a stringent regulatory framework requiring official authorization and a valid prescription from licensed medical professionals for the sale…

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Mike Tyson, All-Star Athletes and Entertainers Urge Trump to Expand Marijuana Clemency, Rescheduling Beyond Biden

A prominent coalition of athletes and entertainers, spearheaded by retired boxing icon Mike Tyson, has formally called upon former President Donald Trump to adopt more comprehensive marijuana policy reforms than those initiated by the current administration. The group, known as the “Coalition of Athletes and Entertainers Supporting President Trump’s Policy Objectives,” comprises over 20 notable…

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The Future of Cannabis: 7 Cultivation Trends Reshaping the US Industry

The United States cannabis cultivation sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements, evolving consumer preferences, and a growing emphasis on efficiency and sustainability. According to analysis from Farmonaut, several key trends are fundamentally reshaping how cannabis is grown across the nation, pointing towards a more sophisticated and controlled agricultural future for the…

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Jones Soda Exits Cannabis Beverage Market, Sells Mary Jones Division Amid Regulatory Hurdles

SEATTLE, WA – Jones Soda Co. (OTCQB: JSDA) has announced the divestiture of its entire cannabis beverage division, known as Mary Jones, completing the transaction with the private firm MJ Reg Disrupters LLC. The sale, finalized on June 23, 2025, signifies a strategic shift for the long-standing beverage company. Transaction Details The deal for the…

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Europe’s Cannabis Future Ignites: Inaugural Mary Jane Berlin x Business of Cannabis B2B Day Draws Thousands to Messe Berlin

BERLIN, Germany – European Cannabis Week 2025 commenced with a landmark event poised to shape the future of the continent’s burgeoning cannabis industry: the inaugural Business-to-Business (B2B) Day, held on June 19, 2025, at the iconic Messe Berlin. This dedicated forum, a strategic collaboration between two leading industry forces, Mary Jane Berlin and Business of…

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