Cannabis Science Week in Review: Cultivation Research, Regulation, and Compliance Insights (June 27 – July 03, 2025)

As the cannabis industry continues its rapid evolution, the period from June 27 to July 03, 2025, yielded significant discussions and updates across science, technology, and regulation. Cannabis Science and Technology magazine’s “Best of the Week” highlights underscored critical developments, ranging from cutting-edge cultivation research focused on regional climate adaptation to pivotal shifts in regulatory…

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Czech Republic Bill Legalizing Home Cannabis Cultivation, Medical Psilocybin Sent to President Pavel

PRAGUE, Czech Republic – In a significant legislative move, the Czech Republic’s Parliament has passed a sweeping bill that fundamentally alters the nation’s approach to drug regulation. The legislation, which includes provisions legalizing the simple possession and home cultivation of marijuana, alongside permitting the medical use of psilocybin, received final approval from the Senate on…

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Regulatory Roadblocks, Tax Hike Threaten New Jersey’s Struggling Cannabis Industry

Nearly five years after New Jersey voters overwhelmingly approved the legalization of adult-use cannabis, the state’s licensed marijuana operators find themselves grappling with significant challenges, many struggling simply to survive. Despite early optimism and inherent market advantages, New Jersey’s cannabis industry remains notably underdeveloped and underperforming, particularly when compared to states like Missouri, which launched…

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California Increases Cannabis Excise Tax, Reworks Enforcement Funding in New State Budget

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…

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Scientific Study Validates SOMAÍ’s Patent-Pending Method for Standardized Medicinal Cannabis Oil

LISBON, Portugal – A significant step towards standardizing medicinal cannabis products has been achieved with the publication of a peer-reviewed scientific study validating a novel process for producing high-quality, full-spectrum cannabis oil. SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals LDA, an EU-GMP-certified Multi-Country Operator based in Portugal, in collaboration with Lusófona University, the largest private university in the country, announced…

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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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Japanese Business Model Explored as Key to Boosting Cannabis Cultivation Profits

The evolving landscape of the legal cannabis industry continually presents cultivators with the complex challenge of optimizing profitability. As markets mature and competition intensifies, finding innovative strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs is paramount. One intriguing perspective gaining traction within the industry ecosystem involves looking beyond traditional agricultural models to potentially draw insights from…

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Thailand Tightens Cannabis Cultivation Rules: New Certification Mandatory from June 26, 2025

BANGKOK – Thailand has implemented a significant amendment to its cannabis regulations, requiring commercial growers and exporters of cannabis flowers to obtain exclusive certification from the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTAM) under the Ministry of Public Health. The move, effective June 26, 2025, signals the government’s intent to impose greater control over…

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Thailand Implements Sweeping Cannabis Law Overhaul Effective June 26, 2025

BANGKOK – Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health has enacted significant amendments to the nation’s cannabis regulations, introducing stricter controls and mandatory certification requirements that took effect on June 26, 2025. The changes, formally published in the Royal Gazette on June 25, 2025, amend the existing Announcement on Controlled Herbs (Cannabis) B.E. 2565. The revised framework…

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UK Medical Cannabis Access Boosted by Dalgety-Curaleaf Strategic Partnership

LONDON, UK – Dalgety, a prominent UK-based medical cannabis cultivator holding EU-GMP certification, has announced a significant strategic partnership with Curaleaf Laboratories, a division of one of the world’s leading cannabis companies with extensive global pharmaceutical expertise. This collaboration is poised to enhance patient access to high-quality medical cannabis in the United Kingdom by building…

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