The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) has officially initiated a pivotal step in the state’s cannabis evolution, filing proposed rules to establish dedicated marijuana research facilities. This development, outlined in the recently introduced 19 CSR 100-1.200, signals a move beyond mere retail and cultivation, aiming to cement Missouri’s position as a hub…
Trulieve Cannabis Corp. has officially expanded its Florida retail operations with the launch of a new medical cannabis dispensary in Lutz, Florida, effective today, April 11, 2026. Located at 24408 State Road 54, this new storefront marks the company’s 167th location in the state and its 238th nationwide, underscoring a consistent, aggressive expansion strategy within…
New research suggests that communities with greater access to legal cannabis dispensaries may experience a reduced impact from the ongoing opioid epidemic. By providing an alternative avenue for pain management and symptom relief, these facilities appear to play a role in mitigating the reliance on prescription opioids, according to recent investigative reports. As public health…
Missouri lawmakers have officially moved to restrict the market for intoxicating hemp-derived products, passing legislation that targets the sale of items like THC-infused seltzers. This legislative push reflects a growing trend among state governments seeking to fill regulatory gaps created by the 2018 Federal Farm Bill, which legalized hemp but inadvertently paved the way for…
In a landmark legislative session, the Nebraska Legislature has officially passed the state’s first medical cannabis law, breaking a decade-long impasse that had previously stalled all attempts at reform. The legislation, which arrives after years of intense advocacy, grassroots organizing, and fierce political debate, marks a major turning point for patients and policy in the…
As the legal cannabis industry continues to experience rapid expansion across the globe, higher education institutions are increasingly formalizing their commitment to the sector. Universities are now moving beyond peripheral interest to offer comprehensive certificate programs, specialized business courses, and dedicated research initiatives designed to prepare students for the professional demands of this burgeoning field….
A prominent trade association is sounding the alarm over a pending marijuana sales bill, arguing that specific regulatory provisions could inadvertently devastate state-based CBD companies. As the legislative landscape shifts to accommodate recreational cannabis, industry advocates claim that poorly drafted sections of the proposed legislation create an uneven playing field, potentially forcing small-scale cannabinoid manufacturers…
Cornbread Hemp lands exclusive contract to supply USDA organic CBD products for the Medicare Hemp Pilot program, serving 68,000 provider locations and marking a significant step for hemp in federal health insurance.
High Times has announced the launch of its Cannabis Cup kits in New Jersey, allowing consumers to judge top cannabis products. Judge kits go on sale March 25th, with voting concluding on April 20th and winners announced May 1st.
Ohio Senate Bill 56 marks a significant shift in the regulation of intoxicating hemp products within the state. Effective March 20, 2026, the law empowers law enforcement to remove these products from any retail locations that do not hold a proper license. This move is intended to curb the sale of unregulated substances, particularly those…
