RALEIGH, NC – North Carolina state lawmakers, in conjunction with a newly formed State Advisory Council on Cannabis, are engaged in complex deliberations over potential stricter regulations targeting the state’s burgeoning synthetic hemp and largely unregulated cannabis market. The market, frequently characterized by critics as a “wild west,” has prompted significant legislative attention due to…
TORONTO, Canada — Collective Project, the Canadian cannabis beverage brand now under the ownership of Organigram Global Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI, TSX: OGI), has officially entered the United States market with a comprehensive portfolio of hemp-derived THC beverages. The launch, effective July 8, 2025, includes direct-to-consumer shipping capabilities reaching consumers in 25 states across the nation….
RALEIGH, North Carolina — State lawmakers and a newly formed advisory council in North Carolina are currently navigating the complex challenge of regulating the state’s rapidly expanding market for synthetic hemp and unregulated cannabis products. The current environment, often described by observers as a “wild west,” has raised significant public safety concerns, prompting urgent calls…
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,…
MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA – A new era for the hemp industry in Alabama commenced on July 1, 2025, as a comprehensive law, House Bill 445 (HB445), officially took effect, implementing stringent new regulations across the state. The legislation significantly curtails the availability of certain hemp-derived products, notably imposing a ban on the sale and possession of…
Montgomery, AL – Alabama’s nascent hemp and CBD industry is facing a period of heightened uncertainty and potential disruption, as the state’s rigorous new regulations under House Bill 445 (HB445) are poised to take effect on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Amid this impending shift, the Alabama Cannabis Coalition has issued a stark warning to businesses,…
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…
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….
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…
