Author: Hazel Norman

German Cannabis Legalization Bill Expected To Be In Cabinet By August

Written by Hazel Norman on July 3, 2023. Posted in Policy.

As Germany continues its high-profile quest to become the largest nation so far to pass a comprehensive, nationwide adult-use legalization bill, it is being reported that there is finally an estimated...

A Missed Opportunity To Modernize Colombia’s Cannabis Policies

Written by Hazel Norman on June 26, 2023. Posted in Policy.

In Colombia, all constitutional amendments must undergo a two-year process, and since adult-use legalization requires a constitutional amendment, all such measures must undergo the multi-year process....

Jim Belushi Talks Cannabis Ahead Of Fireside Chat In Berlin

Written by Hazel Norman on June 19, 2023. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy.

This year’s International Cannabis Business Conference event in Berlin will feature a one-on-one fireside chat with acclaimed entertainer Jim Belushi. Jim Belushi is a man of many talents –...

Medical Cannabis Safe Access To Expand In Israel

Written by Hazel Norman on June 18, 2023. Posted in Policy.

When it comes to medical cannabis research, Israel has long served as an international leader. After all, it is where International Cannabis Business Conference speaker alumni Raphael Mechoulam became...

French Town Wants To Launch Cannabis Pilot Program

Written by Hazel Norman on June 17, 2023. Posted in Policy.

By many measures, the concept of a cannabis commerce pilot program is a relatively new thing. While they are already in existence in Europe, it is only in recent years that they seem to have entered...

SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals Signs Supply Contract With Cosma Poland

Written by Hazel Norman on June 17, 2023. Posted in Business.

LISBON, Portugal (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals Unipessoal LDA (“SOMAÍ”) has entered into a two-year supply agreement with a well-respected Polish distributor Cosma Cannabis. Cosma produces...

What Is Next For The Cannabis Industry?

Written by Hazel Norman on June 12, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

The emerging legal cannabis industry is continuing to undergo a dramatic evolution, particularly in Europe. The momentum for global reform is greater now than at any other time since the dawn of prohibition,...

Hemp Leaves No Longer A Novel Food Under EU Law

Written by Hazel Norman on June 7, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Cannabinoid-based products are increasing in popularity across the globe, and particularly so in Europe. ‘Cannabis light’ products are widely available in Europe, although they are not always...

Medical Cannabis Pilot Project Proposed In Iceland

Written by Hazel Norman on May 28, 2023. Posted in Policy.

The concept of cannabis commerce pilot projects is not a new thing and is seemingly growing in popularity among policymakers and regulators in Europe. The latest example of that can be found in Iceland,...