Author: Marguerite Arnold

Written by Marguerite Arnold on November 16, 2021. Posted in Science.

South Africa Examines Hemp Production To Clean Up Gold Mining Areas

As part of an overall plan of including cannabis in its economic development plan, the government is currently examining how (and if)...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on November 9, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Argentinian Police Make Formal Distinction Between Medical And Recreational Cannabis

The chief of police in the province of Corrientes has signed orders that direct local police to avoid investigations of legitimate...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on November 9, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Malawi Government Urges Cannabis Farmers To Form Collectives

The country’s minister of Agriculture has urged cannabis farmers to form cooperatives to increase their bargaining power. In yet...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on November 2, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Luxembourg’s Recreational Market Reform Includes Home Grow

What does this mean for the entire discussion across the EU? Adults in Luxembourg will be permitted to grow up to four cannabis plants in...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on November 2, 2021. Posted in Business.

Polish Hemp Production Is Down – Because Of Government Stays On Incentives

Hemp production fell about 36% this year because many farmers found their state-derived incentives blocked due to supposedly illegal...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on October 26, 2021. Posted in Business, Politics.

Switzerland And Luxembourg Firm Plans For Recreational Markets

Two European countries, one in the EU and one surrounded by it are, after many stutters and false starts, moving concretely towards...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on October 26, 2021. Posted in Business, Medical.

Uganda Cannabis Exports To Germany

The African country is ramping up production for not only exports but also intra- African trade The African cannabis scene is not only...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on October 19, 2021. Posted in Business.

South African Producer To List On Johannesburg Stock Exchange

In a first of its kind, a Gauteng based cannabis producer has listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) Tuesday October 12 last...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on October 19, 2021. Posted in Politics.

“Trivializing The Joint?” German Police Unions Speak Out Against More Legalization

Head of Police Union speaks out against recreational reform as coalition talks for new government continue with parties in favour of...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on October 4, 2021. Posted in Cultural.

German Study Shows Dramatic Increase In Cannabis Consumption

A study by UKE-Hamburg shows that the number of cannabis users in Europe has increased more than 25% over the second decade of the...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on October 4, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Which Way Are The Winds Of Recreational Cannabis Blowing In Europe?

Several countries have decided to delay their plans for recreational markets – apparently in response to the German national...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 27, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Scotland Decriminalizes Drug Possession

Scotland’s new policy covers all ‘illegal drugs” including cannabis in a surprise turn of events. In a surprise...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 27, 2021. Posted in Politics.

The German National Elections Will Forward Cannabis Reform – But How Much?

Germans went to the polls last Sunday, returning a not-so-surprising result. What will this new government mean for cannabis reform?...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 21, 2021. Posted in Medical.

South Africa Gets Its First Cannabis Pain Patient

Kwanda Mtetwa has become South Africa’s first legal cannabis patient – receiving the prescription to treat his chronic pain...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 21, 2021. Posted in Business.

What Role Will Cannabis Social Clubs Play In European Recreational Reform?

The continued popularity of this kind of gathering point has spread far from Spain and is now increasingly looked to as a model for...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 14, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Cannabis Reform Moves Forward In UK’s Islands

Support for cannabis reform if not actual cultivation is moving ahead on the many islands ringing the mainland From Guernsey, where...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 14, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Italy Struggles To Set Regulations For Home Grow

The European country is struggling to create regulations and guidelines for home grow after Italy’s top court decriminalized...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 7, 2021. Posted in Business.

Lidl Supermarket Faces Issues Over CBD Products Across Europe

One of the world’s largest grocery stores faces repeated problems over “cannabis” products in its European outlets The...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 7, 2021. Posted in Medical.

53% Of Uruguayan Doctors Recommend Medical Cannabis

A survey carried out by the Catholic University of Uruguay reveals that the majority of the country’s doctors are willing to...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 16, 2021. Posted in ICBC Berlin, Politics.

German Politicians Gather To Discuss Cannabis For Historical Meeting At Berlin ICBC

As the German election nears, the ICBC hosts a unique panel of politicians from across the political spectrum to discuss the future of...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 13, 2021. Posted in Medical.

German-Grown Cannabis Available In Pharmacies For First Time

The Tilray/Aphria owned facility becomes the first GMP certified crop to make its way to German pharmacies since the beginning of the...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 13, 2021. Posted in Medical.

Spanish Court References European Decision On CBD

A Spanish lawsuit acquitting a CBD store owner in Spain becomes the first legal judgment in the country to reference the EU decision that...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 6, 2021. Posted in Medical.

Spanish Agricultural Cannabis Redevelopment Project In Suspense

A large roses to cannabis production facility in Garrray Spain, Europe’s largest greenhouse of red roses, now sits empty as AEMPS...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 6, 2021. Posted in Business, Medical.

Germany’s Cannabis Vape Market Likely To Expand Rapidly

An Israeli firm has obtained a first-of-its-kind license from the German regulatory authorities for extracts for inhalation. The German...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on June 29, 2021. Posted in Medical.

Denmark To Make Medical Cannabis “Trial” Permanent

The trial scheme for medical cannabis in Denmark will be extended beyond 2021 and enter permanent status Denmark’s medical cannabis...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on June 29, 2021. Posted in Business.

The Coming Vape Invasion Of Europe

The cannabis vape market is about to take off in the aftermath of last fall’s decision that CBD is not a narcotic. It is not just...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on June 22, 2021. Posted in Medical.

Morocco Passes Medical Cannabis Use Legislation

The African country passes highly controversial legislation in part to create sustainable agriculture for its citizens Bill number 13.21...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on June 22, 2021. Posted in Medical.

Is Boris Johnson’s Government About To Do Right By Cannabis?

The government task force examining how to regulate the industry suggests that the Home Office is not the best place to stick the...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on June 15, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Here Comes Portugal: Adult Use Bill Brought Before Parliament

Cannabis reform is not staying still across the EU As Europe begins to wake up to the reality that two countries within and just outside...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on June 15, 2021. Posted in Politics.

The Summer Of Love – And Cannabis Reform

As the world opens up again, the idea of cannabis reform is clearly in the room like never before. Will the summer of 2021 be the tipping...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on June 8, 2021. Posted in Politics.

German Cannabis Reform Moves Forward In Curious Ways

A new poll suggests a majority of Germans support the medical use of cannabis as the city of Dusseldorf removes its ban on hemp...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on June 8, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Will The British Parliament Finally Pass Meaningful Cannabis Reform?

Sixty Members of Parliament call for reform of 50-Year-old UK Drugs’ Law There is clearly a clarion call to change British cannabis...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on June 1, 2021. Posted in Medical.

Medical Cannabis Approved For Production And Sales In Greece

The sunny, Mediterranean country holds great promise for the cultivation and extraction of cannabis products bound for the rest of...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on May 25, 2021. Posted in Medical.

The Dutch Medical Cannabis Industry Bands Together To Counter Misinformation

A new website, launched to counter myths in the industry, is being supported by the official Dutch medical supply chain. Why can’t...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on May 25, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Luxembourg Wrestles With The Particulars Of Rec Legalization

The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg has a date with destiny – namely recreational reform by the fall of this year (legislatively at...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on May 18, 2021. Posted in Medical.

Spanish Government Moves To Formally Consider Medical Efficacy Of Cannabis

Last week, the Spanish Congressional Health and Consumer Affairs Commission Committee met to consider exploring the medical efficacy of...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on May 18, 2021. Posted in Medical.

It’s Critical That German CBD Law Matches EU Law

After a brew ha ha over hemp tea that made its way to federal court, there is a renewed call domestically to homogenize German law with...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on May 11, 2021. Posted in Business.

Cannabis Tea With The Queen?

GW Pharmaceuticals wins the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise 2021 – what next for the British market? GW...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on May 11, 2021. Posted in Business.

Covid And Cannabis Travel This Summer

The European Commission intends to let fully vaccinated US travelers visit the European Union this summer – book your tickets now...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on May 4, 2021. Posted in Politics.

First Cannabis Patient Makes Bid For Home Grow In Spain

A 49-year-old male patient has made his application for medical home grow to the Spanish Medicines Agency public Juan Manuel Rodriguez, a...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on May 4, 2021. Posted in Politics.

The Belgian Cannabis Discussion: A Step Towards Modernizing A National Drug Policy

The country between Holland and Luxembourg is now caught up in its own re-examination of its cannabis policy. Belgium may be finally...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on April 27, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Holland Moves Forward With Legitimizing Its Federal Cannabis Market

Several developments are underway that indicate that despite multiple ball drops, the Dutch government is committing to regulating the...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on April 27, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Ukraine Delays Medical Cannabis Legalization Vote

Government again pushes can down the road as top officials deliberately delay serious discussion on basic medical cannabis reform....

Written by Marguerite Arnold on April 20, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Argentina Begins To Move Seriously On Medical Reform

The world’s eighth-largest country moves forward on legislation to create a federal industry. Here is the interesting thing about...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on April 20, 2021. Posted in Business.

State Of The Cannabis Industry: Spring 2021

Green shoots and leaves are poking up all over the place as the industry figures out how to survive the Pandemic as well as other...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on April 13, 2021. Posted in Politics.

Switzerland Begins To Define Its “Recreational Trial” For 2022

As of May 15, 2022, Switzerland will begin a recreational cannabis trial It is official. The Swiss have chosen a date and the trial...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on April 13, 2021. Posted in Politics.

South Africa Set To Legalize Recreational Use By 2023

The country is looking to the industry to help revitalize an economy wrecked by Covid. South Africa is lining up to join the list of...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on April 6, 2021. Posted in Business.

German Federal Hemp Tea Case Decided

A hemp tea seller from Braunschweig was charged with federal narcotics violation charges – but just released after a German federal...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on March 30, 2021. Posted in Medical.

CBD Is No Longer A “Narcotic” In Slovakia

The country becomes the last in the EU to remove cannabidiol from its national list of “psychotropics” and to legalize its...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on March 30, 2021. Posted in Business.

Is Spain On The Verge Of Regulating Cannabis Clubs?

As a monumental challenge to the current law loses in Strasbourg, organizers including political parties are challenging the government...