International Cannabis Business Conference Blog

Cannabis Spray Shows Promise For Cancer Patients With Refractory Pain

Written by Frank Schuler on October 23, 2022. Posted in Science.

One area of cannabis research that is of particular interest to people around the globe, and for obvious reasons, pertains to how the cannabis plant can be used to help people suffering from cancer....

New Data Creates Cannabis Controversy In New Zealand

Written by Hazel Norman on October 23, 2022. Posted in Policy.

A little over a week ago we published an article describing how New Zealand’s Justice Minister threw cold water on calls for the nation to reform its cannabis laws. Calls had ramped up after United...

Support For Cannabis Pardons Increases In Canada

Written by Hazel Norman on October 23, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Canada was the first G-7 nation to pass a nationwide adult-use cannabis legalization measure, which occurred just over four years ago. To-date Canada still serves as the only national adult-use cannabis...

Leaked German Legalization Points From Health Minister – Homegrow, Retail Stores, And Possession Of Up To 20 Grams

Written by Johnny Green on October 19, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

This morning it is being reported that long-awaited key points of a German adult-use legalization plan were made available to Germany’s media community. The provisions being leaked out there are...

Who Legalizes First – The United States Or Germany?

Written by Johnny Green on October 17, 2022. Posted in Policy.

When it comes to cannabis policy there are two nations that likely have more eyes watching them right now than any other countries on the planet – Germany and the United States. It is no secret...

Health Canada Is Seeking Feedback After Four Years Of Legalization

Written by Johnny Green on October 17, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

Canada was not the first country to legalize cannabis for adult-use, however, it was the first G-7 nation to do so, and the first to implement a nationwide, regulated adult-use cannabis industry that...

Argentina’s Government Launches Public Company To Provide Cannabis Seeds, Testing, And Training

Written by Frank Schuler on October 17, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy, Science.

Earlier this month Argentina’s government issued its first-ever license for domestic cannabis production. It was a big milestone for Argentina’s domestic cannabis industry. Another significant...

Prime Minister Of Saint Kitts And Nevis Predicts Busy Year For Domestic Cannabis Industry

Written by Hazel Norman on October 16, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

The Caribbean region has long been home to a vibrant cannabis community. Jamaica is likely the first Caribbean nation that comes to mind when someone thinks of cannabis, however, several other nations...

Study Associates Cannabis With Improved Sleep In Adults With PTSD

Written by Frank Schuler on October 16, 2022. Posted in Science.

Post-traumatic stress disorder is a very serious issue all over the globe. The prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is estimated to be 3.9% in the general population, and a much higher...