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German Finance Minister: Expect Cannabis Legalization In 2023

Written by Johnny Green on September 26, 2022. Posted in Policy.

When it comes to the push for adult-use cannabis legalization there’s no place on earth that is as exciting as Germany right now. Late last year a new coalition government was elected in Germany, and the ‘Traffic Light Coalition,’ as it is commonly referred to, made it clear very...

Activists Planning Legal Action To Fully Legalize South Africa’s Cannabis Industry

Written by Johnny Green on September 26, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis activism and advocacy can come in many forms. I have worked to reform cannabis laws for many years now and have helped promote cannabis activism efforts all over the globe, and I have seen countless strategies and efforts be effective. The most logical form of cannabis advocacy is via the...

Nearly 10% Of Canadian Cannabis Consumers Engage In Home Cultivation

Written by Frank Schuler on September 25, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Cultivating your own cannabis can provide many benefits, with one of the most obvious benefits being cost savings. If someone is knowledgeable and able, they can cultivate their own cannabis for a fraction of what it costs to purchase cannabis from retail outlets. Another major benefit is controlling...

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New Zealand Approves Sale Of Domestic Cannabis Products

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 22, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

The island nation has relied on exports to treat patients so far. Allowing the dispensation of domestically cultivated cannabis will help the nascent industry grow and lower overall costs Last week, New Zealand officials approved the beginning of the domestically sourced medical cannabis market....

Government Of Canada Launches Legislative Review Of The Cannabis Act

Written by Frank Schuler on September 22, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Canada became the second country on earth to pass an adult-use legalization measure back in 2018, and still remains the only G-7 country to make such a public policy change. Uruguay was the first to legalize cannabis for adult-use at a national level in 2013, and Malta passed a limited legalization...

University Of Sydney To Offer Free Cannabis Testing

Written by Johnny Green on September 22, 2022. Posted in Policy, Science.

The University of Sydney is launching a fairly robust study in an attempt to, as the university describes it, “investigate cannabis consumption, behaviours and attitudes among users.” Part of the study involves offering free, anonymous cannabis testing for people that cultivate their...

Hong Kong Goes Backwards On CBD Policy

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 22, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Hong Kong is planning on banning all cannabidiol (CBD) products, with the ban expected to go into effect in 2023. Will banning CBD really work? John Lee, the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region said on Saturday, September 17, that the government will specifically outlaw...

Success Of Bahamas Cannabis Industry Hinges On Banking Acceptance Says AG

Written by Frank Schuler on September 22, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

The Bahamas are located in the Caribbean which is a region that is seeing increased cannabis industry activity, and for good reason. After all, it is no secret that the cannabis plant grows very well naturally in the region. As the island nation’s cannabis industry continues its quest to become...

Scenes From German Cannabis Legalization In Progress

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 20, 2022. Posted in Policy.

The German government is clearly moving forward with plans to legalize the plant. A delegation of Bundestag members is currently touring California – and last week two members of the SPD gave a progress report via Instagram If there was a portrait of the in-progress discussion over German cannabis...

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