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Written by Hazel Norman on April 4, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Germany Expected To Introduce Long-Awaited Legalization Measure In Two Weeks

During a live stream episode of ‘4:20-Cannatalk!’ featuring German governing coalition members and drug policy spokespersons of the...

Written by Johnny Green on April 2, 2023. Posted in Policy.

New Details Of German Health Minister’s Cannabis Legalization Plan Surface

The adult-use legalization saga in Germany experienced new twists and turns this week, with reports surfacing that provide new details...

Written by Johnny Green on March 14, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Germany’s Health Minister Indicates That The EU Will Allow Legalization To Proceed

The push to legalize adult-use cannabis in Germany received a significant boost today, with reports surfacing that the nation’s...

Written by Johnny Green on March 13, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Legalization Public Hearing Set For March 15th In Germany

An adult-use cannabis legalization measure is scheduled for a public hearing in Germany on March 15th at 14:45 (CET). According to the...

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Written by Johnny Green on March 2, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Bavaria’s Health Minister Is Clearly Wrong About Cannabis

I have never traveled to Bavaria, or Europe for that matter. I plan on making my first trip later this year to attend the International...

Written by Johnny Green on February 27, 2023. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy, Science.

March 2023 Is Set To Be A Historic Month For European Cannabis

The next 32 days on the European continent could prove to be one of the most historic stretches of time for cannabis public policy and...

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Written by Frank Schuler on February 19, 2023. Posted in Science.

Cannabis Associated With Significant Decreases In Pain Patient Prescription Drug Use

Sixty five percent of chronic pain patients at 3 pain centers in Germany reported ceasing opioid use after starting medical cannabis...

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Written by Johnny Green on February 16, 2023. Posted in Policy.

What Percentage Of Germany’s Population Consumes Cannabis?

For lawmakers and potential cannabis industry regulators, knowing what current cannabis consumption rates are in a given country is...

Written by Johnny Green on February 9, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Will Malta’s Cannabis Club Model Be Adopted By Germany And Spain?

In many ways the European continent seems like it is on the cusp of hitting warp speed for cannabis policy reform, and if so, a...

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Written by Hazel Norman on January 31, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Did Germany’s Government Create A Domestic Cannabis Monopoly?

Medical cannabis policy in Germany is somewhat unique, in that the law permits for insurance reimbursements for medical cannabis...

Written by Johnny Green on January 26, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Report: German Health Minister Confirms Timetable For Cannabis Legalization

Over the weekend a potentially significant report surfaced regarding cannabis legalization in Germany. To quickly recap how we got to...

Written by Johnny Green on January 8, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Which Country Is More Likely To Legalize In 2023 – The U.S. Or Germany?

When it comes to the ongoing fight to end global cannabis prohibition, there’s a saying that I often use – the bigger the...

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Written by Hazel Norman on December 26, 2022. Posted in Policy.

German Lawmakers Block Health Ministry Funding And Demand Legalization Measure

As 2022 draws to a close and cannabis observers start to look ahead to 2023, Germany will continue to be the focal point of most...

Written by Hazel Norman on December 19, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Bavaria’s Health Minister Increases Efforts To Try To Prevent German Legalization

Earlier this month we reported that Germany’s Health Minister Karl Lauterbach (SPD) was seeking an ‘expert opinion’ to help...

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Written by Johnny Green on December 3, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Germany’s Health Minister To Commission ‘An Expert Opinion’ To Help EU Legalization Push

What I would give to be a fly on the wall in the room where private cannabis policy discussions are being held between European Union...

Written by Johnny Green on December 3, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

Malta To Start Accepting Cannabis Club Applications By February

Malta made continental history late in 2021 when lawmakers passed Europe’s first nationwide adult-use legalization measure. Prior...

Written by Johnny Green on November 28, 2022. Posted in Policy.

German Lawmakers Call For Cannabis Legalization Bill To Be Expedited

How long is a reasonable amount of time to wait to get permission from the European Union before introducing an adult-use cannabis...

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Written by Johnny Green on November 21, 2022. Posted in Policy.

The EU Is Deciding On More Than Just German Legalization

When it comes to cannabis reform activity, Germany is undeniably on center stage with the international spotlight placed directly on...

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Written by Johnny Green on November 14, 2022. Posted in Policy.

German Cannabis Legalization Would Obviously Benefit Public Safety Efforts

Late last week an article was published by Frankfurter Allgemeine in which the Vice President of the Federal Criminal Police Office...

Written by Johnny Green on November 14, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Is Germany Planning To Restrict Medical Cannabis Insurance Reimbursements?

Germany is home to Europe’s largest medical cannabis market, which is not surprising given the size of Germany’s population...

Written by Johnny Green on October 31, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Where Does The German Cannabis Legalization Effort Go From Here?

As the month of October draws to a close it is safe to say that it was one of the most eventful months for cannabis policy in...

Written by Johnny Green on October 27, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Germany’s Legalization Plan Includes Removing Cannabis From Narcotics Law

Cannabis legalization efforts in Germany received a huge boost yesterday, with the nation’s Health Minister Karl Lauterbach (SPD)...

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

Germany Moves A Step Closer Towards Legalization

It was a big day in Germany for cannabis policy, with Germany’s Health Minister Karl Lauterbach making a formal cannabis...

Written by Johnny Green on October 25, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

German Legalization Plan Continues To Evolve After Public Outcry

Last week I wrote about the reported leaking of components of a long awaited German legalization plan. The legalization details were...

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

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

This morning it is being reported that long-awaited key points of a German adult-use legalization plan were made available to...

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

Who Legalizes First – The United States Or Germany?

When it comes to cannabis policy there are two nations that likely have more eyes watching them right now than any other countries on...

Written by Hazel Norman on October 12, 2022. Posted in Policy.

German Federal Court Of Justice Upholds CBD Flower Convictions

Germany’s Federal Court of Justice issued a decision this week that could have potentially huge ramifications for the...

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

German Finance Minister: Expect Cannabis Legalization In 2023

When it comes to the push for adult-use cannabis legalization there’s no place on earth that is as exciting as Germany right...

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

Scenes From German Cannabis Legalization In Progress

The German government is clearly moving forward with plans to legalize the plant. A delegation of Bundestag members is currently touring...

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

Going Back Is Not An Option: From Germany To Thailand, Lawmakers Realize Cannabis Legalization Is On Horizon

In the last week, government officials from both Germany and Thailand have echoed a similar sentiment In every movement, there comes a...

Written by Johnny Green on September 14, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Prohibition Treaties Will Not Stop Cannabis Legalization In Germany

I have helped work on cannabis reform efforts since the late 1990s when medical cannabis reform initiatives were being heavily pursued...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 12, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Is The Biden White House Waiting On Germany To Move Ahead On Recreational Reform?

The US president is putting off further conversation about American cannabis reform until after the mid-terms. Is he waiting for Germany...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 12, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

Members Of German Bundestag Travel To North America To Examine Cannabis Legalization

Eight members of the Bundestag’s Health Committee head to North America to educate themselves about how reform works in both...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 12, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Political Clashes Over Legalization Continue From Bavarian Politicians

Lawyers for the Bundestag Scientific Service of the Bundestag issue analysis of cannabis legalization, claiming it violates EU law...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 12, 2022. Posted in Policy.

CSU Critiques Of Traffic Coalition Plan To Legalize Cannabis Meets Wide Mockery

CSU leader Markus Söder and Federal Health Minister Karl Lauterbach trade barbs over current government drug policy – which...

Written by Johnny Green on September 11, 2022. Posted in Policy.

German Poll: More Than 60 Percent Support Cannabis Legalization

Germany is in the midst of a cannabis legalization effort that is more complicated and robust than anything that has ever occurred since...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on September 5, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

German Insurers Begin To Take New Tact On Medical Cannabis

AOK has begun a new program with German Society for Pain Medicine to decrease approval complexity, while Barmer has just issued a new...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 29, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Debate About Cannabis Legalization Is Still Raging In Germany Despite Government Fast-Tracking Reform

Bayern’s Health Minister has appealed to the German Chancellor to stop cannabis legalization because it was...

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

German Traffic Court Association Recommends An Increase In THC Driving Limits

In a rather shocking victory, the German Traffic Court Association has recommended that legislators increase the level of THC found in...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 15, 2022. Posted in Policy.

From Gun Bans To Driving Limits: The International War On The Rights Of Medical Cannabis Users

In the United States, the Biden Administration is in favour of banning gun ownership for medical users. In Germany, there is an ongoing...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 8, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Minister Of Justice In Germany’s Largest State Expresses Support For Cannabis Legalization

Benjamin Limbach is the new Minister of Justice of North Rhine-Westphalia and has stated that he considers the legalization of cannabis...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 1, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Germany Or The U.S.: Who Will Go First On Federal Cannabis Reform?

The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act introduced in the U.S. Senate in late July, removes cannabis from the Controlled...

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Written by Johnny Green on August 1, 2022. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy, Science.

Recapping A Historic International Cannabis Business Conference In Berlin

Whether you are a passionate cannabis enthusiast or just a passive cannabis industry observer, you are surely well aware of the fact...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 26, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Unprecedented Speech By German Drugs Commissioner At Cannabis Conference In Berlin

The Commissioner on Narcotic Drugs at the Federal Ministry of Health spoke as the keynote address to a packed auditorium, kicking off...

Written by Johnny Green on July 20, 2022. Posted in Business.

The Future Of Cannabis Dispensing

I am proud to state that I am on an ever-growing list of lucky people that get to live where cannabis is legal for both medical and...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 11, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Cutting Edge German Cannabis Possession Case Decided On Appeal

A Lübeck appeals court has exonerated a father and son of possession on the basis of “emergency” treatment. The case...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 5, 2022. Posted in Policy.

The German Cannabis Legalization Hearings

The several weeks-long hearing process has now come to an end. These are the takeaway high points The hearings on the legalization of...

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Written by Johnny Green on June 26, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy, Science.

Germany’s Drug Czar To Keynote International Cannabis Business Conference In Berlin

Germany is in the midst of the most robust and complex cannabis policy and industry endeavor in the history of humankind. Policymakers...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on June 15, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Ten New German Government Positions For Cannabis Legalization Announced

The government has budgeted ten new positions to oversee the legalization of cannabis If there is a “sure thing” in the...

Written by Johnny Green on June 13, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

Germany Moving Forward With Legal Cannabis Sales Plan

Germany’s Health Ministry announced today that it will start holding hearings tomorrow to discuss various aspects of legalizing...

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