Industry & Business
Corporate developments, investments, acquisitions, and global cannabis business insights
“It would behoove us to work together…to make sure that we—in my humble opinion—protect our constituents, but also protect an industry that I think is needed.” By Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner Wisconsin lawmakers are backing competing visions for the future of hemp in the state. One proposal, (SB 682), was discussed during a Thursday meeting…
Wisconsin GOP Lawmakers Are Divided On How To Regulate Hemp Read More »
Microdosing vs. Macrodosing Psychedelics Which Situations Call For Microdosing or Macrodosing? Over the past few years, psychedelics have become part of mainstream consciousness. But instead of psychedelics being used as recreational drugs, there’s now a more serious appreciation for them as they are used for creativity, mental health, and personal growth. That said,…
Microdosing vs. Macrodosing Psychedelics Read More »
“Many small businesses simply cannot absorb this level of cost and will be forced to shut down rather than renew.” By Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune Texas state health officials have proposed raising licensing fees by as much as 13,000 percent for some hemp businesses, among a slate of changes that many industry members and…
Proposed Texas Hemp License Fee Hike Will Force Businesses To Read More »
It’s winter time and that means the days are short, dark and cold, and your skin is in need of some extra TLC to help combat the dryness that arctic temperatures can bring. During this time of the year, it’s important to switch up your skin routine to incorporate moisturizers that are thicker in texture…
8 Cannabis Creams for Treating Your Dry Winter Skin Read More »
Rescheduling could let DC legalize marijuana sales; MA anti-cannabis initiative challenge; Study: CBD combats tumors; OH’s $1 billion in sales Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… BREAKING: Journalism…
Federal medical cannabis protections approved in Congress (Newsletter: January 9, Read More »
A Florida lawmaker has introduced a new bill to legalize recreational marijuana that also aims to break up what he calls “monopolies” in the state’s current medical cannabis program by revising the business licensing structure. The legislation, filed by Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith (D), comes as the state Supreme Court reviews the constitutionality of proposed…
New Florida Bill Would Legalize Recreational Marijuana And End ‘Monopolies’ Read More »
A GOP congressman says President Donald Trump made it “very clear” his administration should move forward with rescheduling marijuana, and so he isn’t concerned about the possibility that the Justice Department will delay or ignore the recent directive to complete the process. Rep. Dave Joyce (R-OH), co-chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus, told Marijuana Moment…
GOP Congressman Dismisses Concerns About Marijuana Rescheduling Delay, Saying Trump Read More »
The governor of Kentucky says he’s “not satisfied” with the time it’s taken to launch the state’s medical marijuana program, but he anticipates that the pace of patient access will “pick up significantly” in 2026—and that progress includes the new approval of the first cannabis processor business for operations. Gov. Andy Beshear (D) gave an…
Kentucky Governor ‘Not Satisfied’ With Medical Marijuana Access Rollout, But Read More »
The Trump administration is backing away from a prior federal recommendation to limit alcohol consumption to specific amounts, even as marijuana remains federally criminalized and more Americans are choosing cannabis for personal health reasons. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released updated dietary guidance on Wednesday, drawing…
Trump Administration Ditches Alcohol Limit Guidance As Marijuana Remains Federally Read More »
On Monday, January 5, leading cannabis edibles company Wyld announced the acquisition of Grön, a women-led brand focused on creating delicious, handcrafted, cannabis-infused edibles. The deal brings together two of the most recognized and respected names in edibles—both from Oregon—combining Grön’s premium, innovation-driven portfolio with Wyld’s extensive distribution reach across North America. According to the companies,…
Q&A: Christine Apple on Grön’s Next Chapter With Wyld Read More »
