marijuana

A Democratic senator is touting the inclusion of hemp research provisions she secured as part of a Senate-passed agriculture spending bill, calling the cannabis plant “one of the oldest and most versatile crops in agriculture.” Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) promoted the $1 million in funding that was incorporated into the appropriations legislation, designated for the…

“My position has been, and continues to be, that we should not legalize marijuana in the future.” By William Skipworth, New Hampshire Bulletin On Monday, President Donald Trump said his administration is considering reclassifying marijuana—a drug that’s been legalized for recreational use in a growing number of states over the past decade and a half. While…

There’s an old saying among cannabis cultivators: “Cannabis isn’t addictive, growing it is.” As someone who’s cropped out several times over the years, I can attest to the profound truth in those words. But recent polling data reveals an even more fascinating phenomenon – cannabis is proving to be a “gateway crop” that’s inspiring millions…

As New Jersey’s first marijuana consumption lounges are opening, regulators are sharing information about where to find the sites and offering tips about how to responsibly use cannabis at the licensed businesses—including classic stoner cultural customs like “puff, puff, pass.” About a month after the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) granted its first social…

“I am confident that OCM and the Minnesota cannabis industry will continue to prioritize public health and safety, consumer confidence and market integrity.” By Michelle Griffith, Minnesota Reformer Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) on Wednesday announced that Eric Taubel will serve as executive director of the Office of Cannabis Management. He’s been serving in the…