President Donald Trump’s nominee to head the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration told a Senate committee that reviewing the agency’s administrative process to reclassify marijuana will be “one of my first priorities” if he is confirmed.
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The great cannabis cultivation debate: hand- or machine-trim?
Choosing whether to trim cannabis by hand or machine is a decision that impacts both the final aesthetic and the perceived quality of marijuana buds as well as a cultivator’s operational efficiency and the bottom line.
Missouri to research viability of issuing more adult-use marijuana licenses
Three research firms are competing to analyze Missouri’s cannabis market to help the state determine whether it should issue additional adult-use marijuana business licenses.
Cannabis trade group urges retained Canadian prime minister to change policies
With Mark Carney retaining his role as Canada’s prime minister, the Cannabis Council of Canada is calling on the Liberal government to implement policy changes to ensure the country’s marijuana industry continues to grow.
Michigan trade group wants state to quit issuing new cannabis business licenses
With adult-use marijuana prices plunging, Michigan’s largest lobbying organization for the state’s MJ industry is asking lawmakers to stop issuing new cannabis business licenses.
Tilray is exiting New Zealand’s medical cannabis market to focus on Australia
Tilray Medical is leaving New Zealand’s medical cannabis market to focus on its MMJ operations in Australia.
Minnesota targets farmers growing cannabis in $2 million grant program
Minnesota is launching a $2 million grant program to help farmers succeed in the state’s impending recreational cannabis industry.
No charges filed in wrongdoing probe of ex-Oregon official with marijuana ties
An investigation into potential wrongdoing by a former Oregon secretary of state who took a side job with a marijuana company has been closed with no criminal charges filed.
How will Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis market shake out?
The adult-use cannabis market in Minnesota could end up mirroring the state’s celebrated craft beer scene.
Delaware governor nominates new marijuana commissioner
Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer has nominated attorney and government regulations expert Joshua Sanderlin to be the state’s next marijuana commissioner.
Former cannabis executives share tips for successful exits
A growing number of pioneers in the cannabis industry are leveraging their hard-earned capital to explore new horizons.
Cannabis operator Village Farms gets extension to regain Nasdaq compliance
Cannabis operator Village Farms International has received a 180-day extension to regain compliance with the minimum closing bid price of $1 per share required to maintain its listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market.
