New Zealand cannabis scheme on schedule for April launch despite COVID-19 pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic sweeping the globe is not expected to affect the initial launch of New Zealand’s medical cannabis scheme, which is set to take effect April 1, a government official told Marijuana Business Daily.

No edibles under New Zealand’s medical cannabis scheme, government says

Businesses will be barred from marketing cannabis edibles under New Zealand’s medical program, which kicks off in April, the government confirmed to Marijuana Business Daily, eliminating for now the opportunity for companies to capitalize on what could be a sizable market.

New Zealand to overturn cannabis vaporizer ban, clearing the way for imports

New Zealand plans to reverse a law banning cannabis vaporizers before new regulations kick in for the launch of the country’s medical program in April, Marijuana Business Daily has learned.

New Zealand finalizes groundwork to launch medical cannabis industry in April

New Zealand completed the regulatory foundation for its medical cannabis sector this week, making a key concession by not requiring specialist approval for prescriptions.

New Zealand’s adult-use cannabis law would allow consumption lounges but impose cultivation limits

New Zealand has unveiled a draft law detailing the strict controls that would apply to recreational marijuana businesses and consumers if voters choose to legalize adult use in a 2020 referendum.