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France advances plans to legalize medical cannabis

France’s four-year campaign to launch a fully regulated medical cannabis framework is finally being realized.

News April 3
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German cannabis exec reflects on 1-year anniversary of recreational policy reform

A year ago Germany legalized marijuana possession for adults, home grows and the formation of nonprofit cannabis clubs,…

News March 28
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Canadian cannabis producer rebrands as Organigram Global

Canadian cannabis producer Organigram Holdings has rebranded to Organigram Global as it seeks to expand its presence in…

News March 26
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How to take your marijuana brand global

Expanding a marijuana brand across international markets is a thrilling and challenging endeavor.

News March 19
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Greek cannabis operator Curity Pharma secures cultivation license

Greek cannabis operator Curity Pharma has been awarded a government operating license for a cultivation operation in the…

News March 4
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From client to co-founder, Storz & Bickel executive on US tour to drum up cannabis business

Co-founder Jürgen Bickel discusses Storz & Bickel's rigorous testing protocols, the growth of Germany’s medical cannabis market and…

News March 3
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Cannabis retailer High Tide rethinking acquisition of German operator

Canada-based cannabis retailer High Tide is stepping back from its deal with Purecan GmbH to enter Germany's medical…

News February 25
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What will Germany’s election outcome mean for nation’s cannabis industry?

Conservative leader Friedrich Merz’s election victory in Germany could result in a potential slowdown or reversal of the…

News February 24
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Could 2025 be the year of university and cannabis industry partnerships?

2025 is poised to be a pivotal year for partnerships between the cannabis industry and universities, both in…

News February 21
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Switzerland charts conservative course for adult-use cannabis legalization

In a significant step forward for cannabis legalization in Europe, a parliamentary commission in Switzerland has proposed a…

News February 18
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