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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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Germany’s cannabis market is evolving, but elections loom

German voters will decide Feb. 23 between the Social Democratic Party and the Christian Democratic Union. If voters…

News February 14
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Australia’s medical cannabis revenue may outpace top EU markets, report shows

Australia’s medical cannabis revenue is expected to grow from around $600 million (AU$955.1 million) in 2024 to more…

News February 11
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How American cannabis cultivators can expand into Germany

With Germany’s cannabis market speedily evolving and open to international players, U.S. cultivators now have an excellent opportunity…

News February 4
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Medical cannabis exports from Canada doubled in first half of 2024

Canadian medical cannabis exports expanded dramatically in 2024 amid the rapid expansion of markets across Europe.

News January 23
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Germany’s adult-use cannabis pilot programs could benefit foreign operators

Companies and scientific institutions could sell adult-use products in Germany under new legislation that allows these groups to…

News December 18
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Denmark looking to turn medical marijuana pilot into permanent market

Denmark’s six-year medical cannabis pilot scheme could soon be expanded into a "permanent" market, according to a recent…

News December 5
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3 cannabis genetics companies to merge, will be led by Barney’s Farm CEO

Cannabis seed producers Barney’s Farm Genetics, I Love Growing Marijuana (ILGM) and Sensi Seeds are merging under a…

News December 5
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