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Georgia hemp community responds to hurricane, new regulations

The Georgia hemp industry was tasked with the dual challenge of navigating a hurricane and new regulations governing…

News October 2
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Kentucky’s first medical marijuana business license goes to a testing lab

A cannabis testing laboratory is Nicholasville, Kentucky, is the first business to receive a license under the state’s…

News September 27
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Congress should clarify hemp-derived cannabinoids fall under CSA, report says

Congress ought to "state clearly" that hemp-derived THC and other intoxicating cannabinoids extracted from hemp are subject to…

News September 27
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Lawsuit seeks to block California ban on intoxicating hemp-derived products

Six hemp companies and a major lobbying group for the industry filed a lawsuit seeking to block California's…

News September 25
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Hemp bill introduced in Congress would ban synthetic THC nationwide

A new federal agency would be responsible for enforcing fresh regulations imposed on Farm Bill-compliant hemp products in…

News September 25
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California emergency orders restricting intoxicating hemp products now in effect

Emergency regulations issued by California Gov. Gavin Newsom a few weeks ago limiting the sale and production of…

News September 24
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Sales of intoxicating hemp products in Missouri to resume despite gov’s order

Sales of products containing intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids may resume in Missouri after a top state official indicated a…

News September 23
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Audience and purpose drive cannabis sales: Q&A with Kanha Global’s Angela Cheng

Targeted marketing plans that align with local and cultural values are essential for marijuana companies seeking to maximize…

News September 19
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South Carolina official says hemp-derived THC drinks are legal

South Carolina Solicitor General Robert Cook confirmed that nonalcoholic beverages containing hemp-derived delta-9 THC are legal under the…

News September 18
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Japan updates CBD regulations, retains strict THC caps

Japan released long-awaited guidance for CBD manufacturers after amending the Cannabis Control Act to include strict THC limits…

News September 17
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