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Can the $28 billion hemp industry be saved?

With a looming federal ban that could shut down the industry, Lackner is pushing for regulations and a…

News April 9
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Are state bans on hemp THC constitutional?

Hemp operators are using constitutional challenges to unwind state-level bans on hemp-derived THC products.

News April 8
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Massachusetts cannabis law revamp could double MSO retail footprint

The bill also would remove the rule that forced medical marijuana businesses to grow, process and sell all…

News April 8
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Report: North Carolina illicit cannabis market is worth $3 billion

By transitioning consumers to a regulated framework, North Carolina could capture substantial economic benefits.

News April 7
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President Donald Trump in the Oval Office signing an executive order reclassifying cannabis as less dangerous.

Trump Justice Department turmoil not expected to delay marijuana rescheduling

The abrupt firing of Attorney General Pam Bondi, whom President Donald Trump had ordered to reschedule cannabis, isn't…

News April 2
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President Donald Trump in the Oval Office signing an executive order reclassifying cannabis as less dangerous.

Trump CBD reimbursement program launches amid legal challenge from rescheduling foes

Cannabis rescheduling opponents sued the Trump administration in federal court to block a revolutionary reimbursement program for CBD…

March 31
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Missouri cracks down on hemp THC retailers ahead of federal ban

Stores must immediately halt sales of intoxicating hemp products because of concerns over mislabeled and potentially unsafe merchandise.

March 26
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How US cannabis breeders can protect their IP before legalization

From patents to plant variety protection, cannabis genetics breeders have several options available to protect their intellectual property.

News March 23
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President Donald Trump in the Oval Office signing an executive order reclassifying cannabis as less dangerous.

New THC allowance in Trump administration CBD Medicare plan, but no launch date yet

But other key questions the hemp industry has, such as when the program launches and who can participate,…

News March 19
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New limits on Ohio cannabis businesses imposed as hemp THC ban goes live

The new laws are in response to the hemp THC ban that President Donald Trump signed into law…

News March 19
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