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The Emjays International Cannabis Awards 2024 winners announced

The winners of The Emjays International Cannabis Awards for 2024 were presented Thursday night in conjunction with MJBizCon.

News December 6
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Ohio, Florida and hemp are rising stars of cannabis industry, MJBizCon panel says

While California and Michigan engaged in a yearlong battle for sales leader among regulated marijuana markets, much of…

News December 5
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Retailers sue Connecticut over THC limits for hemp products

A new lawsuit targets Connecticut's laws limiting the amount of THC in manufactured hemp products in the state.

News December 2
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Cannabis helped Greta Gaines and Ricky Williams find meaning after sports

After abruptly ending their successful sports careers, Greta Gaines and Ricky Williams found a new path leading marijuana…

News December 2
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USDA assumes oversight of Michigan hemp farmers

Michigan hemp farmers are operating under the U.S. Department of Agriculture now that the state has shut down…

News November 22
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Senate Farm Bill draft signals bipartisan desire to solve intoxicating hemp problem

U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow released a proposal that redefines hemp to address cannabinoids such as delta-8 THC as…

News November 19
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Judge allows New York hemp operators to remove signs claiming illicit activity

A New York state judge has ruled that hemp businesses can remove signs posted outside their businesses by…

News November 18
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Feds again delay requirement for hemp to be tested at DEA-licensed labs

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has again extended a deadline for federally approved hemp to be tested at…

News November 15
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New Jersey will enforce portions of new hemp-derived THC ban, agency says

New Jersey marijuana authorities say they will enforce a state ban on hemp products containing THC or derivatives…

News November 11
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United Kingdom should raise THC allowed in hemp, panel recommends

The United Kingdom should increase the amount of THC allowed in hemp to 0.3%, a government-appointed advisory panel…

News November 7
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