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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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Utah proposal would ban artificial cannabinoids in hemp

A proposed amendment to Utah’s industrial hemp rules would prohibit artificially derived cannabinoids HHC, THCP and THC-OAc from…

News September 17
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NJ governor signs bill to remove intoxicating hemp from stores

Products containing intoxicating levels of hemp-derived THC must be removed from store shelves in New Jersey – for…

News September 12
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Psilocybin among contaminants found in intoxicating Delaware hemp products

Secret shoppers in Delaware purchased potentially dangerous — and illegal — hemp-derived products containing contaminants and even psilocybin.

News September 12
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Federal appeals court decision raises spirits of hemp operators

Hemp interests are celebrating a federal appeals court decision last week that challenges the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s…

News September 11
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California issues emergency regulations to ban intoxicating hemp products

California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday issued emergency regulations for intoxicating products derived from hemp.

News September 6
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