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New SBA lending rules could curb loans to marijuana and hemp businesses

The U.S. Small Business Administration updated its lending guidelines with new rules that could have a major impact…

News May 1

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National and international news developments in the cannabis industry.

News May 1
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Despite historic inroads, federal marijuana reform faces uphill climb before midterm elections

Political support for reforming federal cannabis laws appears to be snowballing: Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority…

News April 24
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FDA advisory panel gives thumbs-up to CBD epilepsy treatment

A CBD treatment for epilepsy is closer to becoming the first cannabis medicine approved for the U.S. market.

News April 19
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Here’s how the FDA’s review of epilepsy drug could affect CBD companies

It’s shaping up to be a watershed summer for the cannabis industry with the U.S. Food and Drug…

News April 18
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Impending ruling on epilepsy drug has CBD industry on alert

The most disruptive product to hit the newly legal hemp industry might be one that will never be…

News April 11
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FDA seeks public input on whether cannabis, CBD should be descheduled

As the cannabis plant awaits a high-stakes review from international health authorities, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration…

News April 9
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MJBizDaily launches website dedicated to hemp coverage

As the hemp industry grows in the United States and around the globe, so too does Marijuana Business…

News April 4
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Organa Brands co-founder Ralph Morgan departs for new CBD venture

The co-founder of marijuana vape manufacturer Organa Brands is leaving to start a new company focused on hemp-derived…

News April 3
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Vermont hemp processor wins partial victory in crop dispute

A Vermont hemp processor accused of stealing a contract farmer’s hemp crop won’t be held personally liable for…

News March 28
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