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Juicy Feeling: The Bigger Net is Closing on Dr Green Following Disastrous SA Launch

9 July 2025 at 11:30:00
Dr Green attempted to launch its medical cannabis service and ‘token’ investment scheme in South Africa earlier this year, but that fell apart when the company’s CFO, Ricardo Capone (pictured here), fled the country under mysterious circumstances. Now it seems Dr Green’s international operations are coming under scrutiny from several quarters, and it could all unravel further.
Rise in Medical Cannabis Patients Poses New Challenges for Employers

8 July 2025 at 08:30:00
Cannabis in the workplace will increasingly become an issue with the rising number of medical cannabis patients in South Africa. One of the potential dilemmas is the balancing the rights of an employee to privacy around their ailments and medication against the obligations of the employer to provide a safe working environment for all workers.
Worldwide Problem: Doctors Still Leave Medical School Without Knowing About the Endocannabinoid System

6 July 2025 at 09:15:00
Can Europe scale up to 5 million medical cannabis patients? That was one of the main discussion points at the recent Cannabis Europa Conference in London (pictured above) which found the medical cannabis industry in Europe is thriving but science and medical training is lagging far behind.
Thailand Restricts Cannabis to Medical Use Only

2 July 2025 at 18:30:00
In a significant shift, Thailand's Ministry of Public Health has officially restricted cannabis use exclusively to medical purposes, rolling out new regulations aimed at preventing misuse and ensuring its benefits are channeled solely for health.
Cannabis Seeds Launched To Orbit By SpaceX Crash Into Sea, Setting Back Mission To Grow Marijuana On Mars

30 June 2025 at 17:45:00
A science experiment intended to study how cannabis seeds fare in space—in hopes of one day planting the crop on the moon or even Mars—failed last week when a capsule carrying the payload crashed into the Pacific Ocean.
UN Drugs Report 2025: North Americans Now Consuming More Cannabis Than Anyone Else, Anywhere

29 June 2025 at 10:45:00
Over 20% of North Americans have consumed cannabis over the past year. The comparable figure in West Africa is 10% and in South Africa 5%! The latest UN figures show that cannabis use has increased 34% worldwide over the past decade.
SA Dealing With ‘Complex and Evolving Drug Landscape’ as Substance Abuse On the Rise Worldwide.

29 June 2025 at 07:30:00
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has praised South Africa for its efforts in addressing a ‘complex and evolving drug landscape’. The UN says SA’s development of a Drug Master Plan was one its notable achievements in harms reduction and treatment initiatives.
UN Drugs Report 2025: 1 in 10 Cannabis Users Risk Developing Psychological Disorders

28 June 2025 at 12:30:00
Around 1 in every 10 people who use cannabis develop a cannabis use disorder. That’s one of the findings of the recently-released UN World Drug Report 2025, which says that heavy consumption at adolescence can have a bad effect later in life.
European Drug Report 2025 Warns of the Rising Use of Synthetic Cannabis and Negative Effects on Consumer Health

22 June 2025 at 16:30:00
Higher cannabis potency and the rise of semi-synthetic cannabinoids in a frightening array of new products is impacting consumer health. This is the warning from the 2025 European Drug Report which says there are 1 000 new active substances on the European Drug data base and the polyconsumption of drugs is the new normal.
Market Forces May be Causing a ‘Bottleneck in Cannabis Genetics’ Endangering the Plant’s Natural Diversity

18 June 2025 at 08:00:00
Widespread legalization of cannabis could be leading to a decline in the biodiversity of the plant and make ‘cannabis in the wild’ a thing of the past. A new study suggests that commercialization may be creating ‘the bottlenecking of cannabis genetics’.
Namibian Justice Officials Attend Colorado Conference on International Cannabis Regulations

13 June 2025 at 07:00:00
Namibia may be in for a complete overhaul of its cannabis laws in the strongest indications yet from the Government of a change in its prohibitionist attitude. It has called for public input on current legislation and proposals on the way forward, and senior Justice Department officials this month attended the Cannabis Regulators Association meeting in Denver, Colarado.
History in the Making: South Africa and Lesotho To Set Up Cross-Border Cannabis Trade Agreement

6 June 2025 at 10:45:00
South Africa and Lesotho have taken the first concrete steps to establishing a cannabis ‘SADEC’ with trade representatives agreeing to establish a common regulatory framework. The two countries intend to standardize their cannabis guidelines and seek ways to leverage this trade agreement to take advantage of international markets.
The Capone Connection: Joining the Dots Between Dr Green and Professor Herb

4 June 2025 at 16:45:00
Ricardo Capone appears to have successfully eluded his pressing creditor issues and is alive and well and in an unknown location. The Dr Green executive abandoned his digital cannabis marketing campaign ahead of the Cannabis Expo and fled South Africa, where he had also been setting up a dodgy medical cannabis scheme under the Professor Herb brand.
Expo Mystery: ‘Dr Green’ Disappears with Suspicious Looking Men From His Sandton Hotel

3 June 2025 at 10:30:00
Dr Green, a flash Californian cannabis digital token marketing business, was meant to put on a big show at the Expo but the mystery disappearance of one of its senior executives effectively pulled the plug on the US company’s bid to market its new cannabis NFT. The question is: whatever happened to Ricardo Capone, and who took him away?
Trending USA: Guys More Likely to Smoke, Women Prefer Edibles, Drinks and Lotions

27 May 2025 at 12:45:00
A new report from a US federal agency examines modes of cannabis consumption preferred by Americans, finding that while smoking remains the most common method overall, it’s also far more popular among male consumers than female ones. Meanwhile, women are more likely to consume cannabis edibles, beverages and topicals than men are.
Crackdown on Organized Crime Sends Shockwaves Through Portuguese Medical Cannabis Industry

22 May 2025 at 16:15:00
The massive Portuguese police operation, Operation Weed, targeted several major legal medical cannabis companies for allegedly being part of an international drug trafficking syndicate. The nationwide raids by over 300 Portuguese police officers has resulted so far in the seizure of over seven tons of cannabis and five arrests – and has sent shockwaves through the industry.
Deputy President Tells French Trade Conference that SA is Developing an “Investor-Friendly Cannabis Framework”

22 May 2025 at 13:00:00
The Presidency has activated its resources to try and attract international investors for South Africa’s struggling cannabis and hemp sector. Deputy President Paul Mashatile (pictured here) has told a high level trade conference in Paris that South Africa is developing an ‘investor-friendly cannabis framework’ that warrants their attention.
RIP Jose Mujica: The Uruguayan President Who Kick-Started Global Cannabis Legalization

21 May 2025 at 06:15:00
The former President of Uruguay was not just any kinda guy. Jose Mujica was a revolutionary of the old order and among the sweeping changes the ‘Poor Man’s President’ made in coming to power was to make Uruguay the first country to legalize cannabis completely.
South Korean Scientists Discover New Cannabinoid – Cannabielsoxa Appears to Have 'Anti-Tumour' Effect

18 May 2025 at 07:00:00
The new compound was discovered during cancer research and revealed ‘strong inhibitory activity’ in combating tumours. Researchers say the discovery of Cannabielsoxa is an initial step towards combating cancer in children.
THCV Looks to be the Magic ‘Weight Loss’ Cannabis Compound

4 May 2025 at 17:00:00
Research on the use of cannabis components to aid weight loss found that use of a combined product containing the cannabinoids THCV and CBD “was associated with statistically significant weight loss” as well as a slimmer waistline, lower blood pressure and decreased cholesterol.
Global Medical Cannabis Market Experiencing Healthy, Double Digit Growth Despite Regulatory Challenges

2 May 2025 at 14:00:00
The ‘Medical Marijuana Global Strategic Business Report 2025’ projects over 14% compound growth in the international market with key growth drivers including increased legalization, technological advancements in cultivation and extraction, and rising chronic disease prevalence. Among the challenges are regulatory hurdles and social stigma.
Largest Ever Cannabis Cancer Study Shows ‘Overwhelming’ Scientific Consensus on its Benefits

20 April 2025 at 13:00:00
A major new study shows mainstream medicine is firmly onboard in acknowledging the therapeutic role cannabis can play in treating cancer-related symptoms. The researchers say they were expecting controversy in canvassing doctors and scientists on the issue, but instead found overwhelming consensus on the benefits of cannabis.
Major International Cannabis Conference Coming to SA: Overcoming Barriers and Developing Standards

16 April 2025 at 10:30:00
A major international conference on ‘Barriers to Entry’ in the cannabis industry is to take place in South Africa next month. The ASTM conference will also look at refining international standards on cannabis food and beverages. Deadline for registration is next week.
Israel Threatens Tariffs Against Canada for Cannabis ‘Dumping’

16 April 2025 at 08:00:00
Trade wars appear to be the new world order, with tariffs becoming the choice weapons of the age. It’s not just the White House that is upending international relations, Israel is considering imposing tariffs of up to 165% on Canadian producers to stop them ‘dumping’ product in Israel.
Probably a World Record: Nigeria Destroys 1,4 Million Tons of Illegal Cannabis in One Go

14 April 2025 at 11:00:00
Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) carried out what is probably the biggest cannabis burn ever: 1,4 million tons of cannabis were destroyed in Abuja at the weekend as part of a public drug awareness campaign. By way of comparison, legal cannabis sales in the US in 2023 amounted to less than 3 000 tons.
Chic Power: Women Drive the Worldwide ‘Cannabis Wellness Revolution’

11 April 2025 at 11:00:00
‘Cannabis and wellness’ is a growing trend, and internationally, women are driving innovation and shaping this new market. They are seeking out products that fit into a healthier lifestyle and using them with more sophisticated intention.
Main Networking Event of the Year: Cheeba Africa’s Industry Summit at Cannabis Expo

9 April 2025 at 18:30:00
Cheeba Africa has announced it will hold a two day ‘Cannabis and Hemp Summit’ at the Cannabis Expo to bring stakeholders together to network, upskill and develop their business concepts. It will also provide a forum for the industry to discuss how best to deal with Government in the imminent ‘stakeholder discussons’ on cannabis policy.
Cannabis Expo Signs Up Synergy as Headline Sponsor, Gets Ready to Rock Sandton at the End of May

9 April 2025 at 13:15:00
Africa’s grandest cannabis show comes to town next month in the form of the Cannabis Expo. The three day celebration of cannabis culture and essential business networking will be held at the Sandton Convention Centre from 30 May to 1 June 2025. Thousands of people are expected to attend the Expo which will also see a ‘summit’ of industry stakeholders take place to discuss how to push cannabis reform forward.
Big Alcohol Wants to Be Tennessee’s Hemp Regulator: ‘It’s Like Asking the Malboro Man to Run a Yoga Studo’

7 April 2025 at 11:00:00
Big Booze is nervous. Alcohol sales are dropping and cannabis consumption is rising. In the US, Tennessee Alcoholic Hemp Commission wants to be the regulator of the cannabis industry. Columnist Stephen Brown from Nothing But Hemp says this is a bad idea: a cannabinoid is not something you chase with lime and salt, and that maybe scientists should be in charge.
'If SA Gets Cannabis Framework Right, It Could Be a Blueprint for BRICS+'

7 April 2025 at 09:00:00
An unlikely newcomer to the cannabis industry commentariat has just weighed in with the unlikely notion that if South Africa gets its policy framework right, it could serve as a blueprint for the BRICS+ group of nations. Independent media owner Dr Iqbal Surve, says cannabis could be a way of fostering new trade relationships outside traditional cannabis markets.
Trump’s Tariffs Will Make US Consumers Pay More For Their Cannabis

4 April 2025 at 10:30:00
The US cannabis industry is a closed production and consumer loop. But it has relied heavily on cheap Chinese packaging, which is now subject to the 36% tariff imposed by President Trump. Bottom line is that cannabis just got more expensive for the US’s 61 million users.
Enua Riding Green Wave in Germany, Seeks SA Flower as Demand Surges

4 April 2025 at 10:00:00
Leading German cannabis company Enua is seeking South African cultivators to feed growing demand for medical cannabis in Europe. Enua’s managing partner , Albert Schwarzmeier was in the Cape recently cementing a supplier relationship with local partner Nexus. He’s told MJBiz how the German market has exceeded expectations.
Paraguay On Course to Integrate 10 000 Farmers into Legal Cannabis Framework

30 March 2025 at 15:30:00
Paraguay’s Congress is likely to approve the legalization of cannabis in April coinciding with an ambitious private sector project to bring thousands of small-scale growers into the legal mainstream.
UN Bans HHC or ‘Synthetic Cannabis’ for Worldwide Non-Medical Use

27 March 2025 at 07:00:00
South Africa voted along with 49 other nations to ban hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) at the UN Commission on Psychotropic Substances (CND) in Vienna earlier this month. HHC, which is synthetically derived and similar in effect to THC, has been widely available legally in many parts of the US and Europe.
Energy Crunch Facing US Indoor Growers – Gas Emmissions Now Equal that of 10 m Cars

26 March 2025 at 09:30:00
The economics of cannabis cultivation are starting to hurt US farmers dependent on indoor growing facilities. A new study shows there’s renewed interest in outdoor growing as the environmental – and financial – costs of indoor grow ops mount.
Thanks to the Health Minister SA Now Has One of the Most Restrictive Food Policies in the World

25 March 2025 at 10:45:00
South Africa now has one of the most restrictive food policies in the world following the ban on hemp foodstuffs. Open Farms chairman and attorney, Shaad Vayej (pictured here), says government should be aligning with international best practice in developing the hemp sector, but has instead imposed “a backward-looking restriction that harms businesses, limits consumer access, and contradicts prior regulations.”
Zimbabwe’s 'Dr Zoey': The Region Should Harmonize Regulations And Market Itself as a Solid Bloc on World Markets

22 March 2025 at 13:15:00
Imagine a ‘Cannabis SADEC’ in which the member countries harmonized their regulatory criteria and worked as a solid bloc to market southern African medical and industrial cannabis to the world. That’s the vision of Zimbabwe’s leading cannabis change-maker, Dr Zorodzai Maroveke who says that would make a real difference Africa’s prospects of becoming a real player in the global game.
Enua Signs 10 Ton Offtake Order With Nexus, Opening a New Door for SA Farmers to the Lucrative German Market

19 March 2025 at 16:00:00
Major German medical cannabis distributor Enua has expressed its confidence in the quality of South African export cannabis production and is seeking a long-term relationship with SAHPRA licensees through biomass processor Nexus.
Cannabis-Infused Foods on the Rise Worldwide, Highlighting Need for International Guidelines

15 March 2025 at 10:00:00
There are undisputed therapeutic and nutritional benefits associated with cannabis-infused foodstuff and around the world consumer demand is rising for such products. However, there are no international guidelines protecting consumers and a framework needs to be put in place.
JuicyFields Saga: Headspinning 'Scams Within Scams' and Now a Shadowy Link to the Russian 'Deep State'

7 March 2025 at 08:00:00
The first Juicyfields cases are likely to come before European courts this year as two new twists emerge in the scam that cost thousands of investors an estimated US$678 million. Journalists have found links to Russian ‘deep state’ involvement, and the lawyer bringing the investor class action against Juicyfields is suspected of being a scammer himself!
Botswana Leverages Gaberone’s Twin City Status with Toronto to its Cannabis Advantage

4 March 2025 at 10:00:00
Botswana is the latest African country to partially legalize cannabis, and South African and Canadian stakeholders are getting in on the regulatory ground floor. Botswana hopes to use South African and Canadian expertise in getting a framework in place that will enable it to use cannabis to reduce its dependence on diamond exports, stimulate business and reduce unemployment.
Trump Looks to Slash Cannabis Research Funding, Long-Awaited Rescheduling Now in Doubt

4 March 2025 at 12:45:00
Donald Trump’s ascension to the White House throne was initially greeted with cautious optimism by US cannabis stakeholders, who hoped his pro-business stance would be good for the industry. However, the President’s determination to cut federal research funding threatens over 500 cannabis projects, and puts in doubt whether cannabis rescheduling will actually take place this year.
Cannabis is the Gateway Drug to the World’s New Plant-based Medicine Revolution

1 March 2025 at 08:30:00
Plant-based therapies are becoming all the rage as more scientists unlock nature’s secrets to find new healing and wellness benefits. Africa is well-poised to take advantage of the new global plant-based product revolution that is integrating cosmetics and healing.
CBD Shots Prove There’s Life Left in the Old Nag as Israel Develops New Pain Treatment Product for Animals

20 February 2025 at 12:30:00
Israeli company Innocann, has developed a single shot CBD injection treatment for osteoarthritis that could have wide application in the international veterinary world. The Liposomal CBD treatment was administered to Ariel the elderly donkey with positive results and there could be future application for humans.
Dr Gallow in Demand: SA’s ‘Medical Cannabis Ambassador’ Hits the World Stage After Concluding Ground-breaking SA Research

19 February 2025 at 12:30:00
Dr Shiksha Gallow recently wrapped up SA’s first Pharma-ethics and DOH approved clinical trials involving cannabis and has now become a highly sought after presenter in the international medical cannabis arena. She is presenting two papers in Brisbane this week at the CIU Australian Medical Cannabis Conference. This follows her whirlwind tour of USA, Costa Rica, Thailand and the Philippines in the past few months
Will the Shift to the Right Derail Germany’s Dramatic Regulatory Changes?

17 February 2025 at 08:00:00
Germany’s cannabis sector has undergone dramatic regulatory changes in the last year, particularly in medical cannabis uptake. However, stakeholders are concerned that the gains may be undone as the European political landscape shifts to the right.
‘TeleHealth’ Services Drive Rapidly Growing Australian Medical Cannabis Market

4 February 2025 at 07:00:00
Australia’s medical cannabis boom is being driven by an explosion of ‘telehealth’ clinics that have eliminated procedural bottlenecks and driven up prescription volumes. But they are also coming under scrutiny by authorities for ‘fronting’ for recreational use.
African Cannabis Hits an Impasse: Limited Vision, Disappointing Exports and No Local Market Development

29 January 2025 at 19:00:00
Africa has missed out on the first wave of cannabis legalization that has swept the Americas and Europe. Exports have not lived up to expectation and there has been limited local market development. African cannabis is now at an impasse and is being left further behind as international markets grow exponentially .
SA’s Medical Cannabis Expertise Spreads its Wings: Dr Gallow Invited to Philippines to Support Legalization Bid

15 January 2025 at 06:30:00
South Africa’s ‘Medical Cannabis Ambassador’, Dr Shiksha Gallow, recently trained and certified 40 doctors in medical cannabis in the Philippines where the practice is generally outlawed. She was keynote speaker at a conference pushing to legalize medical cannabis and urged the Manilla government to accept the legitimacy of cannabis as a healing plant.
Poland’s Medical Cannabis Shake-Up: Drastic Drop in Patients as Authorities Halt the “Prescription Machine’.

13 January 2025 at 09:30:00
Since November 2024, Poland has observed a drastic decrease in the number of prescriptions for medical cannabis. This change is a direct result of the tightening of regulations on ‘prescription machines’ by the Ministry of Health which specifies that prospective patients have to be personally examined by a doctor.
2025: Mixed Outlook for US Cannabis Market, But Overall A Better Year Expected

12 January 2025 at 08:30:00
2024 was a rough year for cannabis investors in the US, but 2025 could be much better. Here are cannabis investment specialist Cabot Health’s top eight predictions for the cannabis sector for the year ahead.
Blowing in the Wind: Cannabis Cross-Pollination a Source of Concern for US Hemp Farmers

6 January 2025 at 06:00:00
It’s well-known that cannabis pollen travels far and wide and that planting high THC and low THC varietals in the same geographical area can be detrimental to both. According to a new study, cross-pollination in the US cannabis industry is becoming a serious challenge.
Brand on the Run: Cannabis Marketing Tips for the New Year

1 January 2025 at 14:00:00
As South African cannabis begins pivoting from the underground into the mainstream, so does brand development become a key focus for entrepreneurs. And as everyone knows, you can’t develop a brand without marketing. Here IC Glass, California shares some marketing tips that local cannabis business may find useful in 2025.
Going into 2025, Africa’s Potential to be a Medical Cannabis Powerhouse Remains an Elusive Dream

30 December 2024 at 09:00:00
Africa faces numerous hurdles if it is ever to realize its potential to become a global leader in medical cannabis production. Among those challenges are balancing policy, economic growth and social norms. With lazy, conservative thinking entrenched in post-colonial governments across the continent, Africa is many years away from any hope of being a player in the world medical cannabis arena.
Bitcoin and Bud: Crypto Offers Cultivators a Secure Financial Tool to Protect Their Interests

22 December 2024 at 09:00:00
Bitcoin is the natural fit for the cannabis industry. If you believe in decentralization, open-source technology, resilience, and biodiversity, Bitcoin aligns perfectly with these values. By using Bitcoin, breeders and growers can be paid in a currency that allows them to focus on their craft without the need to engage in patent wars or defend intellectual property.
Cannabis Australia 2024: Inappropriate Policies Out of Kilter With Public Opinion

21 December 2024 at 05:00:00
Australia is one of the fastest growing medicinal cannabis markets and there is mounting public pressure for adult-use legalization. However, as John Ryan of the Pennington Institute reports, 2024 has been a year where authorities have not got the message and a prohibitionist mindset continues to hold the industry back.
Brazil: Medical Cannabis Market Booming as the Pieces Fall into Place

14 December 2024 at 07:00:00
Medical cannabis use has climbed to new peaks in Brazil, with a 56% increase in patients seeking treatment. This in turn has led to a 22% increase in revenue in the sector as the South American giant shows how the healing benefits of the plant are having a knock-on effect on the economy.
Global Drug Policy Report: The ‘War Against Drugs' Has Failed; Time to Move Beyond Punishment

13 December 2024 at 07:00:00
Cannabis legalization has reduced criminal activity and led to better health outcomes. That's the view of the Global Commission on Drug Policy which has urged the US and Canada to decriminalize the use and possession of drugs, saying to date previous prohibition policies have failed.
Syria’s Collapse Exposes How Dictator’s Captagon Cartel Cornered the Jihad Market

10 December 2024 at 06:00:00
Syria has been responsible for 80% of the world’s production of Captagon, a metamphetamine-like narcotic that makes one feel ‘invincible. described as. Deposed dictator Bashar al-Assad is believed to have earned billions from the illicit production and distribution of the Jihad’s ‘drug of choice’ that generated over US$4 billion for his regime. Now what’s going to happen?
‘Eco-Friendly’ is a Growing Fashion Niche But Hemp Clothing Will Never Challenge Synthetics in the Mass Market

7 December 2024 at 04:00:00
Hemp clothing is gaining traction as an eco-friendly alternative in the apparel industry. Yet, the higher price tag often deters consumers. This premium stems from production challenges, including natural yarn inconsistencies, rigorous quality control processes and the commitment to sustainable practices.
Scratching the Next Surface: Minor Cannabinoids Hold the Key to Major Therapeutic Benefits

4 December 2024 at 06:00:00
From CBN to CBG and THCA, there are more than 100 cannabinoids in the plant with different psychoactive and non-psychoactive components. Indeed, each cannabinoid counts different attributes, with research only beginning to scratch the surface of how we can leverage specific cannabinoids for specific therapies.
Moving on Up! Cheeba’s Higher Certificate Course has Become Africa’s First Officially Recognized Cannabis Education Qualification

29 November 2024 at 08:00:00
Cheeba Africa operates at a foundational level in cannabis development, providing the basic skills, training and education that is the bedrock of any sunrise industry. After years of persistence it has finally clinched official recognition for its Higher Certificate in Cannabis Production & Management course, providing a new basic industry standard.
Cartel Crackdown: Operation Orion, the Colombian Narco-Sub Navy, Record Coke Busts and 1 000 tons of Cannabis Seized in Undercover Raids

28 November 2024 at 10:00:00
A mega undercover anti-narcotics operation involving 64 countries resulted in the seizure of 1 000 tons of illicit cannabis and a world-record 225 kg cocaine bust. Operation Orion, which resulted in over 400 arrests, was aimed at hitting Colombian drug cartels and uncovered a major smuggling route from South America to Australia.
Australian Greens Fail to Push Cannabis Legalization Through the Senate

27 November 2024 at 12:00:00
Legalization in Australia has suffered a setback after a Greens Party bid to introduce a cannabis law in the Senate was blocked by other parties. The Greens responded, slamming the Government for continuing to “criminalize” Australia’s 8,8 million cannabis users, saying “legalization was inevitable”.
Trending USA: Pre-Roll Market on a Roll, Driven by Youngsters' Desire for 'Convenience Consumption'

25 November 2024 at 06:00:00
Millennials, Gen Xers and GenZ's are driving the shift towards convenience and ready-to-use cannabis products. One of the fastest growing segments in the US market over the past year as been that of pre-rolled joints. These have evolved from a niche offering to a staple on retail shelves
New Long-Term Study Busts Stereotypes About Cannabis Use and Mental Decline

22 November 2024 at 07:00:00
Men with a history of cannabis use over 44 years were not any more likely to show mental decline in old age than non-users. The ‘Brain and Behaviour’ Study is the latest report to debunk the myth that cannabis use leads to age-related cognitive decline.
Pain Relief is what Most Medical Cannabis Patients Are Looking For

20 November 2024 at 05:00:00
In the United States nearly one-third (32%) of medical cannabis patients cite chronic pain as their primary condition for medical cannabis use, with anxiety the second most common (26.8%) followed by insomnia (18.5%).
Finally, the Multi-Million Euro JuicyFields Cannabis Scam Starts Finding its Way to Court

17 November 2024 at 06:00:00
Two German nationals believed to be pivotal to the E645 million JuicyFields fraud are soon to appear in a Berlin court. However the thousands of investors left out of pocket by the complex cannabis pyramid scheme are unlikely to see any of their funds returned.
Trump’s White House Unlikely to Prioritize Cannabis, That’s Probably a Good Thing

13 November 2024 at 12:00:00
US cannabis stakeholders have cautiously welcomed Donald Trump’s return to the White House, saying the industry will probably escape the impending pushback of Biden policies. Trump does not see cannabis as a priority issue, which means current reform initiatives are likely to remain intact and that the plant is still in line to be removed from the federal list of controlled substances.
Former Israeli US Ambassador: IDF is Targeting Hezbollah’s Drug Empire in Lebanon

11 November 2024 at 09:00:00
The Israeli Defence Force believes that one of Hezbollah’s main funding sources is the trade in Captagon, a powerful amphetamine that is produced almost entirely in the Middle East. A former Israeli ambassador to the US says the recent IDF strikes in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley have the aim of taking out Hezbollah’s narcotics production infrastructure.
Trump’s Pro-Business Stance Gives US Cannabis Stakeholders ‘Tempered Hope’ for the Future

6 November 2024 at 18:00:00
Donald Trump’s White House victory has been greeted with cautious optimism by the big players in the US cannabis industry. They don’t see the Republicans rolling back plans for federal reform, banking access and state autonomy and hope for bipartisan support in dealing with regulatory challenges.
Mexico Moves to Ban All Vapes, Critics Fear The Cartels Will Step Into the Void

2 November 2024 at 07:00:00
Mexico’s new president wants to constitutionally ban all vapes by the end of the year. Critics are concerned that this overlooks the fact that vapes are nicotine alternatives and that banning them will simply drive the vape market further underground.
Global Cannabis Market Just Keeps Growing, Africa Nowhere Really to be Seen

31 October 2024 at 07:00:00
International consulting company Global G has just released its Global Cannabis Market: Fall 2024 Outlook which shows the market just keeps growing. The oils market especially has expanded rapidly in a sector that has increased by 14% in value over the past year. Sadly, Africa is nowhere to be found in this positive prognosis.
USA: NYC vs 'Grey Zone'; 'Grey Zone' Wins for Now

31 October 2024 at 06:00:00
South African cannabis retailers trapped in the ‘grey zone’ of regulatory vacuum may take heart from a recent bombshell ruling in New York City. A Queens judge has ruled as unconstitutional a state law that allowed NYC to padlock hundreds of suspected illegal cannabis shops.
New Wave of Legalization Expected After US Elections, Starting with Florida

30 October 2024 at 10:00:00
The US Presidential elections are set to unleash a new wave of cannabis legalization no matter what the outcome. This is the first US election where there is bipartisan support for cannabis reform with both Democrats and Republicans backing the Biden administration’s push to reschedule cannabis and remove it from the list of scheduled substances..
Trending USA: Younger Women Now Buying More Cannabis than the Guys

25 October 2024 at 07:00:00
The United States’ US$30 billion cannabis industry is experiencing a surge in female buying power. And with younger women now buying more cannabis than their male counterparts, cannabis companies are re-evaluating their product offerings and marketing strategies.
CBD Skincare Market is Growing Faster Than You Can Apply Moisturizer on a Dry Day

23 October 2024 at 09:00:00
The South African CBD skincare market is poised to grow significantly for the rest of the decade, outpacing most other CBD categories. This is in line with global trends which show that growing consumer awareness of CBD’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects is translating into sales.
Hemp-Derived CBD Pesticide Found to be Effective Against Mosquitoes

23 October 2024 at 08:00:00
New uses for industrial cannabis are being discovered all the time. A recent study published in the journal Insects found that hemp-derived CBD kills Yellow Fever mosquitoes in their larval phase, opening up new possibilities in ecologically-sustainable insect control.
Here’s a Thought from the Taxman in Kansas: It Would Be More Practical to First Legalize 'Rec' Use While Developing a Proper Medical Cannabis Framework

21 October 2024 at 08:00:00
Kansas lawmakers are debating cannabis legalization, and a senior taxman has suggested the US state start with regulating cannabis for recreational use rather than begin with a medical cannabis programme as other states have done. This, he said, would be “easier to implement”. South African policy-makers should take note: this could solve a lot of self-inflicted regulatory problems, which appear to be getting worse.
Paraguay exports 100% of its Flower to Europe, Uses Freeze Drying to Gain Competitive Advantage

19 October 2024 at 13:00:00
Paraguay has clinched a deal to export all its cannabis flower to Europe. It has wooed European buyers with advanced technology such as freeze-drying, to become a major player in the global cannabis industry.
White House Hopeful Kamala Harris Promises Federal Legalization, While Pro-Cannabis Campaigners in Florida Raise US$100 Million

16 October 2024 at 17:00:00
The US Presidential elections loom large with good news for the cannabis industry as both White House contenders are in favour of reform.. Kamala Harris has come out in support of federal legalization and Donald Trump says he’s in favour of a pro-cannabis vote on the Florida ballot. The pro-legalization lobby in Florida has raised over US$100 million to push for reform.
Cherokees Legalize Adult-Use in Own Territory in Prohibitionist North Carolina

9 October 2024 at 07:00:00
The legalization of cannabis across the US has left North Carolina behind. Here medical and recreational use remains prohibited, but that hasn’t stopped the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) to leverage their sovereignty to became the first indigenous tribe to launch a regulated cannabis market.
UK Study: Many ‘Cannabis Vapes’ Contain a Dangerous ‘Synthetic Cannabinoid”

8 October 2024 at 06:00:00
‘Synthetic Cannabinoids’ (SC’s) are prevelant in the cannabis vapes sourced from the US being sold in the UK. A University of Bath study has revealed that vaping might not be such a ‘less harmful’ way of ingesting cannabis than previously believed.
Breaking New Frontiers: Afriplex Unveils Process to Turn Cannabinoids into Non-Cannabis Catalysts For Industrial Applications

3 October 2024 at 10:00:00
Afriplex, a subsidiary of the investment group, Impilovest, has invested R150 million in upgrading its scientific technology capacity in the past four years and has entered a completely new space in the cannabis industry. It has invested in highly-specialized equipment that uses cannabinoids as building blocks to create new compounds and processes. These have nothing to do with traditional cannabis applications but have a wide range of industrial and other uses.
Cannabis USA: The Economic Upside of Legalization

3 October 2024 at 07:00:00
There’s no doubt that despite the pain many cannabis companies have felt, the industry itself is burgeoning, creating new businesses and jobs, opening up fresh markets – and importantly, from a government perspective, adding big numbers to the fiscus. In the US, legal cannabis jurisdictions generated over US$4 billion in tax revenue in 2023.
Cannabis and Sex: Three US States Invite Public Comment About Treating Female Orgasmic Disorder with Medical Cannabis

26 September 2024 at 05:00:00
Over 40% of women worldwide have difficulty in attaining orgasm and this is now being treated as a serious health issue. In the US, the states of Oregon, New Mexico, and Arkansas opened public comment periods regarding adding Female Orgasm Difficulty/Disorder (FOD) as a condition of treatment with medical cannabis.
Trump Now on the Vote-Catching Cannabis Bandwagon: Says He Supports Legalization in Florida

19 September 2024 at 12:00:00
Cannabis is no longer a divide between Republicans and Democrats after Donald Trump has come out in support for legalizing adult-use cannabis in Florida. He has taken some fellow Republicans by surprise with a pro-cannabis stance, but polls show that Americans overwhelmingly support full legalization
Advice for Cannabis Entrepreneurs: Learn Like Mad, Network Like Crazy and Commit Yourself to the Long Haul

19 September 2024 at 08:00:00
Regulatory hurdles, the lack of finance and the ‘knowledge gap’ remain the biggest challenges to unlocking the potential of cannabis in South Africa. Despite this several successful cannabis businesses have been launched, and there are more and more entrepreneurial opportunities opening up. But be warned, cannabis remains a risky proposition, requires significant upfront investment and a deep understanding of an evolving market.
As War Clouds Loom, Lebanon Looks to Legalize Hash to Raise Cash

17 September 2024 at 11:00:00
A 2020 McKinsey Report proposed that Lebanon legalize hash for medical and export purposes, saying that it could raise US$1 bllion for the fragile Middle Eastern country. Now, with the increasing prospect of a full-blown regional war, there is renewed pressure on the Government to legalize hashish as an economic lifeline.
Cannabis Legalization a 'Significant Threat' to the US Alcohol Industry

16 September 2024 at 11:00:00
It’s already an established trend that more young Americans are choosing cannabis over alcohol for their recreational pursuits. With the probability of the US legalizing cannabis at a federal level in the not too distant future, the alcohol industry is increasingly concerned that legal cannabis will be bad for liquor sales - particularly for beer and wine.
DEA Kicks Cannabis Reclassification Decision into Touch; Will Only Happen After US Elections

12 September 2024 at 10:30:00
A decision on whether to reclassify cannabis as a less dangerous drug in the US won’t come until after the November presidential election, a timeline that raises the chances it could still be a potent political issue in the closely contested race for the White House.
Cannabinoid Research: CBD & THC May Not Balance Each Other Out After All

9 September 2024 at 09:00:00
The two most studied compounds in cannabis may not balance each other out like it's commonly claimed. THC and CBD are often pitted against each other, but their effects on the human body may not be in a tug-of-war after all. A new study reveals CBD may not take the edge off THC, but in fact, taken at high doses may enhance the psychoactive effect.
Pakistan Set to Legalize Medical Cannabis as Regulatory Framework Takes Shape

9 September 2024 at 07:00:00
Pakistan is the latest Asian country to look to cannabis to boost its economic fortunes. The plant has already been legalized for industrial purposes (with a THC limit of 0,3%) and now lawmakers are debating an overall cannabis framework that would include medicinal use.
President Petro Calls for Full Legalization (Again) as Colombia Becomes a Global Leader in Cannabis Exports

6 September 2024 at 07:00:00
Colombia is probably South Africa’s main competitor in exporting medicinal cannabis to Europe, but it is streets ahead in terms of delivery. It is now a global leader in cannabis exports, while South Africa languishes in the proverbial backwaters. Meanwhile, President Gustavo Pedro wants to take reform further and legalize full adult-use consumption in the ninth attempt to get lawmakers onside.
Young Americans: Cannabis and Psychedelics Use at Historically High Levels, Tobacco and Opioid Use Declining

5 September 2024 at 08:00:00
Alcohol remains the most consumed substance in the States but new lifestyle trends are emerging. A recent Monitoring the Future survey shows that 42% of young adults use cannabis regularly. Psychedelics are at the height of ther popularity, while cigarette consumption and opioid use continue their years-long decline.
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Juicy Feeling: The Bigger Net is Closing on Dr Green Following Disastrous SA Launch
Dr Green attempted to launch its medical cannabis service and ‘token’ investment scheme in South Africa earlier this year, but that fell apart when the company’s CFO, Ricardo Capone (pictured here), fled the country under mysterious circumstances. Now it seems Dr Green’s international operations are coming under scrutiny from several quarters, and it could all unravel further.

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