Anthony Martinelli is Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald, a daily marijuana news and information website that launched in 2018. You can reach Anthony at [email protected].
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Nov 11 2024
Pennsylvania House Majority Leader Says There’s “Will in the House to Move Forward” With Marijuana Legalization
Following last week’s election, Democrats in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives retained a one vote majority. Now, Majority Leader Matt Bradford (D) says that he expects the House to see some movement on legislation to legalize recreational marijuana. In September, a bipartisan coalition of 17 House members introduced a comprehensive, bipartisan marijuana legalization bill. Under …
Nov 11 2024
If We Care About Veterans, We’ll Legalize Marijuana Nationwide
As the nation honors Veterans Day, a growing number of advocates argue that the best way to honor America’s veterans is to provide them with broader access to cannabis. For years, veterans and advocacy groups have pushed for marijuana reform, pointing to cannabis’ potential to address conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), chronic pain, and …
Nov 11 2024
Report: CBD Gummies Market Valued at $1.88 Billion, to Grow to $19 Billion by 2033
The global CBD gummies market was valued at $1.88 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach from $2.44 billion in 2025 to $19.93 billion by 2033, according to a new report. The report from Straits Research predicts that the market will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of an eye-opening 30% during …
Nov 11 2024
The Three States Poised to Legalize Recreational Marijuana in 2025
With the 2024 election behind us, it’s clear that no new state will be legalizing recreational marijuana this year. But there’s always hope for next year! Currently 24 states have laws allowing for the possession and use of recreational marijuana, with all but Virginia also allowing licensed sales. Below is a look at the three …
Nov 11 2024
The 2024 Election Disappointed Marijuana Legalization Supporters, But Concerns May Be Overstated
The 2024 election didn’t go as planned for marijuana legalization advocates, but the outlook remains positive. The November 2024 election was expected to mark the tipping point, where legal marijuana states would become the majority, with three states considering legalization measures to join the existing 24. However, all three recreational marijuana proposals on the ballot …
Nov 10 2024
Arizona Marijuana Tax Revenue Tops $25 Million in October, All-Time Revenue at Nearly $1 Billion
In October, Arizona’s marijuana industry generated $25,496,330 in tax revenue. This brings the state’s year-to-date total to approximately $235 million, with the all-time total nearing $1 billion at $993,703,867 since the state legalized marijuana. October marked the 35th consecutive month of marijuana tax revenue surpassing $20 million. According to the Arizona Department of Revenue, the …
Nov 09 2024
Montana Marijuana Stores Reported $27.7 Million in Sales in October, All-Time Sales Near $1 Billion
Montana marijuana sales saw a slight increase from September to October, though totals for both months were nearly the same. There was $27,728,562 worth of marijuana sold legally in October, which includes marijuana products such as edibles and concentrates, according to data released by the Montana Department of Revenue. This is nearly identical to the …
Nov 08 2024
Maine: $20.8 Million Worth of Marijuana Sold in October, Over $200 Million So Far in 2024
Legal marijuana sales in Maine experienced a slight drip from September to October, but remained steady at over $20 million. According to the Maine Office of Cannabis Policy, licensed marijuana stores sold $20,839,409 worth of product, which includes dried marijuana flower as well as a variety of marijuana products including edibles, concentrates and topicals. Sales …
Nov 07 2024
Study Finds Marijuana Can Improve Fibromyalgia Symptoms
According to a new study being published in the December issue of the journal Exploratory Research in Clinical and Social Pharmacy, cannabis use can lead to “an important improvement in pain, quality of life, and sleep habits” among those with fibromyalgia. Conducted by researchers rom the University of Antioquia in Colombia and the University of …
Nov 07 2024
WA: $101 Million in Legal Marijuana Sold in October, Over $1 Billion Year-to-Date
The legal marijuana industry in Washington State generated over $100 million in sales in October, bringing the year-to-date total to above $1 billion. There was $101.5 million worth of marijuana and marijuana products, including concentrates, edibles, tinctures and topicals, sold in October in Washington. This is according to data released by the research firm Headset. …
