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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Mar 25 2025
The Current Best-Selling Cannabis Strain in Every Legal State
Over 20 states allow licensed recreational marijuana sales. In this article, we break down the best-selling strain in each one. Although 24 states have legalized recreational cannabis, 23 allow licensed sales (only Virginia doesn’t), and 21 have currently operation adult-use markets (Delaware and Minnesota are expected to launch theirs later this year). Using data provided …
Mar 25 2025
New Economic Report Finds Texas Hemp Market Generates $5.5 Billion in Annual Sales, Supports Over 53,000 Jobs
A newly released economic report reveals that the hemp industry is a major contributor to the Texas economy, generating $5.5 billion in annual sales with an estimated tax revenue of $268 million. Developed by Whitney Economics, the report finds that “in 2025, retail revenue reached $4.3 billion, up from $3.3 billion in 2023, highlighting sustained consumer demand.” …
Mar 25 2025
West Virginia Governor Signs Bill Banning Red 3, Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2 and Green 3 Food Dyes
West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has signed into law a bill that bans the sale of foods containing certain artificial dyes as well as the food additives butylated hydroxyanisole and propylparaben. House Bill 2354, which officially takes effect on August 1, prohibits the sale of food products containing Red 3, Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow …
Mar 24 2025
Oklahoma Senate Unanimously Passes Bill Protecting Gun Rights for Medical Cannabis Patients
Oklahoma’s full Senate has given approval to legislation that would establish gun right protections for medical cannabis patients. Oklahoma’s Senate voted 45 to 0 last week to pass Senate Bill 39, sending it to the House of Representatives for consideration. The measure received its first reading in the House today. Filed by Senator Julie Daniels, …
Mar 24 2025
Eight Minnesota Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Decriminalize Psilocybin, Establish Psychedelic Medicine Board
A group of eight Minnesota lawmakers has introduced House Bill 2699, which would decriminalize the personal use, cultivation, and possession of psilocybin. The bill, filed today, has been referred to the House Health Finance and Policy Committee for further review. Under House File 2699, those 21 and older would be allowed to cultivate psilocybin mushrooms …
Mar 24 2025
Minnesota: Bipartisan Legislation to Allow Free Marijuana Samples at Events Filed in House a Day After Senate Bill Introduced
Legislation to allow licensed marijuana retailers to provide free samples at cannabis-related events was filed today in the House of Representatives, a day after an identical bill was filed in the Senate. House Bill 2716 was filed today by State Representative Andrew Smith (D), with cosponsors Reps. Pete Johnson (D), Ethan Cha (D), and Nolan …
Mar 24 2025
North Carolina: Legislation to Legalize Cannabis Gains Three New Sponsors, Bringing Total to 24
A legislative proposal that would legalize recreational marijuana in North Carolina gained three new sponsors today, bringing the total number of lawmakers backing the effort to 24. Senators Sophia Chitlik (D), Kandie Smith (D), and Caleb Theodros (D) have joined as sponsors of Senate Bill 350, known as the Marijuana Justice and Reinvestment Act, bringing …
Mar 24 2025
North Carolina’s Great Smoky Cannabis Company Collaborates with Cherokee Indian Police Department to Launch Cannabis-Friendly K-9 Program
Qualla Enterprises, LLC, and Great Smoky Cannabis Company announced today “a historic collaboration with the Cherokee Indian Police Department (CIPD) to establish a new K-9 program”. “Aimed at addressing critical needs in drug detection while aligning with modern cannabis policies, this initiative underscores our commitment to supporting community safety and innovation”, states a press release …
Mar 24 2025
The Best Cannabis Strains for PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects over 300 million people worldwide, leading to debilitating symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and insomnia. Many individuals who suffer from PTSD turn to cannabis as a natural remedy to alleviate these symptoms. With that in mind, below is a curated list of 10 popular and effective cannabis strains known for …
Mar 24 2025
Study Finds CBD Effective in Reducing Itching and Improving Quality of Life for Atopic Dermatitis Patients
Cannabidiol (CBD) is “effective in reducing itching and improving the quality of life of patients with atopic dermatitis”, according to a new study. The study, conducted by researchers from the University of Silesia in Poland and the De Montfort University of Leicester in the UK, was published in the journal Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology. …
