The cannabis industry’s labeling framework is in disarray—and for many stakeholders, from regulators and operators to consumers, it’s a daily pain point. Labels are packed with information few can read or understand, laws change faster than businesses can print new packaging, and inconsistent standards across state lines only deepen the confusion. But a new white …
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Research Firm Details Most Purchased Marijuana Strains in 15 U.S. States and Four Canadian Provinces
In a comprehensive analysis of cannabis sales across North America, the Seattle-based research firm Headset.io has identified the top-selling marijuana strains in 15 U.S. states and four Canadian provinces as of May 2025. Despite hundreds of strains being sold across the dozens of recreational and medical cannabis states in the U.S., and the entirety of …
Study: End-of-Day Far-Red Light Boosts THC Levels in Cannabis, Reduces Energy Use
A study published in the journal Scientific Reports has found that adding far-red light at the end of the day can significantly boost THC levels in some cannabis strains while reducing overall energy consumption. For the study, researchers from Australia compared six lighting treatments across three popular genotypes—Cannatonic, Hindu Kush, and Northern Lights—exploring whether a …
Goldflower Cannabis To Open Seventh Florida Location In Miami on June 14
Goldflower Cannabis, one of Florida’s fastest-growing vertically integrated cannabis companies, has announced the grand opening of its seventh retail location, set to open in the heart of Miami on Saturday, June 14th at 7401 Bird Road, Miami. “Known for setting a new standard in cannabis cultivation, product excellence, and customer experience, Goldflower continues its expansion to meet rising patient demand across …
The Top Psilocybin Studies of 2025
Psilocybin research has continued to accelerate in 2025, with studies exploring its effects on everything from depression and anxiety, to addiction and neurological health. Despite it only being May, there have been numerous psilocybin-related studies published so far in 2025, highlighting the growing therapeutic promise of psilocybin. In the list below, we breakdown the 15 …
Florida: Cannabis Legalization Initiative Poised to Make 2026 Ballot, But Can Supporters Get it Over the 60% Threshold?
After a near miss in 2024, Florida’s cannabis legalization advocates are regrouping with renewed vigor, aiming to place a revised initiative on the 2026 ballot. The campaign, spearheaded by Smart & Safe Florida, has already raised over $20 million and collected nearly a quarter of a million signatures, signaling strong momentum despite new legislative hurdles. …
The Top 100 Cannabis Strains of the 2020s
From classic heirlooms to modern designer hybrids, these 100 strains have dominated U.S. cannabis culture in the 2020s (January 2020 to May 2025). The strains below are ranked by a blend of popularity, sales, reviews, awards, and consumer sentiment. Each entry notes the strain’s type (indica, sativa, or hybrid) and a bit on what makes …
Over 180 Million Americans Now Live in States With Legal Recreational Marijuana Sales (55% of the Population)
More than 180 million people—54.7% of the U.S. population—live in states that have legalized marijuana sales for adult use, according to recent U.S. Census data. Currently, 23 states have legalized recreational marijuana sales (Virginia has legalized possession, but not sales). Of those, 21 have already launched licensed retail sales. Delaware and Minnesota are the two …
Seattle’s 2003 Marijuana Ordinance Sparked National Movement Toward Legalization and Decriminalization
In 2003, Seattle voters passed an initiative that, while modest in legal scope, would eventually become a turning point in the nationwide push to end marijuana prohibition. Initiative 75, approved by a clear majority of voters, made adult marijuana possession the city’s “lowest law enforcement priority.” At a time when marijuana arrests remained common across …
Countries Where You Can Still Be Executed for Cannabis
A small number of countries continue to authorize the death penalty for nonviolent cannabis-related crimes. In these nations, anti-narcotics laws prescribe capital punishment for cannabis possession with intent to traffic or smuggling above certain quantities. Below is a country-by-country deep dive, distinguishing between jurisdictions that actively enforce these laws (having carried out executions or regularly …
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