Nov 02 2024
A new study published in AJOB Neuroscience reveals that most Americans support psilocybin use under supervision, with broad bipartisan backing for both mental health treatment and general well-being enhancement. Psilocybin, the psychedelic compound found in “magic mushrooms”, remains classified as a Schedule I substance in the U.S., making it illegal for all uses, despite numerous …
Nov 02 2024
There was nearly $80 million in marijuana sold legally in October throughout Oregon, bringing the all-time total to above $7 billion. There was exactly $79,544,768 worth of marijuana and marijuana products sold in Oregon in October, according to data released by the state’s Liquor and Cannabis Commission. This marks a slight increase from the $78,565,729 …
Nov 02 2024
For those seeking an uplifting, energizing experience, sativa-dominant marijuana strains are often the preferred choice. Known for their stimulating effects, these strains are ideal for daytime use, creativity, and social settings, in contrast to indica-dominant strains that are more known for relaxing, painkilling effects. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of the most …
Nov 01 2024
Fifteen percent of Americans report they smoke marijuana, according to new Gallup polling. The percentage of U.S. adults who report they smoke marijuana has more than doubled since 2013, when Gallup first added the question to its annual Consumption Habits survey. That year, 7% said they smoke it. Marijuana use varies significantly by gender, age …
Nov 01 2024
In New Mexico, licensed marijuana stores sold over $46 million worth of product in October. According to the New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department, there was $46,821,699.23 worth of marijuana sold in October, spread across 1,180,263 different transactions. This bring the year-to-date total for marijuana sales to around $440 million. All-time sales are now $1,361,057,802.03, …
Nov 01 2024
Marijuana sales saw a slight uptick in August, with sales the highest they’ve been since the previous August. According to data released by Statistics Canada, there was $465.1 million Canadian dollars (CA) worth of marijuana and marijuana products sold legally throughout August, an increase from the $453 million sold in July, but a slight drop from …
Nov 01 2024
Among the hundreds of marijuana strains available in the legal market—more than 700 in Massachusetts alone—these strains top the list in terms of their popularity. Drawing on recent data from state regulatory agencies and popular sites that track strain popularity such as Leafly, below is a list of the most popular marijuana strains in the …
Oct 31 2024
On November 5, over 100 cities and counties across Kentucky will vote on whether to allow medical marijuana dispensaries in their communities. This decision comes as the state prepares to roll out its medical cannabis program in early 2025, following its recent legalization. Local jurisdictions that vote in favor will set the groundwork for dispensaries, …
Oct 31 2024
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has postponed its hearing on their proposal to reschedule marijuana until early 2025, citing a need for more detailed information on the participants set to testify. Although DEA Administrator Anne Milgram approved over 20 participants for the agency’s rescheduling hearing, Chief Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) John Mulrooney issued a preliminary …
Oct 31 2024
According to a newly published meta-analysis, “psilocybin is superior in treating depression compared to established psychotherapy alone used for treating depression.” Published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology, the study was conducted by researchers from Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, and Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, all in Iran. “Due …
