Researchers at Stellenbosch University in South Africa have identified a rare group of natural compounds—flavoalkaloids—within the leaves of certain Cannabis strains, marking the first time these substances have been detected in the plant. The findings, published in the Journal of Chromatography A, could open new doors for medicinal research beyond the well-known cannabinoids like THC …
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Bruce Stebbins Reappointed to Second Five-Year Term on Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission
Governor Maura Healey, Attorney General Andrea Campbell, and State Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg have reappointed Bruce Stebbins to a second five-year term as the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission’s regulated industry appointee. “I am excited to begin a new term, and want to thank the Governor, Attorney General and Treasurer for their confidence in my reappointment,” …
Study: Endophytic Fungus From Cannabis Shown to Produce CBD
Researchers have identified a fungus living inside cannabis leaves that can directly produce cannabidiol (CBD), potentially offering a new way to meet rising global demand for the compound. The study, published in the South African Journal of Botany, details the isolation of an endophytic fungal strain known as RF-1 from the upper leaves of Cannabis …
Study: Most Cannabis Growers in Italy and UK Also Garden Other Plants, and Many Started There First
A study published in the International Journal of Drug Policy finds that the majority of small-scale cannabis growers in Italy and the United Kingdom also cultivate other plants—and in most cases, they were gardeners before they began growing cannabis. Researchers surveyed 1,302 people who had grown cannabis in the prior year, collecting detailed information on …
Study: Researchers Develop Glove That Can Produce CBD-Infused Microfibers for Wound Treatment
A team of researchers from Florida International University, Clemson University, and Virginia Commonwealth University has developed a glove capable of producing cannabidiol (CBD)-infused microfibers for potential wound care applications. The ultralow-power electrospinning glove operates with just a 1-volt DC input, a dramatic reduction from the tens of kilovolts typically required by traditional electrospinning systems, according …
Massachusetts Audit Finds Cannabis Control Commission Mismanaged Licenses, Lost Revenue
The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) mismanaged marijuana business licenses, resulting in lost revenue and regulatory failures, according to a state auditor’s report released Thursday. The audit, conducted by State Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s office, examined the CCC’s operations from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2024. It found that the agency’s handling of prorated license …
July U.S. Marijuana Sales Hit $2.3 Billion, Year-to-Date Tops $15 Billion
U.S. marijuana sales remained strong in July, with licensed markets bringing in roughly $2.3 billion for the month, according to an analysis conducted by The Marijuana Herald. The total keeps 2025 on pace for another record year, pushing year-to-date sales to more than $15 billion. The $2.3 billion in July sales marks a roughly 5% …
Texas Bill Would Regulate Kratom, Limit to Those 21+
Filed last week by State Representative Morgan Meyer (R), House Bill 291 would impose new regulations on the manufacture, distribution and sale of kratom products in Texas. The proposal would redesignate the current kratom law in the Health and Safety Code as Chapter 445, titled “Manufacture, Distribution, and Sale of Kratom Products.” It would establish …
Study: Cannabis Use Linked to Improved Orgasm Function in Women, Making it Potential Treatment for Female Orgasmic Disorder
A new systematic review published in Sexual Medicine concludes that cannabis shows strong potential for treating female orgasmic disorder (FOD) and orgasm difficulty, conditions affecting up to 41% of women worldwide and lacking FDA-approved medications. The analysis included 16 studies spanning five decades, with data from 8,849 female participants. Nine studies evaluated cannabis use immediately …
Michigan Marijuana Sales Top $274 Million in July, Year-to-Date Total Nears $2 Billion
Michigan’s legal marijuana market generated $274.17 million in adult-use sales and $483,176 in medical sales during July, according to new data from the Cannabis Regulatory Agency. The combined total of $274.65 million marks a notable uptick from the $261 million sold in June, but is slightly below the $280 million in May sales.
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