Former Texas governor and U.S. energy secretary Rick Perry says he’s dedicating the rest of his life to advocating for ibogaine, a psychedelic derived from a West African shrub that he believes could revolutionize the treatment of addiction, trauma, and brain injury. In a Washington Post op-ed, Perry called the recent decision by Texas lawmakers …
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New York Expands Legal Marijuana Market With 53 New Licenses, Names New Chair and Chief Equity Officer
Today, the New York State Cannabis Control Board (CCB) unanimously confirmed the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM)’s new Chief Equity Officer. The Board also approved 53 new adult-use license applications, advancing efforts to expand access and opportunity across the state. The New York State Senate recently confirmed Governor Kathy Hochul’s nomination of Jessica C. García to serve …
Study: CBD and THC, Alone and in Combination, May Reduce Seizure Severity and Brain Inflammation
A new peer-reviewed study published in Pharmaceuticals finds that both CBD and THC, alone and in combination, suppressed seizures and reduce brain inflammation in an animal model. Researchers from the Federal University of Ceará and the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia tested the effects of oral doses of CBD, THC, and a CBD/THC combination …
Study: CBD Shown to Protect Human Cartilage Cells From Ferroptosis, a Key Contributor to Osteoarthritis
A new study published in the Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine finds that cannabidiol (CBD) may help protect human cartilage cells from ferroptosis, a specific type of cell death linked to the development of osteoarthritis and other orthopedic diseases. Researchers at Paracelsus Medical University evaluated the effects of CBD on human articular chondrocytes exposed …
U.S. Congress Expected to Take Up Marijuana Banking Bill Following Vote on Big Beautiful Bill, Says Key Lobbyist
Congress is expected to return to marijuana banking reform later this year, with insiders calling it the best chance yet for the long-stalled legislation to become law. “In my mind, we have a really, really good opportunity to get SAFE Banking done during this Congress,” said David Culver, senior vice president of the U.S. Cannabis …
Connecticut Legislature Passes Bill to Overhaul Cannabis and Hemp Regulations, Including Establishing Cannabis Control Division
The Connecticut Legislature has given final approval to a cannabis and hemp regulation bill, advancing it to Governor Ned Lamont for consideration. The legislation, Substitute House Bill 7181, officially designated as Public Act 25-166, introduces substantial reforms to how cannabis, hemp, tobacco, and related products are licensed, enforced, and sold within the state. The measure …
Study: Microwave Extraction Method Maximizes Antioxidants and CBD From Cannabis Leaves
A new peer-reviewed study published in the journal Measurement: Food has identified the most effective way to extract antioxidants and cannabidiol (CBD) from cannabis leaves using microwave-assisted extraction (MAE). Researchers from Kasetsart University and the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce in Thailand used response surface methodology and a Box-Behnken design to optimize MAE …
Study: CBD Oil-Infused Biopolymer Film Packaging Withstands Moisture, Degrades Quickly, and Kills Bacteria
A new study published in Polymer Testing explores how hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) oil and boronic acid-functionalized chitosan can be used to create more durable, sustainable, and antimicrobial biopolymer packaging. Researchers from Copernicus University and Poznan University in Poland developed starch-based films infused with 3% cannabis oil, then enhanced them through a cross-linking technique using chitosan …
Two Massachusetts Hemp Bills Scheduled for July 9 Public Hearing in Joint Committee on Agriculture
Two competing bills that could significantly reshape the hemp industry in Massachusetts are both set to receive a public hearing on July 9. The Joint Committee on Agriculture has scheduled a hearing from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM in Room A-1 to consider both House Bill 117 and Senate Bill 54, each filed in February …
California: Alien Labs Cannabis Flower Recalled Due to Aspergillus Contamination, Sold in Multiple Counties
The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) has issued a mandatory recall for a marijuana flower product from Alien Labs due to contamination with Aspergillus spp., a potentially harmful mold. The recall, announced June 26, affects a product labeled as “Alien Labs Flower,” produced and packaged by 2JC LLC under license number C11-0001367-LIC. Specifically, the …
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