A large majority of chronic pain patients certified to use medical marijuana report using it daily and experiencing strong symptom relief, with few side effects, according to a new study published in Cureus. Researchers from Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Penn State College of Medicine, and Thomas Jefferson University conducted a prospective study of 129 patients certified …
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Global Cannabis Cultivation Market Expected to Hit $652 Billion by 2034, Finds Report
The global cannabis cultivation industry is projected to grow from $180.7 billion in 2025 to $651.8 billion by 2034, according to a new report released by Research and Markets. The report anticipates a compound annual growth rate of 15.3%, driven by expanding legalization, increasing demand for premium cannabis, and continued advances in cultivation technology. The …
Study: Low-Dose CBD Produces Antidepressant Effects in Adolescent Rats Without Long-Term Cognitive Impact
According to a new study published in the journal Pharmacological Reports, cannabidiol (CBD) provided antidepressant-like effects in adolescent rats, with no apparent long-term consequences on cognition or emotional behavior. For the study, researchers administered CBD at varying doses (10, 30, and 60 mg/kg) to adolescent male and female rats over the course of seven days. …
Smart & Safe Florida Submits 386,637 Valid Signatures for Marijuana Legalization Initiative
Smart & Safe Florida has now submitted 386,637 valid signatures to the Florida Division of Elections in support of a proposed constitutional amendment to legalize recreational marijuana, with the group hoping to put the proposal to a vote in 2026. The total, confirmed as of June 16, brings the campaign to nearly 44% of the …
Governor Abbott Has Less Than a Week to Decide on Hemp THC Ban and Expansion of Medical Cannabis Program
Texas Governor Greg Abbott now has less than a week left to decide the fate of a bill that would ban hemp-derived THC, and one that would expand the state’s compassionate use program. Abott has until June 22 to either sign or veto the measures. If he takes no action, both bills will automatically become …
Montana: $129 Million in Legal Cannabis Sold So Far in 2025, Bringing All-Time Total to $1.07 Billion
Montana’s legal marijuana market has generated over $129 million in sales through the first five months of 2025, according to new data released by the Montana Department of Revenue. Of the $129,013,022 sold this year, adult-use sales accounted for the majority, with over $119.6 million in revenue. Medical marijuana sales brought in an additional $9.4 …
Study: Psilocybin Reduced Depression and Anxiety Symptoms in Mice Exposed to Chronic Stress
According to a study published in the journal Translational Psychiatry, psilocybin reduced key symptoms of depression and anxiety in mice subjected to chronic stress. “In the search for novel rapid-acting antidepressants, the psychedelic psilocybin has emerged as a promising therapy in several clinical trials”, states the study’s abstract. “However, its antidepressant mechanism of action is …
Maryland Sets New Monthly Marijuana Sales Record With Over $102 Million in May, Bringing Year-to-Date Total to Almost $500 Million
Maryland’s legal marijuana market brought in a record-breaking $102,723,690 in sales for May 2025, according to newly released data from the Maryland Cannabis Administration. The figure marks the highest single-month total since legal sales began, pushing the state’s year-to-date marijuana revenue to $480.7 million. The previous monthly record was $100.6 million sold in August 2024. …
California Proposes Permanent Ban on Hemp-Derived THC, Projecting Massive Economic Losses
California is moving to make permanent an emergency ban on hemp-derived THC products. On Friday, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced a proposal to codify the ban, triggering a 45-day public comment period and setting the stage for a public hearing next month. If adopted, the rule would extend beyond the temporary emergency …
Barbados Opens First Medicinal Marijuana Dispensary, Signaling Industry Milestone
Island Therapeutics Inc. has become the first licensed business to open a medical marijuana dispensary in Barbados, a major step forward nearly five years after the nation legalized the industry. The facility, located in Worthing, Christ Church, held its official opening Friday evening. The event drew support from government officials, medical professionals, academics, and members …
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