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Become a Paid Marijuana Reviewer: Dozens of Job Opportunities Open in Florida, Maryland, New York, Virginia and D.C.

Toker’s Guide has opened up dozens of marijuana reviewer jobs in Florida, Maryland, Virginia, New York and Washington DC. “Toker’s Guide is a rapidly growing cannabis start-up helping people find the best weed in their area by utilizing reviews from local connoisseurs”, states the company’s job listing on Indeed. “We are looking for cannabis connoisseurs …

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The Most Popular Marijuana Sativas of 2024

Sativas have long been celebrated for their uplifting and energizing effects, making them a favorite among marijuana enthusiasts. In 2024, a mix of timeless classics and exciting newcomers have dominated the shelves of marijuana dispensaries and retail outlets. Below is a curated list of the most popular sativa and sativa-dominant strains of 2024. The strains’ …

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Bipartisan Legislation Filed in New Hampshire Would Legalize Marijuana Cultivation for Patients

State Representatives Wendy Thomas (D), Heath Howard (D), and Jim Kofalt (R) have prefiled House Bill 53, a bipartisan measure that would access to medical marijuana by allowing qualifying patients to grow their own. House Bill 53 would establish specific guidelines for home marijuana cultivation. Under the bill, qualifying patients and caregivers who register their …

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Legislation to Legalize Recreational Marijuana Filed in New Hampshire House of Representatives

State Representative Kevin Verville (R) filed House Bill 75 today, which seeks to legalize marijuana for everyone 21 and older in New Hampshire. House Bill 75, which has been referred to the referred to the Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee, includes comprehensive provisions that would remove marijuana from the state’s controlled substances schedule, annul …

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New Jersey Exceeds $1 Billion in Legal Marijuana Sales in 2024

New Jersey’s cannabis market surpassed $1 billion in combined medicinal and recreational cannabis sales in 2024, marking a nearly 25% increase from the previous year’s total of $800,279,300 and underscoring the robust growth of the Garden State’s regulated cannabis industry. On Saturday, December 21, sales hit the billion-dollar mark, ending the day at $1,004,826,946. Since the start of adult-use …

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2024’s Most Popular Marijuana Strains

Marijuana enthusiasts have plenty of choices in 2024, with strains offering unique flavors, effects, and experiences. The 10 marijuana strains listed below have captivated users due to their standout qualities, with the list ranging from uplifting sativas to relaxing indicas. Using a combination of data provided by state regulatory agencies and Leafly, below are the …

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New York Governor Hochul Vetoes Bill to Extend Tax Deadlines for New York Marijuana Cultivators and Processors

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has vetoed Assembly Bill 10196, which sought to allow licensed marijuana cultivators and processors the option to pay the state’s 9% excise tax annually instead of quarterly. Introduced in May by Assemblymember Donna Lupardo, the bill passed the Assembly with a vote of 117 to 27 and the Senate with …

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Oregon Continues to Have the Cheapest Legal Cannabis Prices in the U.S., Followed by Michigan and Massachusetts

Marijuana prices across the 23 states with legal recreational sales remain strikingly inconsistent, reflecting a range of local factors including regulations and tax structures. Using the most recent data from state regulatory agencies and the research firm Headset, this article highlights the states where consumers can find the lowest average prices for marijuana. Prices are …

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California Officials Releases List of Pesticide Products That Meet California’s Criteria for Legal Use on Cannabis

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has released a list of about 100 pesticide products that meet California’s criteria for legal use on cannabis. Since cannabis is illegal under federal law, there are no pesticide products registered for use specifically on cannabis, notes the DPR in a press release. When cannabis was legalized in …

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New York Governor Signs Bill Recognizing Marijuana as an Agricultural Commodity

New York Assembly Bill 1234, which includes marijuana in the legal definition of crops, livestock, and livestock products, has been signed into law by Governor Kathy Hochul. The legislation passed overwhelmingly in both legislative chambers earlier this year, with a 58-3 vote in the Senate and a 141-3 vote in the Assembly. Filed by Assemblymember …

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