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 …
Study: THC/CBD Powder More Than Doubles Cannabinoid Bioavailability Compared to Oil-Based Drops
A new study published in the Journal of Cannabis Research found that a powdered formulation of THC and CBD more than doubles cannabinoid bioavailability compared to traditional oil-based drops. The study involved 14 healthy adults who received two different oral formulations containing 8 mg of THC and 8 mg of CBD: one as standard oil …
Study: CBD and CBDV Show Potent Antifungal Effects, Including Against Drug-Resistant Pathogens
A new study published in the journal PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases found that the cannabinoids cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabidivarin (CBDV) display strong antifungal activity, including against the World Health Organization–listed priority pathogen Cryptococcus neoformans. Researchers from Macquarie University, the University of Sydney, and Monash University in Australia tested five phytocannabinoids and found that CBD and …
Legislation to Support Sun-Grown Cannabis Approved by Maine’s House Veterans and Legal Affairs Committee
The Maine House Veterans and Legal Affairs Committee has voted to approve legislation that would create a distinct regulatory structure for sun-grown marijuana, with lower licensing fees and expanded cultivation limits for outdoor growers. Sponsored by Representative Grayson Osher (D) and backed by a bipartisan group of lawmakers from both chambers, the measure now advances …
Maine Legislature Approves Bill to Streamline Adult Use Marijuana Regulations
The Maine Legislature has approved a bill that would make several changes to how the state regulates its adult-use cannabis industry, sending the measure to the governor for consideration. House Bill 1820, titled An Act to Simplify Regulation of the Adult Use Cannabis Industry, received final passage in both chambers and has been placed …
