As one of the first two states to legalize recreational marijuana, Washington has long been a leader in the U.S. marijuana market. This early start …
Massachusetts Poll: 42% Support Initiative to Legalize Psychedelics, 44% Oppose, Campaign Raises Over $6 Million
Massachusetts voters could become the next state to legalize psychedelics if they choose to approve Question 4 next month. Polling shows it’s likely to be …
California Judge Upholds Statewide Ban on Hemp Products Containing THC
A California judge has temporarily upheld a comprehensive statewide ban on most consumer hemp products containing THC. On Friday, Superior Court Judge Stephen Goorvitch denied …
Study: CBD Shows Therapeutic Potential for Gut Health and Related Conditions
A recent literature review published in the journal Cells by explores the multifaceted therapeutic effects of cannabidiol (CBD) on the gastrointestinal (GI) system. This non-psychotropic …
Report: US Cannabis Industry Needs Up to $130 Billion to Grow, Offering $2.4 Billion in Potential Interest for Banks
A new report released today by Whitney Economics (WE) highlights the significant financial needs of the U.S. cannabis industry, projecting that between $65.6 billion and …
Supreme Court Weighs RICO Lawsuit Over Hemp-Based CBD Product That Cost Trucker His Job
The U.S. Supreme Court held a hearing today to deliberate on a case involving a truck driver, Douglas Horn, who was fired after testing positive …
Vermont: Record-Breaking $12.8 Million in Legal Marijuana Sold in August
For the second month in a row, Vermont has broken its record for legal marijuana sales. In August, legal outlets sold $12.87 million worth of …
Every State Voting On Marijuana Initiatives Next Month
The November 5, 2024 election is just weeks away, and it’s shaping up to be a pivotal moment for marijuana law reform across the U.S. …
Study: CBD Reduces Arsenic-Induced Kidney Damage
Researchers from Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences in Iran have discovered that cannabidiol (CBD) can significantly reduce kidney damage caused by arsenic exposure in …
Study of Over 100,000 Finds Maternal Marijuana Use Not Associated With Increased Risk of ADHD or Behavior Disorders in Children
A large-scale study involving over 100,000 participants has found that maternal marijuana use during early pregnancy is not associated with an increased risk of offspring …
Michigan: September Marijuana Sales Top $265 Million, Prices Down Over 20% From Previous Year
In Michigan, there was over $265 million worth of marijuana and marijuana products sold legally in September, despite a significant drop in prices from the …
Report: Marijuana Packaging Market to Grow from $3 Billion in Value in 2024 to $22 Billion by 2034
The global size of the marijuana packaging market is predicted to increase from $3.49 billion in 2025 to approximately $22.10 billion by 2034, according to …
