A new study published in Natural Product Research reports that two rare varin-type cannabinoids may offer meaningful anticancer potential, with researchers identifying strong cytotoxic effects in breast and colon cancer cell lines. The work was conducted by a team at the Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, who developed a method to generate hard-to-access cannabinoids from …
Global Cannabis Testing Services Market Set to More Than Double by 2030, From $1.5 Billion to $3.8 Billion
New projections show the global cannabis testing services market on track to more than double within the decade, growing from $1.51 billion in 2024 to $3.79 billion by 2030. The upward trajectory, driven by a 16.58% CAGR (compound annual growth rate) reflects the continued legalization of marijuana worldwide and a tightening regulatory environment that requires …
One in Three Older Caregivers Use Marijuana, Study Finds
A new study published in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research offers one of the most detailed looks to date at marijuana use among Californians over 50 who serve as informal caregivers. The analysis, conducted by scientists from the University of Iowa, the University of California San Diego, and the University of Arkansas, used responses from nearly …
THC-Based Medication Reduced Agitation in Alzheimer’s Patients in Randomized Clinical Trial
A randomized clinical trial published in The American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry found that dronabinol, a medication made with synthetic THC, reduced agitation in patients with Alzheimer’s disease over a three-week treatment period. The research team, based at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and several collaborating centers, conducted the trial across five inpatient and …
Study: CBD Shown to Reduce Placental Inflammation in Research Using Human Tissue
A new study published in the Journal of Cannabis Research and U.S. Library of Medicine reports that cannabidiol may reduce inflammation in human placental tissue. The research was conducted by a team from Charles University. The study examined how CBD influences inflammation triggered by lipopolysaccharide exposure in term placenta explants and primary trophoblast cells. Investigators …
Study: Long-Acting Injectable CBD Shows Weeks-Long Presence in Calves, Suggesting Possible Use for Painful Farm Procedures
According to the results of a new study, a single injection of liposomal cannabidiol could offer prolonged pain relief for calves, a growing priority in livestock management. The study, published in the Journal of Dairy Science and conducted by researchers from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Agriculture Research Organization Volcani Institute, examined the …
Bacteria From Hemp Seed Oil Shown to Combat Botrytis, Offering a New Biocontrol Tool for Cannabis Growers
According to a study published today by the Canadian Journal of Microbiology, naturally occurring bacteria found in hemp seed oil may offer an effective alternative to chemical fungicides for protecting cannabis plants from Botrytis cinerea. Researchers at McGill University examined seven bacterial strains isolated from hemp seed oil to determine whether they could suppress the …
Florida Senate Bill Would Allow Qualified Patients to Grow Cannabis at Home
Senator Carlos Smith (D) filed legislation today that would give qualified medical marijuana patients in Florida the ability to grow a limited number of cannabis plants at home, which would mark one of the most significant expansions to the state’s medical program since its creation. The bill would authorize patients who are at least 21 …
Oregon Appeal Could Set National Precedent for Adding Female Orgasmic Disorder to Medical Marijuana Programs
Oregon will hold a three-day appeal hearing in early February that could shape how states treat female sexual-health conditions under medical marijuana laws. The proceeding, scheduled for February 3 to 5, challenges the state’s denial of Female Orgasmic Disorder (FOD) as a qualifying condition. According to advocates, this will be the first formal appeal of …
Utah Medical Cannabis Program Has Over 106,000 Active Patients, With Over $160 Million in Sales So Far in 2025
Utah’s medical cannabis program experienced continued expansion in November, according to a report released today by the Department of Health & Human Services. The state ended November with 106,422 active medical cannabis cardholders, reflecting a sustained rise in enrollment that has climbed steadily since the program launched in 2020. Adults between 31 and 50 make up …
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