Monday, December 31, 2018

5 Cannabis Industry Predictions For 2019 and 2020

Some companies are already filing patents for “consistent strains” that could be a potential consumer “gold mine” if it turns out to be true. Imagine if you knew that by taking 3 hits of a joint, you’ll achieve a desired ‘high’. You would be able to plan out ‘how high’ you’d want to be.

Here’s What to Watch for in Legal Weed in 2019

From weed shortages to edibles sales, there are a lot of issues to sort out. The legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada on October 17 put an end to nearly a century of prohibition and was undoubtedly one of the biggest news stories of 2018. But we’re really at the tip of the iceberg in terms of the shift to a legal regime. Here are some key weed stories to watch out for in the…

Cannabis Companies Expect Big Growth After Trump Legalizes Hemp

Lost in all the hoopla over the government shutdown is the fact that President Donald Trump just made hemp legal in all 50 states. The 2018 Farm Bill Trump signed earlier this month allows for hemp cultivation and the transfer of hemp-derived products across state lines for commercial or other purposes. Now that Jeff Sessions, one of the Trump Administration's biggest opponents to legal marijuana, is no longer the U.S. Attorney General, the Feds have…

Sunday, December 30, 2018

These Will Be the Biggest Food Trends in Canada in 2019

With a new year on the horizon comes a tasty new batch of food trends, and here we round up five that we think will be super hot for 2019. From more plant-based everything to infused H2O – these will be the biggest food trends in Canada in 2019. With a growing amount of people gravitating towards a healthier, more balanced diet, 2019 is set to be a big year for plant-based eating. Foods like…

Ganja On The Go – EPICAN Looking to Open Medical Cannabis Dispensing Machines

Medicinal cannabis dispensing machines, which operate in much the same way as traditional candy or drink-vending machines, will be available at select locations as soon as EPICAN gets the necessary approval from the Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA). While these cannabis dispensing machines will offer the convenience and choice selection as a drink-vending machine, the built-in security features will be a marked difference and will showcase the high technology being introduced by EPICAN. One such machine…

5 Reasons Why 2018 Was The Biggest Year For Cannabis Legalization

2018 was a massive year for cannabis legalization. There were lots of surprising highlights, and a few not so surprising ones. Either way, everyone in the cannabis movement has something to be happy about before the year ends; whether you’re a patient, recreational consumer, cultivator, or entrepreneur.

THC is Best for Fibromyalgia Pain Says New Study

One type of cannabis was high THC, low CBD; the other had almost an equal ratio of both, and the third was high CBD, low THC.

Saturday, December 29, 2018

Murder Mountain - An Expose on Murders and Disappearances in the Emerald Triangle

Garret, a 29 year old San Diego native, is one of the 700 people in every 100,000 who go missing in this area each year. In fact, Humboldt County has the highest per-capita missing person rate in all of California, which sees around 380 missing person cases yearly.

We Found Ancient Medical Marijuana at a Sex Museum in Las Vegas

Say what you want about Las Vegas, but there's no denying that Sin City lives up to its larger-than-life reputation. Nonstop entertainment, check. Garish lights, check. Smoky casinos bustling with big winners and hopeless dreamers, check and check. But one thing the Civilized team didn't expect to stumble upon while visiting Las Vegas last month was ancient medical marijuana. But that's what we found when we stopped by the Erotic Heritage Museum on Sammy Davis…

Perth, Ont., Votes to Allow Cannabis Stores After All

Cannabis retailers will be allowed to set up shop in Perth, Ont., after the town voted in favour of permitting the stores — despite the wishes of the mayor. During the fall election campaign, John Fenik pledged that if he were re-elected, he would introduce a motion at the town's December council meeting calling for a minimum 12-month wait-and-see period. Fenik was indeed elected, and on Dec. 18 town council debated whether or not to…

Friday, December 28, 2018

How a Degrassi Child Star Became a Leading Academic Voice on Legalizing Weed

Rebecca Haines-Saah played a teen experimenting with drugs. Today, she researches youth substance use. When Rebecca Haines-Saah was 13, she saw an ad in the Toronto Sun looking for teenagers to star in what would become a cult classic Canadian TV show. Having experience in dance and theatre — she already had an agent — she showed up to the audition with a pink, cable-knit sweater and loads of teenage ambition. The show was Degrassi…

Cannabis-Infused Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark

A fully loaded chocolate bark is always a good call when it comes to DIY giftables. I'm a sucker for sweet and salty combinations so salted caramel and pretzels are my go-to. Toss the bark in a cute container and you've got yourself the perfect treat for friends, family, and colleagues. Right now is the season to be merry, but it's also prime time for festive stress. Up the ante this year by introducing a…

I Gave Up Booze For Cannabis

Over the past few years the prevalence of cannabis has allowed certain consumers to switch to a less risky substance as their celebratory means. However, this trend hasn’t gone mainstream mainly because the culture of cannabis is quite different than the culture of alcohol.

Cannabis For Alcoholic Gastritis

Cannabis has shown to be a safe and natural remedy for treating not just alcoholic gastritis, but other forms of this condition as well. A recent study revealed that regular alcohol drinkers who consume cannabis have less of a risk developing alcoholic gastritis compared to those who don’t.

Thursday, December 27, 2018

Vancouver’s First Licensed Retail Cannabis Store to Open This Weekend

This coming weekend marks a big step for the Lower Mainland’s retail cannabis space. On Saturday, December 29, 2018, Evergreen Cannabis Society will be re-opening to the public as Vancouver’s first licensed retail cannabis store. The news comes less than two weeks after the BC Supreme Court ordered all illegal cannabis dispensaries in Vancouver to close down. The announcement also comes after what might have been months of tedious application work. - Read the entire…

The Guide To Buying CBD Skin Care Products Online

CBD skin care products are also renowned for their miraculous anti-aging properties because of its potent abilities in knocking out oxidative stress due to its antioxidant content.

Israeli Parliament Passes Bill Allowing Export of Medical Marijuana

The Israeli Parliament (the "Knesset"), passed a 16th amendment to Dangerous Drugs Ordinance on December 25, that concerns the governance and regulatory aspects of exporting medical cannabis from Israel. Subsequently, Israel is poised to be a top-earning, global hub in the marijuana market. The Knesset's measure was approved unanimously by 21 votes. Following the vote, the Minister of Internal Security, Gilad Erdan, approved. (Minister Gilad previously disapproved such measures; however, his party is currently up…

Consumers Are Paying for Government’s Failure to Understand Cannabis

David Clement is the North American affairs manager with the Consumer Choice Center. Cannabis is a unique and versatile product. Unfortunately, regulators at all levels fail to really understand how cannabis is used, which has led to numerous policy mishaps. Simply put, federal, provincial and municipal legislators have made many mistakes when it comes to cannabis regulations. These mistakes have hindered consumers when it comes to price, supply and access. Consumers nationwide are faced with…

Health Canada Recalls More Strains From Troubled Cannabis Producer

14 lots of Bonify dried cannabis being recalled for record-keeping issues, labelling mistakes. A commercial cannabis producer in Winnipeg under investigation for selling unapproved cannabis products has been hit with a second recall notice. Health Canada announced Monday it is recalling 14 additional lots of Bonify dried cannabis as a precautionary measure. Last week, Manitoba's Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Authority and the Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries Corp. announced Bonify cannabis had been seized from the…

Wednesday, December 26, 2018

Thailand Legalizes Medical Marijuana

Thailand finally legalizes marijuana for medicinal use. On Tuesday, the legislature agreed to make changes to the country’s Narcotic Act of 1979 to make way for medicinal cannabis.

Why CBD Will Become Much Cheaper Over The Next 18 Months

As a result, the price per kilo of Hemp will become cheaper. With a surplus of hemp, the associated cost of CBD will also drop. More importantly, what can we expect will happen to other sectors when Hemp is in full momentum?

Tuesday, December 25, 2018

Thailand Approves Medicinal Cannabis

Thailand's parliament has voted to approve cannabis for medical use, with a key lawmaker calling it a "New Year's gift" to the Thai people. Recreational use will remain illegal. Marijuana was used in Thailand as a traditional medicine, until it was banned in the 1930s. South East Asia has some of the world's toughest penalties for drug usage or possession, and Thailand is the first in the region to allow medicinal marijuana. - Read the…

In California, Marijuana Is the New Christmas Stocking Stuffer

Cannabis for Christmas? Some California dispensaries have reported high numbers in the days leading up to Christmas as customers have bought pot products as apparent stocking stuffers. Kysa Butler, the assistant general manager of the Oakland-based Magnolia shop, told KTVU on Monday that lines in her store have been steady. “From the moment we were open at 9 o’clock we had a line,” she said. “We’ve been knocking the lines out quickly but they’ve been…

Americans Don’t Know The Safest Way To Consume Cannabis Survey Says

A recent survey of around 9,000 American adults revealed that 53% of participants didn’t think there was a form of consuming cannabis that was actually safe. Among the participants who do believe there were some forms of consumption that are safer than others, edibles are perceived to be the safest (25%).

Monday, December 24, 2018

How To Find A Legitimate CBD Oil Manufacturer For Your Business

Make sure that they're producing broad-spectrum CBD oils and that the oils are THC free. Legitimate CBD oil manufacturer companies will offer you a high-quality product that is THC free.

Cannabis Trichomes - The Key to Growing Top-Shelf Weed at Home

Trichomes already start forming in the first few stages of the flowering cycle, although it isn’t until the last few weeks when they noticeably start swelling.

Cannabis Use Doesn’t Motivate Bad Behavior In Teens Says New Study

A brand-new study was just published in the medical journal Addiction, which revealed that researchers found no proof that cannabis consumption enables kids to try harder drugs later on.

Sunday, December 23, 2018

Expert Edibles: Laurie Wolf’s Weed Ginger Tea and Cannabread Scones

Award-winning cannabis cookbook author dishes on her favourite edibles for a cozy night in. How can weed be used to cook food? Infused edibles and beverages are a smoke-free alternative to consuming pot. I find the effects are stronger and last longer than smoking cannabis, so it’s win-win situation! Weed butter and weed-alcohol tinctures can be made using an infusion machine, like The Magical Butter. Just put your ingredients inside The Magical Butter, choose the…

Edmonton Cannabis Stores, Shoppers Prepare for Green Christmas

Cannabis stores in Edmonton are feeling the holiday rush this weekend in the final stretch before Christmas. Cannabis became legal just over two months ago, and shoppers are eager to put pot-themed presents under the tree this year. "We've noticed a very consistent stream of customers coming through," said Meagan Scheie, director of training and development for Fire & Flower, which has four Edmonton-area stores. "Everyone's really excited to be celebrating their first cannabis Christmas."…

The Biggest Cannabis Victories of the Year

We’re coming to an end of 2018 and with it we take a step back and look at some of the significant cannabis victories all over the world.

How To Understand Cannabis Lab Testing Labels

Some labels may also include information on the mold and pesticide content, as well as residual solvents. Generally speaking, pesticide levels should be below 0.1 parts per million, so a label can tell you if the product has passed or not.

Saturday, December 22, 2018

Israel Will Soon Finally Allow Cannabis Exports

Israel currently has 8 cannabis cultivation farms, many of which have ended up opening farms in international shores just to benefit from the market.

How to Tell the City What You Think About Retail Cannabis Stores in Hamilton

Hamilton has released its survey to see how the public feels about having legal cannabis stores. People have until Jan. 9 to vote on whether the city should opt in or out of allowing cannabis retail stores. The results will inform city councillors when they vote on Jan. 14. The survey came from a debate this week, when city councillors voted 7-6 against having cannabis stores in Hamilton. Some opponents want to hold off until…

Liberals Lay Out Proposed Rules for Cannabis ‘Edibles’

Public will have 60 days to weigh in on new regulations for marijuana-infused food, drink. From cannabis candy to dried meat with marijuana, the federal government has set out proposed new rules on how pot products can be sipped or munched. The proposed regulations released today on the production and sale of "edibles" also cover extracts and products that can be topically applied to skin, hair and nails. They aim to protect public health with…

Friday, December 21, 2018

Hemp Is Officially Legal - Trump Signs 2018 Farm Bill Into Law

President Donald Trump just signed the Farm Bill into law on Thursday afternoon, which means that industrial hemp is officially legal throughout the country. It’s been a long time coming, and the cannabis industry has been waiting for this moment to come for years.

Cannabis Marketing Tricks That Are Working Going Into 2019

Another amazing trick is to provide discounts for people when they repost their purchases on Social Media on your behalf. The way this works is that you could offer 5% off their total purchase if they take a picture of them buying from you (physically in the store) and then tagging your brand in the picture.

Cannabis Canada Daily: Aleafia, Emblem Strike a Deal as Pot M&A Warms Up

Aleafia to buy Emblem for $173M in all-stock deal With so many publicly-traded Canadian cannabis producers in the market, it was only a matter of time before companies looked to consolidate further to maximize their growth potential. While analysts widely expected that to start in the coming quarters to better assess how the rollout of legal recreational cannabis fared, that consolidation kicked off when Aleafia Health announced it would acquire Emblem for $173 million in…

Thursday, December 20, 2018

Be The Change : How to Defend Yourself in Court from “Legalization”

CANNABIS CULTURE - “If we could change ourselves, the tendencies in the world would also change.”   - Gandhi, 1913 (1)“What the world needs is not to turn one crowd out of concentration camps and put another crowd in, but to end the concentration camp idea.”   - Robert H. Jackson, May 14, 1945 (2)   Father, father We don't need to escalate You see, war is not the answer For only love can conquer hate You…

Saskatoon Hydroponic Farm Switching From Vegetables to Cannabis

The vegetable harvest at a Saskatoon hydroponic farm is complete, clearing room for rows of cannabis plants in the company’s latest budding venture. For more than five years, Ecobain Naturals produced herbs including basil, dill, mint and chives. The company uses vertical racks of LED lights and a series of environmental controls. Re-branded as Mother Labs, the company has plans to become a cannabis nursery selling plants to licensed producers and the at-home growing market.…

Recreational Cannabis is Coming to New York City

Research shows that there is “no good evidence” that cannabis arrests in the city have contributed to a decrease in serious crime. In fact, Manhattan district attorney Cyrus R. Vance Jr. says according to a 6-month study, cannabis arrests “waste an enormous amount of criminal justice resources for no punitive, rehabilitative, deterrent or other public safety benefit.”

Canada Opens First Cannabis Hotel

Cannabis Air, located in downtown Toronto, opened its doors to the public last month. While 420-friendly lodging isn’t new, Cannabis Air boasts of being the first luxury hotel in the globe to offer smoking lounges. All one-bedroom suites in the property have a private outdoor smoking terrace, plus a kitchen and living room.

CBD Oil vs. Medical Marijuana - How is CBD Oil Different?

We’ve described what CBD oil is in detail above, so let’s do the same here. Medical marijuana is a similar product to CBD oil, and uses cannabinoids too, but there is a major difference: as we have said, CBD oil must be produced from hemp. Medical marijuana is the product of the marijuana plant.

Are you Good at Marijuana and Sex?

If you have ever used marijuana and are 18 years or older, you are eligible to participate in this research study!  This survey should only take 5-10 minutes and is completely ANONYMOUS and voluntary.

Brant to Decide Retail Cannabis Issue Jan. 8

Brant County council will decide the pot-shop question in January. Councillors voted in favour Tuesday of holding a special council meeting next month to decide the issue of whether to permit retail cannabis stores in the municipality. The meeting is scheduled for Jan. 8 at 5 p.m. in the county council chambers in Paris. The province has given municipalities until Jan. 22 to make a decision. Brant councillors have three options. - Read the entire…

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

5 Ways Hemp Will Make the World a Better Place, Literally

Versatile, all-natural, renewable, and sustainable: few other plants can hold a candle to all the earth-loving and people-nourishing properties of hemp.

Yes, Virginia, Your Cannabis Business Can Get Insurance–and From Top Carriers

At a time when most young people are still trying to manage the bumpy transition from academia to the workplace, Max Meade, 26, seems to have settled into a comfortable niche: He is a self-described cannabis insurance advisor at Brown & Brown Metro, a near 23-year-old New Jersey-based insurance brokerage. For Meade, a Temple University grad with a bachelor's degree in risk management and insurance, having a job that synthesizes his background and training with…

Top Cannabis Awards Announced During Final Day of Emerald Cup

Wisps of marijuana smoke lingered in the air, backlit by orange, red and yellow lights that decorated the cavernous indoor main stage at the Emerald Cup, where awards were handed out Sunday afternoon to fan favorites and top scorers. Hundreds of people filled the rows of seats at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds. Escaping the rain, they quietly but eagerly awaited to hear the winners. In the licensed sun-grown category, meaning marijuana grown outdoors, Tar Hill…

Washington Cannabis Regulator Approves New Marijuana Candy Regulations

Good news edible fans: Washington state will not ban pot-infused candies and gummies after all. But there will be some changes coming to the treats. The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board finalized a policy on Wednesday which limits the colors and shapes that edibles can have, but doesn't forbid pot-infused candies, like an earlier policy did. As expected, the new rules stipulate that pot companies to avoid bright colors, working instead with a "standard…

It’s Time to Remove Cannabis From the Federal Drug Schedules

When the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) passed almost 50 years ago, it created a classification system, known as drug schedules, that prescribe how the federal government views and responds to specific drug compounds. Under this system, those listed on Schedule I are generally perceived as unsafe, having a high potential for abuse, and having no accepted medical use. Heroin, LSD, and Ecstasy are all on the CSA’s Schedule I – as is cannabis. The matrix…

Tuesday, December 18, 2018

Save Our Dispensaries!

CANNABIS CULTURE - Vancouver's new city council is launching a Christmas war on dispensaries! CLICK HERE NOW TO TAKE ACTION! This week the city of Vancouver won a court case against 29 local dispensaries. Even though we're launching an appeal, the city is demanding they all shut down by December 31! Local dispensaries are still needed! Canada's legal cannabis system is a long way from providing reasonable access. There's only two legal shops in the…