Delta-8, or delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol, is a form of THC that can be extracted from Hemp, and is a close relative to the main psychoactive compound found in cannabis. According to Insider, “experts estimate that delta-8 has between half and three-quarters of the potency of delta-9 THC.” Consumers who have tried delta-8 report a relaxed, euphoric, and happy effect without some of the paranoia people associate with traditional THC products (i.e. delta-9). Both cannabinoids bind to the body’s endocannabinoid system, however,

CBD (Cannabidiol) is a naturally occurring compound found in cannabis and hemp. Its rich history as a plant medicine goes back thousands of years! It is non-psychoactive and has been gaining mainstream acceptance in recent years as a natural way to manage anxiety, stress, pain, insomnia, and other symptoms. Consumers can find CBD in every form these days from CBD sublinguals and edibles to topicals and vapes. CBD works by interacting with the body’s natural endocannabinoid system and its receptors.

A bipartisan group of twenty-one state governors sent a letter to Congress leaders urging them to support the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act. This bill would allow legal cannabis businesses to have access to traditional banking services such as payroll and checking accounts for the first time in US history. If passed, this would put an end to the cannabis industry’s cash only environment, which poses significant public safety risks including some businesses’ vulnerability to robbery and theft.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its final rule on hemp production on January 19, 2021 which will establish a concrete and transparent framework for the market. Most notably, it will remove the current state-by-state model while giving states the right to make adjustments to specific facets of the law. According to High Times, after listening to the many public comments by politicians, consumers, advocates, and hemp owners, the USDA came to the following conclusions that aim to take

Uber, best known as a ride-hailing app, recently made waves by stating they might get into the cannabis business as a delivery service. “When the road is clear for cannabis, when federal laws come into play, we’re absolutely going to take a look at it,“ Uber CEO Dara Khrosrowshahi told CNBC in a “TechCheck” interview. So far, 16 states have legalized cannabis for recreational use, and more lawmakers have stated they’re willing to make a change in the policy. But

A new study states that areas that have increased access to cannabis dispensaries are associated with a reduction in opioid-related deaths. The study was conducted in 23 states from 2014-2018 by looking at opioid mortality rate and cannabis dispensary prevalence. Findings include: 17% reduction in opioid-related deaths in counties that increased from 1 to 2 legal dispensaries Additional 8.5% decrease in counties that increased from 2 to 3 legal dispensaries 21% reduction in deaths associated with synthetic opioids other than

A new poll by Ipsos released on 4/20 shows that support for cannabis legalization has steadily grown in recent decades. Poll Results Show: 66% of U.S. adults believe the federal government should legalize recreational or medical cannabis 21% believe states should be able to decide on legalization without federal interference 11% believe marijuana should remain strictly federally illegal across the board This is mirrored in other recent polls that further support these findings. Quinnipiac, who has been polling this issue

Eating cannabis dates as far back as 50,000 years ago. It was the en vogue way to consume for thousands of years. A 2019 book by Robyn Lawrence Griggs titled Pot in Pans: A History of Eating Cannabis highlights some notable edibles throughout history. Stone Age Humans actively cultivated cannabis for food, fibre, and medicine Ethnobotanists believe it was one of the first plants people of the time explored Could be linked with growth in music, art, religion, and agriculture

Cannabis companies have been diving headfirst into nanotechnology in recent months and for good reason; they have finally solved the ever-elusive gamble of when your edible will kick in! With an average onset time of 60-90 minutes, traditional edibles can feel unpredictable and even intimidating for new consumers or those searching for a consistent experience. However, with the emergence of nanotechnology in cannabis, this is all changing for the better. Not only does nanotechnology offer consumers a faster onset time of