By Rob Meagher and Christine Edmond When CBE presented its first ranking of the 2014 Most Influential Women in Cannabis 18 months ago—our headline read “Better Start for the Glass Ceiling in this Industry, CBE’s Most Influential Women”. I knew I was taking a chance, as a man, subjectively identifying the 20 women that I […]
Policy and Legal
The First White Collar Crime of the Cannabis Industry Just Happened
The weed industry is getting to know a time-honored tradition of the American business world: corporate fraud.Federal prosecutors in Colorado last … [Read More...] about The First White Collar Crime of the Cannabis Industry Just Happened
Alaska: Army Prohibits Soldiers From Attending Marijuana Events
Alaska-based soldiers have been barred from attending any events involving promotion of the use of marijuana or hemp, including all fairs, festivals … [Read More...] about Alaska: Army Prohibits Soldiers From Attending Marijuana Events
A Look Into the NFL’s Tumultuous Relationship With Marijuana
At the conclusion of North Dallas Forty wide receiver Phil Elliott, played by Nick Nolte, gets blackballed by his team owner for "smoking a marijuana … [Read More...] about A Look Into the NFL’s Tumultuous Relationship With Marijuana
Industry News
Virginia Tech Planted First Plot of Industrial Hemp This Summer
The passing of the federal Farm Bill 2014, which features Section 7606, allows state departments of agriculture and universities to cultivate industrial hemp for purposes of research. The law requires that grow sites be certified by, and registered with, their respective state. Virginia became the 22nd state to legalize research-based hemp cultivation last summer when its […]
Health Canada saw lab tests showing toxins in retail pot, minister confirms
Health Canada has confirmed it reviewed lab reports warning that dangerous chemicals not approved for any human use were found in cannabis sold at dispensaries in Vancouver, but took no action. Health Minster Jane Philpott issued a statement late Friday acknowledging that her staff had discussed the lab results with Tilray, a licensed producer of […]
Producers
Marijuana Prices Dropping Fast in Colorado As Supply Quickly Grows
The price of pot is going down, way down, as more people launch large-scale industrial grow operations to supply the state's dispensaries and makers … [Read More...] about Marijuana Prices Dropping Fast in Colorado As Supply Quickly Grows
Cannabis Infused Products Market Leader Wana Brands adds class specific gummies to edible lineup
PRESS RELEASE Boulder, Colo. (August 16, 2016) –As Wana Brands continues to innovate and expand its line of cannabis-infused edibles, … [Read More...] about Cannabis Infused Products Market Leader Wana Brands adds class specific gummies to edible lineup
Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission Names Top Applicants for Producer & Processor Licenses
ANNAPOLIS, Md. —Medical marijuana is a step closer to becoming reality in Maryland. The names of the top applicants to be licensed to grow and process … [Read More...] about Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission Names Top Applicants for Producer & Processor Licenses
Industry People
Legal Marijuana and Its Diversity Issue
America’s legal marijuana industry has a huge diversity problem—and it couldn’t be more ironic.The Drug Policy Alliance estimates that less than … [Read More...] about Legal Marijuana and Its Diversity Issue
Damian Marley To Open Cannabis Dispensary in Colorado
Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley today announced the opening of Stony Hill, a new weed dispensary he is opening in partnership with Colorado-based dispensary … [Read More...] about Damian Marley To Open Cannabis Dispensary in Colorado
THE CANNABIS MARKETING LAB HIRES NICK OWEN AS VP OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, COLORADO
PRESS RELEASEThe Cannabis Marketing Lab has added Nick Owen as Vice President of Business Development in the state of Colorado. Mr. Owen … [Read More...] about THE CANNABIS MARKETING LAB HIRES NICK OWEN AS VP OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, COLORADO
Science and Technology
New West Summit – The Future of Cannabis Technology, Investment and Media Featuring Richard Branson & “The Voice of Siri”
PRESS RELEASESAN FRANCISCO, CA - Over one thousand cannabis industry leaders in technology, investment, and media gathered at The New West Summit … [Read More...] about New West Summit – The Future of Cannabis Technology, Investment and Media Featuring Richard Branson & “The Voice of Siri”
2016 Cannabis Sustainability Symposium Sessions Announced
PRESS RELEASEEvent offers guidance on reducing environmental footprint of cannabis productionDENVER – The Organic Cannabis Association (OCA) … [Read More...] about 2016 Cannabis Sustainability Symposium Sessions Announced
Sign-ups Open for Fall 2016 Emerald Scientific Cannabis Proficiency Testing
PRESS RELEASE SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA, September 14, 2016 – Cannabis testing labs across the United States are signing up for the Fall 2016 Emerald Test … [Read More...] about Sign-ups Open for Fall 2016 Emerald Scientific Cannabis Proficiency Testing
Packaging & Supplies
The First White Collar Crime of the Cannabis Industry Just Happened
The weed industry is getting to know a time-honored tradition of the American business world: corporate fraud.Federal prosecutors in Colorado last … [Read More...] about The First White Collar Crime of the Cannabis Industry Just Happened
Transferring Liability – Labeling, Packaging and Public Safety
To legally sell marijuana to a medical or recreational consumer, the labeling and packaging must be compliant and product safety and public health … [Read More...] about Transferring Liability – Labeling, Packaging and Public Safety
Colorado Bill Would Create Pesticide-Free Labeling Program
Consumers would know whether the marijuana or hemp they buy was grown without the use of pesticides under a bill proposed Wednesday in the state … [Read More...] about Colorado Bill Would Create Pesticide-Free Labeling Program
