Medical Marijuana and Hemp News

Medical Marijuana and Hemp News

Italy’s Industrial Hemp Sector Shifts Focus to Food and Fiber Markets

Italy's industrial hemp sector is refocusing on traditional markets like food seed and fiber for construction and textiles. Learn how this shift could sta…

Explainable AI Predicts CB1 Receptor Affinity and Potency for Cannabinoids and NPS

New research uses explainable AI to predict CB1 receptor binding affinity and functional potency for cannabinoids and new psychoactive substances, offerin…

Beyond Dopamine: New Research Uncovers Multisystem Brain Networks in Addiction Mechanisms

A recent review in Frontiers in Pharmacology explores the complex multisystem brain networks underlying addiction mechanisms, moving beyond dopamine-centr…

New Jersey Enacts Legislation to Regulate Intoxicating Hemp Products, Aligning Standards with Cannabis Market

New Jersey regulates intoxicating hemp products under the NJ-CRC. This aligns testing, labeling, and age restrictions with the state's cannabis market for…

US Industrial Hemp Fibre Enters India’s Textile Supply Chain Through New Partnership

Explore how US-grown industrial hemp fibre is entering India's textile supply chain, addressing global demand for sustainable and traceable materials. Thi…

Transportation Security Administration Updates Medical Cannabis Travel Guidance Amidst Unclear Operational Directives

The TSA has updated its guidance, allowing medical cannabis travel in carry-on and checked bags following federal rescheduling. Discover the policy change…

Louisiana Bill Imposing Jail Time for Cannabis Use Near Schools Advances to Governor’s Desk

Louisiana lawmakers have passed HB 568, increasing cannabis penalties to up to one year in jail for use near schools and colleges. Learn about the bill's…

Federally Funded Study Links Cannabis Access to Reductions in Non-Fatal Opioid Overdoses

A new federally funded study suggests that states with legal medical or recreational cannabis see significant reductions in non-fatal opioid overdoses, pa…

Alaska Legislature Passes Bill to Modernize Industrial Hemp Regulation, Awaiting Governor’s Signature

Learn how Alaska's new industrial hemp regulation bill, SB 208, aims to align state law with federal standards, reduce burdens on growers, and clarify com…

Mylar Bags: A Strategic Choice for Medical Cannabis Packaging Integrity and Regulatory Compliance

Explore why Mylar bags are a preferred choice for medical cannabis packaging, offering crucial protection against degradation, ensuring product integrity,…