Medical Marijuana and Hemp News

Medical Marijuana and Hemp News

DEA Registration for Medical Cannabis: Legal Hurdles Emerge

Medical cannabis businesses face a complex 60-day window for DEA registration, navigating potential legal admissions of past 'drug trafficking' under fede…

US House Passes Farm Bill, Intoxicating Hemp Product Ban Re…

The US House has passed the 2026 Farm Bill, retaining a ban on intoxicating hemp products. This decision creates significant regulatory challenges and mar…

Surgeon General Nominee Raises Cannabis Health Risks, Ackno…

President Trump's Surgeon General nominee, Nicole Saphier, highlights cannabis health risks, including gynecomastia. She also acknowledges medical cannabi…

Vireo Growth Acquisition Reshapes Florida Medical Cannabis…

Vireo Growth's acquisition of Fluent via a debt-for-stock deal significantly reshapes the medical cannabis market in Florida, positioning it as the third-…

Industrial Hemp Market Challenges: Industry Faces ‘Burn Out’

Explore the significant industrial hemp market challenges as the $28 billion industry confronts a 'burn out' phase. Learn how founders are strategically p…

Federal Marijuana Rescheduling Sparks Pharmaceutical Firm I…

Federal marijuana rescheduling is prompting renewed interest from pharmaceutical firms and investors. Discover how this regulatory shift could reshape the…

Cannabis Breathalyser Technology: Australia’s Impairment De…

Australia is on the cusp of a vital change in drug driving enforcement with new cannabis breathalyser technology. Explore how this breakthrough could rede…

Texas Medical Cannabis Support Overwhelming, Polls Show

New surveys reveal overwhelming Texas medical cannabis support, with 75% backing legalization and strong opposition to THC bans. Learn how voter sentiment…

Medicinal Cannabis for Autism: Emerging Evidence and Patien…

Explore the emerging role of medicinal cannabis for autism, with insights from families and clinicians. Learn how some patients in Massachusetts have foun…

Industrial Hemp Plastic: Eco-Friendly Polycarbonate from CBD

Discover how University of Connecticut researchers developed an industrial hemp plastic from CBD. This eco-friendly polycarbonate offers high heat resista…