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As the weather gets cooler and the leaves turn shades of red and gold, there’s nothing like a warm drink to keep you cozy. This November, I want to share a unique recipe for cannabis-infused apple cider with a spiced whipped cream topping. This drink not only warms you from the inside out but also brings a sense of calm and comfort-perfect for those chilly nights leading up to Thanksgiving. As a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, I love combining classic seasonal flavors with a twist that elevates the experience, and this cider does just that. The Inspiration I remember a particular November . . .

Americans view driving under the influence of marijuana as one of the issues they’re “least concerned” about when compared to other dangerous behaviors such as operating a vehicle while distracted by cellphones, speeding or getting behind the wheel after drinking alcohol, according to a new Pew Research Center poll. The survey, which looked at public opinion on traffic concerns, found a majority of Americans (82 percent) still regard driving while high on cannabis to be either a major problem (37 percent) or minor problem (45 percent) in their area. But respondents ranked it lowest among . . .

Michigan cannabis sales for October fell from a year ago in September and they rose sequentially 0.6% in October. At $268.6 million, sales were up 2.2% from a year earlier: The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency breaks out sales by medical and adult-use, with medical sales falling 78.3% from a year ago to $1.0 million, down 5.9% sequentially, [ . . . ]

Lawmakers in Australia are set to vote later this month on legislation that would legalize marijuana for adults in the country. “Epic news cannabis crew,” Sen. David Shoebridge, a Greens party member who’s leading the legalization effort, told followers on social media last week: “I’ve finally had it confirmed that Parliament will vote on the Greens legalising cannabis bill on 27 November this year!” The proposal would legalize, regulate and tax cannabis at the national level, establishing the Cannabis Australia National Agency, or CANA, to license and oversee the commercial . . .

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) last week announced another one-year delay in the enforcement of a rule requiring hemp products sold in the country to be tested by a laboratory registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). It’s the third year in a row that officials have delayed enforcing the rule. Following the temporary suspension of the rules, hemp product makers can utilize any third-party lab not registered with the DEA for product testing until December 31, 2025. “USDA is delaying enforcement of this requirement based on input received from state and tribal . . .

New Mexico lawmakers last week discussed creating a new “Compliance Bureau” arm of the state’s Regulation and Licensing Department (RLD) to investigate cannabis operators and take enforcement actions against unlicensed or noncompliant activity, the Sante Fe New Mexican reports. The proposal aims to help officials identify and crack down on any bad actors in the state who might be helping fuel the illicit cannabis market, which competes with and hinders the legal market. The state’s Cannabis Control Division is not currently authorized to conduct criminal investigations and generally . . .

The recent kidnapping and burglary at a Tumwater cannabis business underscores a troubling trend: cannabis operations are increasingly becoming lucrative targets for organized crime. The April incident, which led to the arrest of an 18-year-old suspect last week, highlights the vulnerabilities faced by businesses in the rapidly growing cannabis industry. The legal cannabis market has boomed in recent years, generating billions of dollars in revenue. However, its largely cash-based operations, high-value inventory, and limited access to traditional banking make it an appealing target for . . .

For the first time, more Americans are reporting regular marijuana use than cigarette smoking-a shift that highlights changing attitudes toward health, recreation, and substance use. According to the latest Gallup survey, 15 percent of U.S. adults say they smoke cannabis, compared to just 11 percent who smoke cigarettes weekly. This trend underscores a cultural pivot that has been building over the last decade. Tobacco use in the United States has been on the decline for decades, thanks to widespread awareness campaigns about its health risks, higher taxes, and restrictive smoking laws. The . . .

In a new federal court filing defending the government’s ban on cannabis users owning guns, the Department of Justice (DOJ) argues that the ongoing restriction is “analogous to laws disarming the intoxicated” and other historical laws “disarming many disparate groups that the government believed presented a danger with firearms.” “Taken together, these laws establish the principle that governments can disarm groups deemed dangerous with firearms,” the DOJ’s new brief asserts. “But even if a closer connection in the reason for dangerousness were required, that connection is . . .

Following a strike announcement by the union representing Canada Post workers, cannabis companies in Canada say they are taking steps to ensure customers can still… The post Cannabis industry takes steps to manage Canada Post strike appeared first on StratCann.

Millennials are the leading generation in consumption of pre-rolls, accounting for 45% of the $3 billion market, according to a recent study. Millennials buy more cannabis pre-rolls than other generations, report says is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

There’s one thing that thousands of folks look forward to every Autumn season. It’s not the changing trees or brisk breeze. It’s pumpkin. Pumpkin coffee, pumpkin pie, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin scents and decorations and now, one more way to celebrate everyone’s favorite gourd before the winter rolls in. Making your own hash oil rig out of a pumpkin is easy, and you likely have most of the pieces at home already. Danksgiving is the perfect day to get started. The Pumpkin Rig MATERIALS NEEDED 1 medium-sized pumpkin 1 metal spoon 1 paring knife 1 glass downstem with flat bottom 1 dab nail . . .

Nestled in the lush expanse of Washington’s Skagit Valley, ZoZ Productions is more than just a Cannabis farm; it’s a harmonious blend of tradition, craftsmanship and a deep respect for the earth. Owned and operated by the inspirational Natali Schutz and her partners, Darryl Cloer (recreational side) and Justice Reign (hemp/CBD side), this female-led enterprise is rooted in a legacy that predates the legal Cannabis industry. From its early days in medical marijuana cultivation to its current multifaceted I-502 and hemp operations, ZoZ thrives with a unique ethos that blends small-batch . . .

A sprawling compound of greenhouses produces beautiful buds year-round in Sequim’s Blue Hole, taking advantage of a microclimate and a team of owners and friends whose passion for Cannabis has never dimmed. Photo by Daniel Berman Founded by a group of high school buddies who grew up locally in town and grew weed in California together, the friends were called back home in 2013 for a chance to operate a legal Cannabis facility. In the decade since opening doors, they’ve built and expanded a sustainable greenhouse operation filled with in-house genetics. With natural sun and supplemental . . .

While Presidential candidates’ positions on cannabis may make for good headlines, the reality is that, aside from signing legislation and directing federal agencies, the office of the President of the United States (POTUS) does not have the power to fundamentally change cannabis laws. Even the rescheduling process currently in the hands of the DEA, resisting the move to Schedule III, will be out of reach of President Trump’s influence.

The BC Government is seeking to seize six properties they say are connected to the proceeds of illicit cannabis production. The post BC seeks forfeiture of 6 properties it says are connected to illicit cannabis appeared first on StratCann.

“The reality of the situation is, for all practical purposes, cannabis is legal in the United States. We just call it hemp.” By Rebecca Rivas, Missouri Independent Missourians can walk into a CBD shop right now and buy something that looks just like the canisters of marijuana buds and joints sold in state-regulated dispensaries. Coffee shops are selling seltzers with 5 mg of delta-9 THC-an amount that would produce a strong buzz-right next to the juices in their coolers. At farmers markets, bakers are selling intoxicating brownies and other homemade treats in stands right next to . . .

Discover this posh new dispensary in Astoria, Queens. The post Cannavita dispensary brings fine-dining hospitality to cannabis appeared first on Leafly.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is known for environmental activism, his opposition to Covid vaccines and other conspiracy theories. A hippie in his teens, he was arrested several times for drugs.

“OCM’s inspections not only confirmed that defendant was selling illegal cannabinoid products, but that defendant attempted to conceal its unlawful sales.” By Peter Callaghan, MinnPost The state Office Cannabis Management (OCM) has filed suit against a St. Paul and Minneapolis hemp retailer, asking a judge to permit it to destroy as much as $20,000 worth of cannabis products the state alleges are illegal. The suit, filed this week in Hennepin County District Court, names Zaza Lake Street LLC, as the defendant in the action that followed multiple inspections of the business’ store, the . . .

Mike Tyson smokes toad venom and has even named one of the Tyson 2.0 cannabis strains The Toad. “I’ve done it over 80 times. 90 times, probably,” he recently told Interview magazine prior to his Nov. 15 fight with Jake Paul, which he lost.

StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending November 16, 2024. The post Week in Weed – November 16, 2024 appeared first on StratCann.

The Sûreté du Québec’s Cannabis Smuggling Investigation Service, in collaboration with the Québec City Police Department, conducted searches on the morning Thursday, November 14 in… The post Police in Quebec search properties, make arrests in connection to illicit cannabis appeared first on StratCann.

A law firm in Quebec has modified an application for a class action suit against the Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC) relating to how the… The post Law firm says SQDC broke provincial rules with “rotating” SKU pricing appeared first on StratCann.

This amazing joining of artistic evolutions highlights what happens when two artists truly complement each other’s styles, skills and strengths. Carrie’s dedication to the consistency of the flower builds is magical; the blending of the colorways creates a literal and realistic feel that keeps the eye looking for the next detail. Jon’s ability to create something functional yet still make it a canvas to showcase an internal vision is always a shining light in his compositions. I think the artists put it best in their own words. “This one really turned out amazing, and I worked hard to . . .