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  • High Gardening: Best Strains to Grow in May
    by Matt Rozo on May 31, 2025 at 5:00 am

    As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, May marks an ideal time to start planting cannabis strains. Whether you’re a seasoned grower or new to the world of high gardening, choosing the right strains can make a significant difference in both the yield and quality of your harvest. In this article, we’ll explore the best cannabis strains to grow in May, taking into account factors like climate, growth cycle, and ease of cultivation. 1. Super Lemon Haze Super Lemon Haze is a sativa-dominant hybrid that’s perfect for warmer climates. Known for its tangy lemon flavor and uplifting . . .

  • Pardons Are A Priority Over Marijuana Rescheduling
    by Tribune Content Agency on May 31, 2025 at 3:00 am

    By Terry Hacienda, The Fresh Toast Medical marijuana patients fall to the bottom of the list when it comes to the federal government Pardons are a priority of marijuana rescheduling, affecting patients, veterans and more. reality TV personality Todd Chrisley, convicted of bank fraud and tax evasion received a pardon, highlighting a troubling inconsistency in American justice. While celebrities with financial crimes are granted clemency, millions of Americans-many suffering from chronic illness-continue to be denied access to potentially life-improving medical marijuana due to its outdated . . .

  • Neuroplasticity & the Nug: Can Cannabis Actually Rewire Your Brain?
    by Anne D. Ward on May 30, 2025 at 9:01 pm

    The brain is often described as a “muscle,” but that doesn’t quite do it justice. Unlike muscles, which grow and strengthen in fairly…

  • Delivered Inc.: A dispensary at your doorstep
    by Leafly Staff on May 30, 2025 at 8:45 pm

    In a cannabis market only beginning to recognize the potential of home delivery, Delivered Inc. is already setting the standard. The post Delivered Inc.: A dispensary at your doorstep appeared first on Leafly.

  • Cannabis Stock Rally Stalls In May
    by Alan Brochstein, CFA on May 30, 2025 at 8:42 pm

    Cannabis stocks, as measured by the Global Cannabis Stock Index, were quite volatile in 2024. The index dropped 7.5% in December to push the yearly close down 15.2% for the year and also was off to a bad start in 2025. It posted a new all-time of 4.97 during the last day of March and moved [ . . . ]

  • Oregon ditches labor-friendly cannabis rule but will allow B2B samples at events
    by Chris Roberts on May 30, 2025 at 7:52 pm

    Oregon’s cannabis regulator, falling in line with a recent federal judge’s ruling, says it no longer will require businesses to secure agreements with labor unions to obtain state marijuana licenses. Oregon ditches labor-friendly cannabis rule but will allow B2B samples at events is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

  • Star signs and cannabis strains: June 2025 horoscopes
    by Carmen Ramirez on May 30, 2025 at 7:03 pm

    Welcome to the June 2025 horoscopes! Read this month’s column & discover the strain that best matches this month’s movements. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: June 2025 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.

  • Texas House Rejects Senate’s Changes To Medical Marijuana Program Expansion Bill
    by Kyle Jaeger on May 30, 2025 at 6:52 pm

    The Texas House has rejected the Senate’s recent changes to a bill that would significantly expand the state’s medical marijuana program, requesting a conference committee to resolve the issues before potentially sending the measure to the governor’s desk. Just days after the legislation from Rep. Cody Harris (R) moved through the Senate-with amendments that watered down the original proposal-Rep. Ken King (R) said on the House floor on Friday that supporters wanted to go to conference to debate the revisions. “There were some changes that I don’t agree with, and I move not to . . .

  • Canadian cannabis continues to dominate German medical market
    by David Brown on May 30, 2025 at 6:51 pm

    Canada was again the largest exporter of medical cannabis products to Germany as of the first quarter of 2025. Of the 37,223 kilograms of dried… The post Canadian cannabis continues to dominate German medical market appeared first on StratCann.

  • Morocco: The World’s Largest Hash Exporter
    by Melissa Reid on May 30, 2025 at 6:16 pm

    Cannabis cultivation in Morocco’s Rif Mountains dates back centuries, believed to have been introduced to the North African nation by Arab traders in the 7th century. The region’s dry, cold and mountainous climate proved ideal for growing cannabis, embedding the plant deeply into local culture. Initially consumed as kif, a blend of cannabis and tobacco smoked in traditional pipes called sebsi, the practice evolved into hashish production by the late 20th century. This shift was influenced by increased global demand and new techniques introduced by international travelers in the 1960s and . . .

  • Oregon Cannabis Companies No Longer Need Labor Peace Agreements to Renew Licenses
    by NULL on May 30, 2025 at 5:57 pm

    The state’s Liquor and Cannabis Commission announced the voter-approved requirement no longer applies after a conflicting federal court ruling.

  • Minnesota Governor Signs Bill To Decriminalize Bong Water Containing Drug Residue
    by Ben Adlin on May 30, 2025 at 5:14 pm

    Shortly after Minnesota lawmakers passed a bill to end the criminalization of bong water containing trace amount of drugs, Gov. Tim Walz (DFL) has signed the measure into law. The change addresses an existing policy that had allowed law enforcement to treat quantities of bong water greater than four ounces as equivalent to the pure, uncut version of whatever drug the device was used to consume. Four ounces of bong water used to consume methamphetamine, for example, could have been charged as a first-degree felony, punishable by up to 30 years in prison and a $1 million fine. The new bong water . . .

  • Marijuana MSO Ascend closes on $50 million private placement
    by Margaret Jackson on May 30, 2025 at 4:29 pm

    Marijuana multistate operator Ascend Wellness Holdings has closed a $50 million private placement of senior secured notes. Marijuana MSO Ascend closes on $50 million private placement is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

  • Trump Administration Still Hasn’t Decided On Challenging Marijuana And Gun Rights Case, Getting More Time From Supreme Court
    by Kyle Jaeger on May 30, 2025 at 3:15 pm

    The U.S. Supreme Court has granted a request from the Justice Department to further extend a case concerning the federal prohibition on gun ownership by people who consume marijuana. About a month after the court granted the Trump administration’s initial request to push back the case so it could have more time to decide whether to appeal a lower court ruling, Solicitor General D. John Sauer last week asked for another 28-day extension, which was then approved by Justice Brett Kavanaugh. The filing for the government is nearly identical to its earlier request, except that it notes how the . . .

  • German Candy Company Haribo Recalls Products for Unexpected Cannabis Content
    by Graham Abbott on May 30, 2025 at 2:47 pm

    The German sweets company Haribo announced on Thursday it was recalling certain candy products after several batches were discovered to contain cannabis, BBC reports. The recalls affect only certain packs of Haribo Happy Cola F!ZZ – gummy candies that come in the color and shape of cola bottles – and only in the Netherlands, which is where people have reported side effects from the products. “There are bags in circulation with sweets that can lead to health complaints, such as dizziness, when consumed.” – Netherlands health officials, in a press release Dutch health officials said . . .

  • Colorado Psychedelics Program Primed for Launch
    by Graham Abbott on May 30, 2025 at 2:46 pm

    Colorado’s medicinal psilocybin program is set to launch soon after officials said they have licensed and inspected a testing facility, which was the last type of business required to properly run the program, Marijuana Moment reports. The Colorado Department of Revenue’s Natural Medicine Division (NMD) said in an email Tuesday that officials are “excited to announce that the first licensed testing facility is fully certified by the Department of Public Health and Environment” (CDPHE). Colorado voters approved the legalization of psychedelic mushrooms in 2022. Under the proposal, . . .

  • Canopy reports declining sales, increased losses with decreased Canadian and international sales
    by Sarah Clark on May 30, 2025 at 2:36 pm

    Canopy Growth reported $65 million in net revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2025 (Q4 2025) from $78 million in revenue but a… The post Canopy reports declining sales, increased losses with decreased Canadian and international sales appeared first on StratCann.

  • ‘We are exhausted’: leaked internal letter shows turmoil in NY cannabis office
    by Rachelle Gordon on May 30, 2025 at 2:14 pm

    New York’s cannabis program has seen its fair share of controversy. Whether combating illicit dispensaries or accusations of regulatory retaliation, the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has faced ongoing scrutiny from the industry and the general public. Now, it turns out OCM staff are also calling for change-starting at the top. In a leaked letter shared by Crain’s New York and Cultivated, a group of anonymous staff members urged New York state officials to remove Acting Executive Director Felicia Reid, Chief Administrative Officer Susan Filburn, and Director of Administration Amanda . . .

  • MJ Unpacked Cannabis Cup & Convention Held in Atlantic City
    by Dan Ulloa on May 30, 2025 at 2:02 pm

    The MJ Unpacked Cannabis Cup and industry convention were held in Atlantic City earlier this month. Many newer companies won a range of awards. The MJ Unpacked Cannabis Cup was judged by certified Ganjiers. They are experts in quality cannabis, much like sommeliers specialize in wine. The show was produced by Farechild Events. “I want [ . . . ] Source: MJ Unpacked Cannabis Cup & Convention Held in Atlantic City from Heady NJ

  • First Circuit Holds the Line Against Cannabis Businesses
    by Vince Sliwoski on May 30, 2025 at 2:00 pm

    In fall of 2023 I wrote about the lawsuit to end federal prohibition that wouldn’t really end federal prohibition. Last July, a federal district court ruled against Canna Provisions et al. in that case. On Wednesday, May 27th, the First Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the lower court’s ruling. The First Circuit decision means the feds are still entitled to enforce the criminal provisions of the federal Controlled Substances Act (CSA) against against state-licensed marijuana businesses. The feds never seem to do that; so more importantly, it also means the following will continue to apply . . .

  • Smoking Marijuana And Playing Video Games Go Hand In Hand, Right? Not So Fast, Researchers Say
    by Ben Adlin on May 30, 2025 at 1:49 pm

    Most people take for granted that there’s a link between using marijuana and playing video games, but a new review of available research suggests the connection isn’t so simple. While it is true that most published studies have found a positive correlation between video games and cannabis consumption, but others have found a negative association or no significant effect at all. The new scientific review, published this month in the Journal of Behavioral Addictions, looked at 25 articles on the subject from between 2000 and 2025. It says the statistical noise around any association between . . .

  • Cannabis clones now available at Ontario farmgate stores
    by David Brown on May 30, 2025 at 1:34 pm

    People looking to grow their own cannabis in Ontario this year now have the option of buying cannabis clones directly from two of the province’s… The post Cannabis clones now available at Ontario farmgate stores appeared first on StratCann.

  • Colorado Governor Announces State’s Psychedelics Program Is ‘Fully Launched’
    by Ben Adlin on May 30, 2025 at 12:58 pm

    Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (D) is lauding regulators’ recent announcement that the state’s voter-approved psychedelics program is now “fully launched for operations,” saying on Thursday that he’s proud the supply chain is in place for the second-in-the nation psilocybin system. “Proud to announce that Colorado’s regulated Natural Medicine initiative is fully launched!” Polis said on social media. “Implementing the will of the voters in good faith, Colorado has now licensed our first testing lab, completing the regulated Natural Medicine supply chain,” he said. The . . .

  • Cresco Labs Delivers $30 Million in Q1 Operating Cash Flow
    by NULL on May 30, 2025 at 12:35 pm

    The cannabis company also reported $166 million in first-quarter revenue with ‘flexibility and financial strength’ to start the year.

  • The Cannabist Co. Completes Previously Announced Plan of Arrangement
    by NULL on May 30, 2025 at 12:14 pm

    The arrangement resulted, in part, in the exchange of outstanding senior secured convertible notes and senior secured first-lien notes.