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The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information Cannabidiol (CBD) reduced lasting memory impairments caused by stress during adolescence and helped protect important brain cells, according to a new study published today. The study, published October 17 in Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry, was conducted by researchers including Thaís Santos Almeida Lima, Flávia Alves Verza, Livea Dornela Godoy, Francisco S. Guimarães and Felipe V. Gomes. It examined whether CBD treatment following stressful experiences during adolescence could prevent neurological and . . .

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information A new study published today in the journal Neuroscience found that cannabidiol (CBD) increased sexual motivation and restored sexual behavior in male rats experiencing sexual inhibition, while repeated CBD treatment did not negatively affect sexual performance in sexually active animals. The study was conducted by researchers from Mexico’s Center for Research and Advanced Studies of the National Polytechnic Institute (Cinvestav) and the National Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery. The research involved 128 adult male rats and examined . . .

When Hall of Flowers launched in California in 2018, the pitch was simple: build a cannabis trade show that actually looks and feels like the culture it serves. Eight years later, that idea is filling a pier on the Lower East Side. The New York show is sold out, and for the first time it’s spilling into the city around it. The trade floor itself stays industry-only. But from October 19 through 22, exhibitors and retailers are throwing comedy shows, art events and parties across Manhattan and Brooklyn under the banner of Hall of Flowers Week – and many of them are open to the public. Some . . .

“The parties agree that maintaining the memorandum of agreement under seal is necessary to protect important public and privacy interests.” By Clark Kauffman, Iowa Capital Dispatch After years of litigation over its nonprofit status and use of a hallucinogenic controlled substance, an Iowa-based church is one step closer to being able to import the drug. The Iowa Board of Pharmacy has agreed to award the Iowaska Church of Healing the state certification that is needed to clear the way for the issuance of federal certificates to not only import a controlled substance, but also to manufacture . . .

StratCann’s weekly round-up of cannabis industry news for the week ending October 17, 2026. The post Week in Weed – October 17, 2026 appeared first on StratCann.

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information Total Wine & More has reported $510,000 in federal lobbying expenses during the first nine months of 2026, with all three quarterly disclosures identifying the regulation of low-dose hemp-derived THC beverages as the company’s sole lobbying issue. Meanwhile, a newly filed disclosure shows the National Beer Wholesalers Association lobbying Congress on two bills that would establish a three-tier distribution system for hemp-derived THC beverages. The disclosures highlight the growing involvement of major alcohol retailers and wholesalers in . . .

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information Florida medical marijuana patients have now purchased more than 172 million grams (6.07 million ounces) of smokable marijuana in 2026, alongside over 17.63 billion milligrams of THC in other medical marijuana products, according to newly released figures from the Florida Department of Health’s Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU). The state’s October 16 weekly report shows that licensed medical marijuana treatment centers dispensed 416,298,831 milligrams of THC and 148,377.953 ounces of smokable marijuana during the week of October 9 . . .

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information (Photo credit: Getty Images Plus) A new survey released by Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) finds overwhelming support for medical marijuana research among veterans, with 91% supporting research into marijuana’s medicinal uses and 88% supporting research conducted through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The report, published October 15, analyzed responses from 470 participants across 47 states and Washington, D.C. Researchers found that 87% supported legalizing marijuana for medical purposes, while 61% . . .

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information Below is The Marijuana Herald’s Daily Cannabis News Brief for October 16, 2026, sponsored by Trulieve. The Marijuana Herald publishes a new edition every weekday at around 3 p.m. Pacific Time. Previous editions can be found by clicking here. Study Finds Brain’s Natural Cannabinoid System Declines With Age, While Low-Dose THC May Help Counter Memory Loss A scientific review published October 16 in Nature Reviews Neuroscience finds that the brain’s natural cannabinoid system becomes less active with age, potentially contributing to memory . . .

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information Colorado lawmakers will review a new statewide marijuana consumer safety audit on Monday, October 19, examining the state’s Marijuana Enforcement Division and Colorado State Public Health Laboratory. According to the official hearing agenda, the Legislative Audit Committee will consider a performance audit titled “Marijuana Consumer Safety,” dated September 2026. The audit involves the Marijuana Enforcement Division within the Department of Revenue and the State Public Health Laboratory within the Department of Public Health and . . .

In the lead-up to legalization on October 17, 2018, there was enormous political will and momentum to approach legalization through a public-health lens. But almost… The post Eight Years of Legalization: Canada’s Abandoned Cannabis Policy and Unfinished Industry appeared first on StratCann.

It’s a fraught question for many operators: How attractive is my business to potential buyers in the current market? M&A experts offer 5 characteristics buyers are seeking for entrepreneurs considering or curious about their businesses’ potential in an exit. Plus, 5 ways to make your business more attractive to buyers.

The CEO of an Oregon-based vertically integrated multistate cannabis operator has been charged with federal tax fraud. Controversial Oregon cannabis executive charged with tax fraud is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

The CEO of an Oregon-based vertically integrated multistate cannabis operator has been charged with federal tax fraud. Controversial Oregon cannabis executive charged with tax fraud is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

New Jersey’s top Senate Democrat and Republican back bill to fine unlicensed cannabis sellers $10,000 to $250,000 and shut repeat offenders. Bipartisan New Jersey bill targets unlicensed cannabis retailers is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

New Jersey’s top Senate Democrat and Republican back bill to fine unlicensed cannabis sellers $10,000 to $250,000 and shut repeat offenders. Bipartisan New Jersey bill targets unlicensed cannabis retailers is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

The companies are building on a successful collaboration in Florida through a new licensing agreement that expands access to proprietary genetics.

The company’s new RISE Dispensary deepens its Marion County roots, where its Ocala cultivation and production facility is located.

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information A new study published in Frontiers in Allergy found that dogs with chronic allergic skin disease experienced reduced itching while receiving cannabis oil alongside conventional medication, with improvements maintained even after the medication dosage was cut in half. The study, published October 14, was conducted by researchers from the Federal University of Santa Maria and Federal University of Santa Catarina in Brazil. It examined whether cannabis oil could help manage canine atopic dermatitis, a chronic inflammatory skin condition that . . .

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information A study published today reports that the brain’s natural cannabinoid system becomes less active with age, potentially contributing to memory loss and other age-related changes, while research involving older animals suggests low doses of THC may help counter some of these effects. The study, published October 16 in Nature Reviews Neuroscience, was authored by researchers at the University of Bonn’s Institute for Molecular Psychiatry in Germany. It examines how the endocannabinoid system changes throughout life and its potential role in . . .

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information Kentucky’s hemp industry is urging state lawmakers to adopt new protections for hemp businesses as federal THC restrictions scheduled to take effect December 11 threaten a market valued at more than $300 million and supporting over 3,000 jobs. The Kentucky Hemp Association presented its recommendations Thursday to the Kentucky Legislature’s Interim Joint Committee on Licensing, Occupations, and Administrative Regulations. The association warned that the federal restrictions could eliminate much of the state’s existing hemp-derived . . .

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information Illinois State Police are using specially trained troopers to collect blood samples during marijuana DUI investigations, with a pilot program launched in December 2025 that could eventually expand statewide. According to the state’s 2026 Annual Cannabis Report, seven troopers have been certified to perform blood draws, with nine successfully completed since the program began operating in December 2025. No complications were reported, and the agency has been identifying additional troopers for training this fall. The initiative addresses a . . .

“Florida doesn’t need to wait for Washington to show what responsible regulation looks like.” By Dani Baranowski, Florida Hemp Beverage Coalition In Umatilla, Florida, my grandmother’s friends unwind over a game of spades with a low-dose THC drink in hand. My friends in their thirties are reaching for the same drinks for different reasons. Some are cutting back on alcohol, and some have quit booze entirely but still want to go out and have a good time. They’re not alone. From The Villages to Tampa Bay to Miami, Florida adults are picking up hemp beverages at neighborhood stores, restaurants . . .

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information The U.S. Food and Drug Administration maintains 20 formal agreements allowing it to share confidential information about hemp-derived cannabinoid products with state and territorial regulators, including several agencies responsible for overseeing legal marijuana markets. Eight of those agreements are currently scheduled to expire October 31. According to the FDA’s publicly accessible information-sharing database, the agreements authorize the federal agency to provide nonpublic regulatory information to qualifying state agencies under a . . .

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information California’s marijuana cultivation water-quality program has filled just 10 of its 31 authorized regulatory positions due to persistent funding shortages, prompting officials to propose a 28% fee increase as hundreds of growers face removal from the program for unpaid fees. The findings are detailed in the State Water Resources Control Board’s October 6 executive director’s report, which also reveals that regulators have identified 147 licensed marijuana cultivation properties suspected of diverting water without the necessary legal . . .