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Strawberry Lemonade Cannabis-Infused Bars Yield: 12 bars Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 1 cup cannabis-infused butter (softened) 1 cup granulated sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt For the filling 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped 3 large eggs 1 ½ cups granulated sugar ½ cup fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon zest ½ cup all-purpose flour Powdered sugar for dusting Instructions Start by preheating your oven to 350°F and lining a 9×13 baking…

In my work as a regenerative organic farmer and holistic health provider, I have come to understand one truth above all else: the nervous system does not respond to force. It responds to safety, nourishment, and relationships. In today’s world, many are living in a state of chronic dysregulation. The body is overwhelmed, the mind is overstimulated, and the spirit is disconnected from the rhythms of the earth. Healing the nervous system requires us to return to whole plant medicine, to slow…

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information A new study found that cannabidiol (CBD) significantly inhibited the growth and biofilm formation of Streptococcus oralis, a bacterium involved in the early development of dental plaque, while maintaining the viability of human gum cells at the concentrations tested. The study, published in the International Journal of Dentistry, was conducted by researchers from Laval University in Canada and São Paulo State University in Brazil. Researchers said the findings provide preliminary evidence that CBD could warrant further investigation as an . . .

If you walk into almost any dispensary today and glance at the display cases, one thing becomes immediately clear: pre-rolls have taken over a large portion of the cannabis market. What was once considered a convenience product has quickly become one of the fastest-growing categories in the industry. From single joints to multi-pack “dogwalkers” and infused options, pre-rolls have evolved into a staple for both new and experienced consumers. Part of the reason for their popularity is simple…

Every industry has a moment on the calendar that everything seems to build toward. In retail, it’s Black Friday. In sports, it might be the Super Bowl or the championship game. In the cannabis world, that moment is April 20th. What started decades ago as a bit of inside slang has grown into the biggest day of the year for cannabis culture and the businesses that now serve it. For dispensaries, cultivators, and product manufacturers, 4/20 isn’t just another busy day. It’s the one date that…

States that enact marijuana legalization see jobs in the agriculture sector increase more than they would have without the policy change, according to a new economic analysis from researchers at Texas Tech University. The results, which were presented at the Agricultural & Applied Economics Association’s 2026 meeting last month, found a 9 percent uptick in agriculture sector employment in states that legalized cannabis-though wages did not increase proportionately due to factors that researchers determined are likely unrelated. To investigate the relationship between marijuana legalization . . .

Picture standing in a shop aisle, or scrolling through a website late at night, trying to decide which jar of CBD gummies is worth buying. Every label promises quality, every product claims to support pain relief, and the packaging often looks equally convincing. But two jars sitting side by side can appear almost identical while [ . . . ] Source: 5 Things to Check on a CBD Gummy Label Before You Buy from Heady NJ

Researchers at the University of California – San Francisco (UCSF) who were looking for links between cannabis use and heartbeat irregularity discovered that habitual users actually experienced about 9% fewer premature heartbeats on the days they inhaled (smoked or vaped) cannabis versus the days they abstained, according to a UCSF release. Published on August 12 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, the study involved 108 adult habitual cannabis consumers who performed as their own control for the experiment, as they were randomly directed each day to either use cannabis for . . .

The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) recently posted a voluntary recall notice for a Baddies Worldwide Flower cannabis product by Backpackboyz after officials determined the product violates cannabis industry packaging and labeling regulations by being too attractive to children. The packaging contains 3.5 grams of cannabis flower and a small figurine offered as part of a brand partnership with Natalie Nunn, a California reality television star who first appeared on the Oxygen show “Bad Girls Club” and now executive produces the show “Baddies” on the Zeus Network. “DCC . . .

Walk into a cannabis dispensary and the shelf labels alone tell a different story than they did a few years ago. Instead of three or four familiar strain names repeated everywhere, buyers can find specific breeder lineages, documented terpene profiles, and phenotype notes that would have looked like a foreign language to most shoppers a [ . . . ] Source: 7 Ways Advanced Cannabis Genetics Have Changed the Dispensary Experience from Heady NJ

California Cannabis Contracts After Rescheduling: Why Your Contracts Need a Second Look Rescheduling did not just change tax treatment and licensing options for cannabis operators. It also changed the assumptions baked into thousands of existing cannabis contracts. Supply agreements, licensing arrangements, and investment documents drafted before April 2026 were built around a world where cannabis was federally illegal in every respect. That world no longer exists for qualifying medical activity, and many of those older contracts were never written to handle the change. This creates a quiet, . . .

Feminised cannabis seeds have become the preferred choice for most growers because they greatly reduce the likelihood of male plants, allowing more time and resources to be focused on producing healthy flowering plants. But buying feminised seeds isn’t about choosing the right strain. The quality of the genetics, the accuracy of the information provided, and [ . . . ] Source: How to Find High-Quality Feminised Seeds Online with Verified Genetics from Heady NJ

Texas Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is suggesting that his Republican opponent for the seat supports banning cannabis in order to aid his political donors in the alcohol and tobacco industries. “People are outraged across the state, and it’s not any one political party,” Talarico said of recently enacted state restrictions on hemp products in an interview with KTSM-TV. “It’s people across the spectrum.” The comments come as Texas regulators are moving to ban certain hemp-derived THC cannabis products, including those containing delta-8 and delta-10 THC. Now classified as . . .

One of the nation’s leading marijuana reform organizations says it would be “disastrous” for the cannabis industry is an initiative to roll back Massachusetts’s legalization law that is on that state’s November ballot is approved by voters. “If you haven’t been paying attention to what’s going on in the Bay State, it’s time to start,” Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) Executive Director Adam J. Smith said in an alert to supporters. “A loss in Massachusetts would have disastrous political and economic consequences for legal cannabis markets everywhere, and even a too-close victory would spook . . .

Cannabis brands need to make sure they’re producing consistent products well before interstate commerce begins. Before interstate commerce, cannabis needs to fix its consistency problem is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

Organigram Global Inc (TSE: OGI) (NASDAQ: OGI) (FRA: 0OG) turned heads across the cannabis sector this week when its latest quarterly figures landed with unusual force. Investors and industry watchers took notice as the Canadian producer posted record numbers that reshaped perceptions about its future outlook. The jump stemmed directly from the company’s completed takeover of Sanity Group in April. In the third quarter of fiscal 2026, which ended Jun. 30, the firm recorded gross revenue of C$145.1 million, up 32 per cent year-over-year. Net revenue climbed 49 per cent to C$105.8 million. . . .

Hi all, For Thursday’s WeedWeek Wonks, we’ll be discussing the accessories market with Jerome Baker Designs founder Jason Harris. I’m excited to learn more about the sector. See you there, Alex FROM WEEDWEEK Calif. to require more pesticide testing New pesticide regulations are set to take effect in October. They will require lab testing for far more chemicals, but give the industry 18 months to comply. Read the story . . . Also in WeedWeek: Newsbrief: Mich. Republican seeks wholesale tax recall Newsbrief: Is Calif.’s market recovering Newsbrief: Reporting change leads to increase in hyperemesis . . .

New pesticide regulations are set to take effect in October. They will require lab testing for more chemicals, but give the industry 18 months to comply. Currently the DCC requires products to be tested for 66 pesticides. Of these 21 “category 1” chemicals can’t be present in any amount and 45 “category 2” chemicals can’t be present above a restricted amount. The upcoming rules, released last month, involve testing for far more: About 100 . . . Log in or become a WeedWeek Member to read this article. The post Calif. to require testing for far more pesticides appeared first on WeedWeek.

Holding a medical license changes an operator’s regulatory status and makes them eligible to register with the DEA. Illinois adult-use cannabis retailers can apply for medical permits, with DEA and tax benefits possible is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

Holding a medical license changes an operator’s regulatory status and makes them eligible to register with the DEA. Illinois adult-use cannabis retailers can apply for medical permits, with DEA and tax benefits possible is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

The Marijuana Herald – Marijuana news and information The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission has completed an audit of THC potency labeling on marijuana flower products, finding that most of the samples tested fell within the state’s acceptable accuracy range, although about one in five were found to be noncompliant. The commission began its shelf audit of marijuana flower products in May as part of its efforts to ensure accurate labeling for consumers and medical marijuana patients. Higher-THC flower products generally sell for higher prices in the recreational market, while medical . . .

San Luis Obispo County supervisors agreed to cut a cannabis tax, imposed on operators’ gross receipts, back down to 6% starting Oct. 1 after a hike to 8% took effect last month. California county cuts cannabis taxes after short-lived automatic increase is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

San Luis Obispo County supervisors agreed to cut a cannabis tax, imposed on operators’ gross receipts, back down to 6% starting Oct. 1 after a hike to 8% took effect last month. California county cuts cannabis taxes after short-lived automatic increase is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

The Best in Grass national cannabis judging competition is hosting its 2nd annual statewide competition in New Jersey beginning Saturday, August 22nd. So, 2,700 New Jersey residents will have the chance to discover and judge a variety of locally grown cannabis products and crown the best in the state. Notably, the competition will feature only [ . . . ] Source: Best in Grass Cannabis Cup 2026 Hitting NJ Market from Heady NJ

Table of Contents Traditional Barriers to Accessing Medical Cannabis Care The Role of Telehealth in Improving Medical Cannabis Care Telehealth Makes the First Step Easier More Comfortable Conversations Lead to Better Care Expanding Access To Rural Areas Encouraging Better Follow-Up Care Takeaway Seeking medical cannabis care has become much simpler than it was just a few years ago. What once required finding a nearby clinic, rearranging your schedule and traveling to appointments can now often begin from the comfort of home. This shift isn’t just about replacing an office visit with a video . . .