U.S, March 16, 2020 (ANALYTICALCANNABIS) Any cannabis lab analyst that has a unique method for quantifying cannabinoids in edible chocolate has been invited to submit their technique to AOAC International.
The independent lab standards organization will then review the methods for AOAC’s first action...
U.S, April 10, 2020 (HEMPINDUSTRYDAILY) Private and public companies nationwide have rallied to donate money and supplies in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic – hemp and CBD companies among them.
At such an unprecedented time in world history, hemp and CBD companies...
U.S, April 13, 2020 (CANNABISTECH) COVID-19 is forcing the now essential cannabis industry to adapt business policies and procedures to meet demand.
As the COVID-19 pandemic puts a majority of Americans under lockdown, delivery services of all kinds have risen to...
U.S, April Amid drug shortages, could cannabis lessen the burden?
If COVID-19 has made anything clear, it’s the precarious position of many vital global supply chains. One of the most alarming issues is the risk to pharmaceutical production networks. Last month China’s manufacturing and...
U.S, February 24, 2020 (CANNABISTECH) Unbiased scientific research means looking for benefits, as well as risks.
Cannabidiol (CBD) has been highly touted and heavily hyped. Its medicinal qualities are perceived as limitless by some, and its non-psychoactive nature makes it suitable for just...
U.S, April 27 (HEMPGAZETTE) A study led by researchers at Syracuse University in the USA looked into the ability of CBD to reduce pain along with placebo effect impact, with interesting results.
A placebo is a substance or treatment that has no therapeutic value,...
U.S, May 4, 2020 (ANALYTICAL CANNBIS) Popular culture has created an enduring trope of the ‘forgetful stoner’ character, one who is mellowed out to the point of confusion and forgetfulness. But are these tropes actually supported by science?
Cannabis is complex. There are...
U.S, April 17, 2020 (MARIJUANABUSINESSDAILY) Marijuana retail businesses in markets that depend on travelers and tourism for at least a portion of their sales are being forced to pivot in response to the coronavirus pandemic in part by appealing more to local customers.
Stay-at-home...
This is the second installment in an ongoing series offering tips and advice for hemp and marijuana extraction companies. The first installment is available here.
Cannabis extraction equipment represents one of the most innovative sectors in the industry, with new products and constantly evolving techniques...
U.S, July 10, 2020 (MERRYJANE) The task force, created in partnership with Bernie Sanders, does advocate for decriminalizing pot and mass-expungement, but not legalizing adult-use cannabis — only medical marijuana.
Two-thirds of Americans want to put an end to cannabis prohibition, according to Newsweek. Even so,...