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Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring Announces Support for Legalization of Recreational Marijuana

Herring is vowing to work with state leaders to take steps toward legalization.

Halo Labs to Expand Globally and Acquire Bophelo Bioscience

The transaction strengthens Halo Labs' position in Lesotho, a country quickly becoming Africa’s export gateway to the global cannabis market.

Marijuana Company of America and Joint Venture Partner Global Hemp Group Announce Start of Commercial Planting at Hemp Farm

The CBD hemp farming project is taking place on 35 acres of land in Scio, Ore.

New Standards Commit Global Cannabis Industry to Social Responsibility

New certification standards will encourage and validate actions by members of the global cannabis industry to advance environmental stewardship.

Michigan Gov. Whitmer Joins Bipartisan Letter Calling for Marijuana Regulations

Financial institutions might be getting the opportunity to bank with cannabis businesses, according to new efforts made by the Michigan government.

Former FDA Chief Scott Gottlieb Says Some Claims About Health Benefits of CBD Are ‘Pretty Hokey’

CBD is not a “benign compound,” and regulations will be needed to protect people from possible unknown side effects, Gottlieb said.

Canadian Pharmacy to Track Cannabis via Blockchain in New Pilot Program

The blockchain tracking system will be used to identify and track medical cannabis, with data included such as the strain’s source and genetics.

Columbia Care Launches Credit Card for Cannabis Purchases

The credit program launched in New York dispensaries, and Columbia Care will roll it out nationwide this year.

Former Patron Spirits CEO Ed Brown Joins Surterra as Executive Director

Brown is investing both time and capital into the health and wellness company.

MTech Acquisition Corp. Completes Merger with MJ Freeway LLC to Form Akerna Corp.

The combination creates a Nasdaq-listed compliance technology company in the cannabis space.

USMJ Plans For WCVC to Lead Joint Cannabis Themed Restaurant Strategy

WCVC is the owner and operator of Illegal Burger operating in Colorado and introducing a cannabis-infused menu.

Still No Availability Date on Medical Marijuana in Louisiana, But New Batch Being Harvested

There’s still no date for when medical marijuana will be available to patients.

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