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Georgia Hemp Industry Reacts to Hurricane Impact, New Regulations

Georgia Hemp Industry Reacts to Hurricane Impact, New Regulations

By Gene Mcklnley / October 2, 2024 /

Georgia Hemp Industry Faces Dual Challenges: New Regulations and Hurricane Helene’s Aftermath The Georgia hemp industry is grappling with significant obstacles this week, navigating both new regulations that went into…

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Fast-Growing Georgia Medical Cannabis Program Eases Access

Fast-Growing Georgia Medical Cannabis Program Eases Access

By Mary Marty / August 15, 2024 /

Rising Demand for Medical Marijuana in Georgia Georgia is experiencing a significant surge in medical marijuana card applications, with the number of active patients nearly doubling in the past year.…

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Georgia Governor Signs Bill to Regulate Hemp Products

By Mary Marty / May 15, 2024 /

Georgia’s governor has approved a new bill focused on the regulation of hemp-derived products and the expansion of the state’s hemp industry. Details of Senate Bill 494 The bill, known…

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Georgia’s Optimism: Rescheduling Signals Easier Access to Medical Cannabis via Pharmacies

By Lisa Fairbanks / May 7, 2024 /

Medical marijuana businesses and regulators in Georgia are celebrating the recent announcement by the federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to move cannabis to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act…

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Georgia’s Hemp Regulation Bill: What’s Next for CBD and Delta-8 THC?

By Mary Marty / April 24, 2024 /

A bill awaiting Governor Brian Kemp’s signature in Georgia seeks to regulate hemp products, filling a void in consumer protection. Sponsored by Sen. Sam Watson, the legislation aims to subject…

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Texas Hemp Industry Battles Delta-8 Ban as Court Ruling Nears

Texas Hemp Industry Battles Delta-8 Ban as Court Ruling Nears

By Becci Marti / October 7, 2024 /

The Texas Supreme Court’s Decision on Delta-8 THC Could Reshape the Entire Hemp Industry in the State The Texas hemp industry is at a pivotal moment, facing conflicting state policies…

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NBA's Al Harrington: "Impact Before Profit" in Cannabis Mission

NBA’s Al Harrington: “Impact Before Profit” in Cannabis Mission

By Jules Puffings / September 26, 2024 /

Al Harrington’s Village Dispensary Focuses on Empowering Communities Impacted by Prohibition Former NBA star turned cannabis entrepreneur Al Harrington has made it his mission to use the cannabis industry to…

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Texas' Revolver Brewing to be Acquired by Cannabis Company

Texas’ Revolver Brewing to be Acquired by Cannabis Company

By Phil Greenwood / August 19, 2024 /

Tilray Brands to Acquire Revolver Brewing and Other Craft Breweries If you’ve visited any Texas supermarket or beverage emporium recently, you’ve likely come across cans of beer from Revolver Brewing.…

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Alabama Medical Cannabis Grower Approaches First Harvest Amid Ongoing Litigation

By Phil Greenwood / June 5, 2024 /

Native Black Cultivation Nears First Harvest Antoine Mordican, CEO of Native Black Cultivation and a medical cannabis cultivation license holder in Alabama, is on the verge of harvesting his first…

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Illegal Cannabis Seizure: Over 200lbs Confiscated in I-40 Traffic Stops, $10,000 Seized

By Gene Mcklnley / May 16, 2024 /

The Arkansas State Police’s Interstate Criminal Patrol made significant arrests in separate traffic stops on Interstate 40, apprehending two women for trafficking illegal narcotics. First Traffic Stop: May 7 On…

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