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South Dakota Emerges as Leader in Hemp Production

South Dakota Emerges as Leader in Hemp Production

By Lisa Fairbanks / July 9, 2024 /

South Dakota Leads Nation in Hemp Production Pierre, SD — South Dakota, once among the last states to legalize industrial hemp farming, has quickly become the top producer of hemp…

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Judge Declines Block: South Dakota’s Intoxicating Hemp Ban Now Law

By Mary Marty / July 2, 2024 /

A new law set to bar the production or sale of high-inducing hemp-derived cannabis products will go into effect on Monday, following a judge’s decision not to block it despite…

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South Dakota Voters to Decide Again on Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization

By Gene Mcklnley / June 4, 2024 /

South Dakota Voters to Decide on Cannabis Legalization for Third Time in November Pierre, SD, June 4, 2024 — South Dakota voters will once again weigh in on the legalization…

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South Dakota Voters to Decide on Cannabis Legalization This November, State Officials Announce

By Jules Puffings / June 4, 2024 /

South Dakota Activists Secure Ballot Placement for Cannabis Legalization Initiative Pierre, SD, June 4, 2024 — South Dakota activists have successfully collected enough signatures to place a marijuana legalization initiative…

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Renewed Efforts: South Dakota Gears Up for Another Recreational Cannabis Ballot Initiative

By Phil Greenwood / May 10, 2024 /

Matthew Schweich, the campaign director of South Dakotans for Better Marijuana Laws, is hopeful that their latest effort for recreational marijuana legalization will succeed where previous attempts fell short. Late…

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Breaking Barriers: The Quest for Recreational Cannabis in South Dakota

By Jules Puffings / May 8, 2024 /

Despite a tumultuous history, advocates of legalizing recreational marijuana in South Dakota are once again making their voices heard, aiming to secure a spot on the state’s November ballot. A…

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Lawsuit Challenges Medical Cannabis on Nebraska’s 2024 Ballot

Lawsuit Challenges Medical Cannabis on Nebraska’s 2024 Ballot

By Lisa Fairbanks / September 24, 2024 /

Nebraska Court to Rule on Lawsuit Challenging Medical Cannabis Ballot Measures A ruling is expected this week in a lawsuit questioning the validity of signatures gathered for two medical cannabis…

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Is America's Cannabis Divide Finally Coming to an End?

Is America’s Cannabis Divide Finally Coming to an End?

By Phil Greenwood / September 12, 2024 /

Presidential Candidates Signal Support for Cannabis Reclassification as States Push for Legalization The divide between state and federal marijuana policies in the U.S. may be narrowing, as both major presidential…

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Hemp vs. Medical Cannabis: SD Sales Impacted, Businesses Warn

Hemp vs. Medical Cannabis: SD Sales Impacted, Businesses Warn

By Lisa Fairbanks / August 22, 2024 /

South Dakota Lawmakers Hear Concerns Over Synthetic THC Impact on Medical Cannabis Market South Dakota’s legislative oversight committee on medical marijuana delved into the challenges posed by synthetic THC products…

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Medical Cannabis Sales Impacted by Illegal Cannabis, Say Growers

Medical Cannabis Sales Impacted by Illegal Cannabis, Say Growers

By Phil Greenwood / August 20, 2024 /

State Panel Considers Summer Study on Synthetic THC Impact in South Dakota The growing concern over synthetic THC products and their impact on South Dakota’s medical marijuana industry took center…

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