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Voters in the presidential battleground states of Nevada and Arizona strongly favored the legalization of cannabis in two recent polls by The Tarrance Group, Marijuana Moment reports. Respondents in Nevada strongly supported medical cannabis (85%), adult-use reforms (71%), and banking access for the cannabis industry (80%), while just 22% said they think cannabis should remain Schedule I under federal law. In Arizona, respondents also strongly supported medical cannabis (86%), adult-use legalization (69%), and cannabis banking reforms (78%), while just 19% wanted to keep cannabis as a Schedule I substance. The polls — which were commissioned by The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company…

Police in Canada on Tuesday announced they had taken down an organized crime group believed to have produced tens of thousands of counterfeit candy bars, resembling popular name-brand products, that contained cannabis and psilocybin mushrooms, ABC News reports. Police said they seized more than 120,000 cannabis-infused products resembling brand-name products and more than 6.6 pounds of psilocybin mushrooms in the bust.  Police said the bust included 1,740 psilocybin capsules, more than 400 psilocybin chocolate candies, 2.2 pounds of pressed cannabis resin, over 500 pounds of flower, more than 19 pounds of concentrates, over 5,000 vape cartridges, counterfeit cannabis-laced honey, five…

Illustration: kentoh / Depositphotos The ability to access capital is a critical component for most businesses, but for those in the cannabis industry, it can be especially difficult. Despite the increasing social acceptance and legalization of cannabis in states across the country (and countries around the world), companies in the cannabis sector continue to face significant challenges when it comes to securing funding.  The biggest hurdle these businesses face remains federal cannabis prohibition, which often prompts risk-averse lenders to shy away from providing the crucial funding for sustained growth and success. Under federal law, any financial transaction involving cannabis-related businesses—even…

In a statement released last week, Steve Williams, the current mayor of Huntington and Democratic candidate for governor of West Virginia, said he would support a voter referendum to legalize cannabis in the state, The Inter-Mountain reports. His opponent, Republican Attorney General Patrick Morrisey, said legalizing cannabis is not the answer to the state’s substance use disorder crisis.  “West Virginia has an opportunity to join the growing number of states, including Maryland, Ohio, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., that have taken bold steps to legalize cannabis, and I believe it’s time we give the people a voice on this issue. One avenue…

In the evolving world of cannabis concentrates, live resin emerges as a game-changer, captivating connoisseurs and casual consumers. Its unparalleled preservation of the plant’s aromatic terpenes and potent cannabinoids sets it apart, offering an authentic, full-spectrum experience. As we delve into the intricacies of live resin, its potential to redefine the future of cannabis concentrates becomes increasingly clear, signaling a new era in the pursuit of purity and flavor. Understanding Live Resin Live resin, hailed as the pinnacle of cannabis concentrates, captures the essence of the plant at its peak. Unlike traditional concentrates that are often produced from dried and…

Oklahoma cannabis regulators are working to open a testing laboratory in February in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Voice reports. Lee Rhoades, chief science officer for the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) indicated that the lab would perform its own testing of medical cannabis products in the state and serve to double check results from the commercial testers in the state.  “Several years ago, we identified the need for a lab to help support product safety in the state of Oklahoma. We were experiencing many of the same issues as several other states were having. Many of the states realized that we…

A new study on the impact of marijuana consumption on people’s use of other drugs suggests that for many, cannabis may act as a less-dangerous substitute, allowing people to reduce their intake of substances such as alcohol, methamphetamine and opioids like morphine. The survey, of 23,500 people in New Zealand, asked participants about whether their use of cannabis had any influence on their consumption of other substances. For the most part, it found that marijuana use was associated with reduced frequency and quantity of use of other certain substances. “Significant proportions reported cannabis use led to ‘less’ alcohol (60%), synthetic…

Illustration: dencg / Shutterstock In most industries, companies in Europe and the United States see eye to eye and have an interdependent relationship. In the brief history of the cannabis industry, however, this has not been the case. While the U.S. recreational market has grown steadily over the past decade, European countries have taken a much slower and more methodical approach heavily focused on medical programs, public safety, and inhibiting the illicit market. With a strict regulatory environment, a growing number of medical research projects, and the involvement of pharmaceutical companies, European countries have established strong medical programs and only…

The Florida constitutional amendment ballot measure to legalize cannabis is the most expensive campaign to enact the reforms in the U.S. since 2010, according to a Ballotpedia analysis. Supporters and opponents of Amendment 3 have raised a combined $105.08 million, surpassing funds raised in California during the 2016 election cycle when Proposition 64 was on the ballot.  So far, supporters of Amendment 3 have raised $90,441,407 to support the ballot initiative, while opponents have raised $14,640,649, according to Ballotpedia.   Trulieve, the Florida-based multi-state cannabis company, has donated $82.89 million to Smart & Safe Florida PAC – which has led…

A new Arizona rule allowing cannabis dispensaries to provide delivery services for adult-use customers took effect on Friday, AZFamily reports. The new rules require customers who are seeking adult-use cannabis delivery to set up the service in person, verifying they are old enough to purchase cannabis products, and then they can place orders online. Additionally, because the customers are pre-verified, delivery drivers must give all deliveries directly to the customers who placed the order — the deliveries cannot be left with an acquaintance or at someone’s doorstep or porch, according to the report. The rules were implemented months earlier than…