The Business of Cannabis

Clouds Darken Over CBD As More States Consider Banning Delta-8

Mar 15, 2023 | National

More state governments are joining the growing chorus that would ban synthetic, hemp-derived delta-8 THC, with Arkansas, West Virginia and Texas the most recent to take such measures under consideration. If the bans are implemented, those states would join 15 others...

Cannabis Activist Rob Robar Dead At 54

Mar 9, 2023 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

Robert Joseph Robar, 54, passed away on March 8 surrounded by family and friends with his beloved Billy Strings, Phish and the Grateful Dead playing in the background. He was known widely in Michigan cannabis circles for his big smile, kind spirit and the companies he...

Researchers In Argentina Testing 15 Hemp Grain, Fiber Varieties

Mar 8, 2023 | International

Argentina is moving beyond the hemp flower, with 15 grain and fiber varieties now undergoing evaluation for inclusion in the country’s official seed catalog. Buenos Aires-based Industrial Hemp Solutions (IHS) said it is working with a research team from the Faculty of...

NoCo Indigenous Leaders To Gather At Hemp Expo in Colorado Springs, March 29-31

Mar 8, 2023 | National

Indigenous leaders in the hemp industry are planning their exhibits and talks to bring generations of knowledge to the 9th annual NoCo Hemp Expo, the world’s most comprehensive hemp business conference and trade show. The event will take place on March 29-31, 2023, at...

Tiny Pacific Island Nation Of Vanuatu Hopes To Draw Hemp Investors

Mar 8, 2023 | International

The government of the Pacific island nation of Vanuatu is looking to attract foreign investors and operators to develop medical cannabis and industrial hemp production for export-only after recently finalizing cannabis regulations. Under the new rules, companies...