Never in the history of midterms has legal weed been discussed as much as it’s being done now. A major change is in the making. This post from GreenCamp reveals why the candidates are all talking about cannabis. With the midterm elections in the US approaching faster by the day, one topic is on every candidate’s debate agenda—Marijuana legalization. So far, federal cannabis ... Continue Reading
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Legal Weed: A Rigorous Test of Canada’s Public Policy
Legalizing recreational marijuana, Canada begins a national experiment. This post from The New York Times reports how legal weed was celebrated amid euphoria and caution. Canada on Wednesday became the first major world economy to legalize recreational marijuana, beginning a national experiment that will alter the country’s social, cultural and economic fabric, and present the ... Continue Reading
Canadian Universities Come to Terms with Legal Weed
Canadian universities are ready to roll with legal weed. Students will not be allowed to grow cannabis in residence or smoke on campus property. Find out more in this post from CBC News. The legalization of cannabis is around the corner and, as school gets underway in the coming weeks, New Brunswick universities say they're prepared to roll with it. Scott Duguay, ... Continue Reading
Corona Owner: Right Time to Be in Cannabis Business
Corona owner makes a $4 billion bet on cannabis and says it was an extremely exciting time to be in the cannabis business. In this post from CNN Money read about how the maker of Corona is betting that consumers want something more than beer and booze. Constellation Brands is spending $4 billion to boost its stake in cannabis company Canopy Growth. Constellation also owns a ... Continue Reading
What’s the Deal with CBD’s Rising Popularity?
It can help treat pain, isn't addictive and won't get you high. Is CBD really the miracle drug? In this post from Rolling Stone, read about how CBD became the unexpected star of legal weed. These days, a significant number of cannabis users aren't getting stoned – and they're not trying to. Instead, the products they're consuming are high in cannabidiol, or CBD, a compound ... Continue Reading