The business, culture and legal status of cannabis experienced significant changes in 2019. More than even the experts predicted or thought possible. What does that say about the possibilities for 2020? What states will legalize it? Will congress act in any way? What’s the future of vaping? Etc. etc. etc. In case you have a …
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Take a look at Mike Tyson’s cannabis resort
Have you seen the plans for the Tyson Ranch? The former heavyweight champ is already growing several strains of high-grade marijuana that are used in dozens of off-the-shelf products. But his plans are not just to grow weed; it’s for a 407-acre resort that includes a hotel, spas, lodges, a glamping park, and the world’s …
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Las Vegas set to become a hub for cannabis tourism
Sin City is on verge of becoming even more sinful. 40 million tourists visit Las Vegas every year for its casinos, restaurants and other enticements. Marijuana could soon be another important reason why people come. It is currently legal to purchase cannabis from licensed stores for people aged 21 and over. However, these products cannot …
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A Tiny African Kingdom Wants to Export Its Cannabis to the World
Marijuana fever is now a worldwide phenomenon. There does not appear to be a corner of the globe where entrepreneurs and governments are not banking on a big score. One example is the small African mountain nation of Lesotho with a population of a little over 2 million and which is completely surrounded by South …
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MLB will remove marijuana from list of ‘drugs of abuse’ and test for opioids under new drug agreement
Major League Baseball and its players union have announced a new drug testing regime that removes marijuana from its list of “drugs of abuse,” Under this new policy, the League’s attitude towards marijuana (and its abuse) will be no different from alcohol. I don’t keep track of these things but it seems that this change …
Marijuana Legalization Could Be Coming To These States In 2020
2019 was a great year for cannabis. But, for the people who track these goings on, 2020 is shaping up to be an even more momentous year for legalization and policy reform. A handful of state legislatures are scheduled to consider legalization, and voters in up to 10 states are likely to face a November …
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Green technology: 7-Eleven installs CBD vending machines
Planning a visit to Colorado? You may soon be able to buy your CBD products from vending machines at 7-Eleven stores. How more convenient can this get? Pull in, get some gas, a bag of ice and your favorite CBD items. The system has a sophisticated age and ID verification system but this is now …
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3 Michigan marijuana shops net $221,000 on first day of recreational sales
Economists call it pent up demand! The first day of legalized recreational marijuana sales in Michigan was a financial boon for three Ann Arbor shops – the only retailers licensed to sell recreational marijuana in the state. The three stores racked up total sales of $221,000. Not bad for the first day of business. https://www.abc12.com/
Lil Wayne Just Launched His Own Cannabis Brand
Another celebrity enters the cannabis game! This time it’s Lil Wayne. But, unlike the others, this guy seems to want to cater to a niche market of discriminating, heavy users looking for high quality, highly potent stuff. Perhaps, users like himself. (By the way, don’t you think it’s a little strange to find articles like …
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Coming Out Of The Cannabis Closet
It is believed that about one in seven American adults uses cannabis. But, far, far less than that (very large) number would publicly admit to it. Although declining significantly, there’s obviously still a stubborn stigma attached to cannabis in some quarters. What’s your experience of this? Are you out of the closet? https://www.mysanantonio.com/business/article/Coming-Out-Of-The-Cannabis-Closet-14835291.php
