The renegade trend of Delta-8 THC products derived from hemp is under threat as state governments are making it illegal. Delta-9 THC is the type of THC identified and made illegal under federal law. Delta-8 THC is extracted from hemp via a scientific process. Fourteen states have banned Delta-8 THC already. They include Colorado, Washington, […]
Derived from legal hemp, Delta 8 THC is a legal cannabinoid becoming very popular to treat health conditions and relax. Made possible by science, it is sold legally by CBD vendors and headshops. Legal Loopholes Delta-8 THC is not illegal as a Schedule I narcotic the way Delta-9 THC cannabis is. Delta-9 THC is the […]
The new Cannabis & Hemp Research Institute (CHRIS) at Stockton University seeks to provide education, research, and resources for the local and national cannabis and hemp markets. The new institute builds on the Cannabis Studies academic program at Stockton. They will develop research focusing on hemp cultivation practices, non-medical cannabis research, lab testing, and the […]
CBD Oil is becoming known as a great method to treat many chronic conditions that traditional medicine has not been able to address. CBD oil is derived from the cannabinoid Cannabidiol also known as CBD, the most medically beneficial bioactive chemical in cannabis. Cannabidiol has been marketed for its potential to treat various types of […]
Jill Cohen has opened a female-centered CBD store in Maplewood called the Cannaboss Lady, selling beauty, health, and cannabis wellness products. TheCannaBossLady was first an online platform built to help people make informed decisions about hemp and CBD products while creating a community of empowered women in the cannabis space. Since October 2019, she has […]
George Martorano, the longest-serving first-time non-violent prisoner for cannabis, is looking to make his Hip Hemp Cafe in Atlantic City a dispensary. “I did 32 plus years for marijuana,” he said. George Martorano was held in federal prison from 1983 to 2015 when he was released at 65. George Martorano and Legacy Operations His father […]
The Pennsylvania Cannabis Festival this past weekend was a great gathering of cannabis-related enthusiasts, advocates, patients, and business people. Held outside Kutztown this past weekend, the site consisted of two large pavillions with vendors in tents surrounding them. There were many people of different ages there, though mostly younger people. A few seniors and eccentrics […]
Green Cell led a tour of an NJ hemp farm in North Jersey that showcased the nuts and bolts of the hemp growing process. It featured the first licensed hemp grower. The tour was led by Dan Watkins, CEO of Green Cell on their hemp farm in Lincoln Park, NJ which will utilize massive greenhouses […]
CWCBEducation, a new business initiative from CWCBExpo (Cannabis World Congress & Business Expo), will help hemp, CBD, and cannabis entrepreneurs prepare to enter markets or expand their businesses. “The industry is overdue for a comprehensive and credible education program that provides a multi-layered approach to learning. Culminating with pitches to potential investors and customers,” said […]
This year hasn’t been kind to the hemp industry. The year started well with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) approving hemp cultivation in 49 states, including New Jersey. A combination of circumstances has led to a serious sales slump in the hemp market. Hemp Market Problems An initial rush on the market followed the […]
Many cannabis proponents enjoy Earth Day. Not just because it’s near 420. They believe in growing cannabis in an environmentally friendly manner. It makes sense for those that value a plant that has been illegal to value Earth Day. Green cultivators believe that cannabis should be cultivated without pesticides and Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs). As […]
The Institute for Food, Nutrition, and Health at Rutgers University hosted its second annual educational event on the nuances of growing NJ hemp last night. As part of its mandate to foster agriculture, Rutgers and the Institute and their partners in local government are committed to fostering the growth of hemp in New Jersey. I’m […]
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