Dan UlloaNJ-CRC Opens Comments on Proposed Cannabis Edibles Rules
The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) is opening public comment on the rules to expand cannabis edibles.
NJ-CRC Launches Safe Cannabis Consumption Education Campaign
The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) launched its statewide public education campaign on safe cannabis consumption. NJ-CRC Executive Director Jeff Brown noted they are mandated by law to encourage safe use. “We have developed factual, science-based material on cannabis, its effects, and potential risks for all, especially for at-risk populations. Highlighting the effects on […]
Federal Cannabis Policy Advances with SAFER Banking Act, MORE Act & Rescheduling Talk
Federal cannabis policy is progressing in Congress and the Biden Administration, with the SAFER Banking Act and MORE Act advancing and talk of rescheduling. Many federal cannabis policy bills have made little progress. But major changes could be on the horizon. Senate Advances Cannabis Banking Reform Bill for First Time The U.S. Senate Committee on […]
New Jersey Cannabis License Social Equity Webinar Held by Baked by the River Dispensary
The Baked by the River dispensary recently held a New Jersey cannabis license social equity webinar with the firm New Frontier Data. Baked by the River CEO Jesse Marie Villers noted she has been free of opioids for ten years. Villars credited cannabis as assisting with her recovery. She is a Social Equity license candidate. […]
Heady NJ StaffHigh CBD vs High THC Cannabis Strains
Understanding the properties of high CBD and THC cannabis strains is fundamental for those consuming for either medical or recreational use. This article will delve into the specifics of CBD and THC, the advantages that each one offers, and the contrast between strains high in CBD and THC. Additionally, we will provide guidance on how […]
Cannabis College Oaksterdam University Releases Budtender’s Guide
Pioneering cannabis college Oaksterdam University has released The Budtender’s Guide: A Reference Manual for Cannabis Consumers and Dispensary Professionals. A budtender is an individual who helps customers at a dispensary. While they may seem like simple retail clerks, the position is regulated by the NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) here in Garden State and their […]
Jersey City Planning Board OKs Legacy to Lifted, Ham & Chaz Cannabis Dispensaries
The Jersey City Planning Board approved Legacy to Lifted and the Hamm & Chaz cannabis dispensaries despite pending ordinance changes and distance issues. At the beginning, Commissioner Dr. Vidya Desai questioned why they were moving forward with Jersey City cannabis dispensaries despite pending cannabis ordinance changes. Planning Board Secretary Cameron Black said the cannabis dispensary […]
Columbia Care’s NJ Cannabist Dispensary in Deptford 1st to Unionize Nationally
The United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) labor union Local 360 announced that workers for the large cannabis corporation Multi-State Operator (MSO) Columbia Care’s Cannabist NJ dispensary in Deptford voted to join them. It’s Columbia Care’s first location to unionize successfully. Deptford Township is in Gloucester County in South Jersey. The Columbia Care Cannabist dispensary […]
NY Cannabis Social Equity Investment Fund Problems Offers Lessons for NJ
To address access to capital for cannabis entrepreneurs, the NY Cannabis Social Equity Investment Fund was established. NJ can learn from it.
MSO Curio Wellness Claims Some NJ Medical Cannabis License Winners Not Owned by Women
The MSO Curio Wellness launched a lawsuit claiming that women do not own some of the 2019-201 New Jersey medical cannabis license winners.
New Jersey Cannabusiness License Changes Bill Passes Legislature
The legislature passed a bill changing New Jersey cannabusiness license ownership rules to regulate agreements & increase investment in minority, women, & disabled-vet-owned companies.
Jersey City Cannabis Board OKs 3 NJ Pot Stores, New Spot for County Commissioner’s
The Jersey City Cannabis Control Board (CCB) on Monday approved three NJ pot stores or dispensaries and adjourned one after they had been previously pushed. Sonia Marte-Dublin was first sworn in as a Commissioner to replace City Health and Human Services Director Stacey Flanagan. She serves as the City Recycling Director. Her husband is County […]
