Canada 2nd Country Worldwide to Legalize Recreational Cannabis

Groundbreaking news hit this week as Canada became the second country to legalize adult-use recreational cannabis on October 17th. It was an exciting time, and Canada’s new legal shops saw massive lines and lots of shortages. Here are the stories from the week as the country enjoyed their tastes of marijuana freedom: Continue reading Canada 2nd Country Worldwide to Legalize Recreational Cannabis

SXSW for Cannabis? [Comedy Event Coming Up]

1st National Cannabis Business, Education & Entertainment Convention

There’s an exciting new cannabis entertainment convention, which has been likened to a South By Southwest (SXSW) Fest for the marijuana industry. It’s being put on by cannabis technology solution provider Enlighten, and a Seattle-based data analytics company Lemonhaze. Continue reading SXSW for Cannabis? [Comedy Event Coming Up]

Fun Edibles Banned in Washington – Time to Stock Up!

In a hush hush ruling brought down by the Washington Liquor Cannabis Board, the state agency that controls the sales of marijuana, pretty much all the fun edibles will be banned. Continue reading Fun Edibles Banned in Washington – Time to Stock Up!

Rise w/ Burning Man Sunrise Mix || Soul Potion

Face the day with bright and shining energy with this hour-long sunrise music mix from Burning Man 2018. Enjoy these strains with it: Continue reading Rise w/ Burning Man Sunrise Mix || Soul Potion

20% of California Cannabis Products Fail Testing

In a state that recently legalized cannabis, ironing out the kinks has been a challenge. Since California’s first legal cannabis stores opened on January 1, 2018, it’s been up to the state’s regulators to shut down black market stores in an effort to curb illegal cannabis activity in the highly regulated new market. Now the Associated Press reported that nearly 20 percent of California’s legal products have failed lab testing reports. However, those closest to the industry believe that the standards for testing are unrealistic and difficult for all companies to achieve. Continue reading 20% of California Cannabis Products Fail Testing

Northern Mariana Islands Legalize Cannabis Through Legislation

In a stunning first, the Northern Mariana Islands became the first U.S. location to legalize adult recreational cannabis through legislative action, not popular vote or referendum. Continue reading Northern Mariana Islands Legalize Cannabis Through Legislation

Maine Restaurant Gives Lobsters Marijuana, State Investigates

A concept that’s been around for a long time, marijuana is used to aid in pain management and treat anxiety and other stressors. However, one Maine restaurant has taken this concept to a new level when it decided to blow marijuana smoke over lobsters before being boiled and served to customers. Continue reading Maine Restaurant Gives Lobsters Marijuana, State Investigates

Can CBD Help Reduce THC Anxiety?

Having been a long-time cannabis consumer, and former black market marijuana user, being able to pick and choose the strain you’re consuming is a relatively new concept. Even though Washington State legalized recreational cannabis for adults in 2012, the ability to decide which strains you want has evolved over time. Personally, my desire has gone from choosing high sativa strains to choosing strains based on their terpenes, and even whether or not they contain CBD. Continue reading Can CBD Help Reduce THC Anxiety?

Leafwire’s ‘The Future of Cannabis Pitch Slam’ Debuts 9/20

The Future of Cannabis Pitch Slam brings together industry entrepreneurs and cannabis hopefuls in a ‘Shark Tank’-style competition – all competing for cash prizes.

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From the Ground Up: BioSoil Farm Spotlight

Growing the biggest and best marijuana is a delicate artwork that requires experts in each phase. Chad Currin, President of BioSoil Farm is the expert in creating all natural soil amendments needed to boost the productivity and quality of a cannabis crop. He wanted to share some of his insights and techniques on growing cannabis with you. Read on to learn more about worm farming, soil microbes, nutracycling, and the overall cannabis growing process. Continue reading From the Ground Up: BioSoil Farm Spotlight