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Hemp Could Have More THC Under New Congressional Bill That Aims To Fix Regulatory Issues For Expanding Industry
By Kyle Jaeger A new congressional bill seeks to build upon the federal legalization of hemp by providing cannabis businesses with additional flexibility that’s been sought after by industry stakehold...
Cannabis compound CBD stops coronavirus in test tube, but can it treat COVID?
By Nancy Lapid Early research suggesting that a popular non-psychoactive compound derived from marijuana might help prevent or treat COVID-19 warrants further investigation in rigorous clinical trials...
OSU study suggests hemp compounds could help block coronavirus
A recent study conducted by Oregon State University researchers found that certain hemp compounds might be able to prevent SARS-CoV-2 — the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 — from entering human cells...
For investors looking to avoid ‘greenwashing,’ hemp fits ESG criteria
By Cemile Kavountzis While world leaders convened in November to discuss the future of climate policies around the globe, many financial experts already knew how important environmental, social and go...
Delta-8 THC Is Allowed In Texas Again
By Chris Kudialis Texas became one of many states to step in and ban Delta-8 THC earlier this year, arguing the popular hemp-based compound nicknamed “diet weed” should be regulated similar ...
DEA Emboldens Delta-8 Hemp Businesses By Signaling That The Cannabinoid Is Federally Legal
By Kyle Jaeger Hemp industry advocates are touting recent comments from DEA representatives who’ve responded to inquiries about delta-8 THC. Officials with the federal agency have indicated to state r...
California Governor Signs Bill Legalizing Smokable Hemp And Sale Of CBD-Infused Foods And Drinks
By Kyle Jaeger California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Wednesday signed a bill that stands to dramatically expand the state’s hemp industry by legalizing retail sales of a wide range of consumable product...
Safety data, legislative action next steps for CBD, hemp leaders say
By Laura Drotleff The Food and Drug Administration announced its decision in July, in letters to CBD makers Charlotte’s Web of Colorado and Irwin Naturals of California. The companies sought agency cl...
THC-O Acetate Q&A with Dr. Ethan Russo: ‘Don’t Go There’
By Jolene Hansen Over the past several months, onlookers have watched heavily hyped, high-inducing cannabinoids divide the hemp industry. As a growing number of states step in to regulate these contro...