Green rush 2.0: Exploring emerging cannabis markets and production countries

In newly emerging cannabis markets, is the same green rush going to happen as in North America? "We've already been there, done that in Australia,"…

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Philip Morris to acquire Israeli cannabis business

Philip Morris, the international tobacco giant, is acquiring the Israeli company Syqe Medical in a deal that could reach $650 million, Calcalist has…

US (VA): Cannabis manufacturer to open growing facility in Alleghany County

A national cannabis products manufacturer is preparing to open a new production facility in Alleghany County to help supply Virginia’s medical cannabis…

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US (OH): Trulieve filed a lawsuit to collect on a $23.8M loan

Trulieve Cannabis Corp. announced that the company has filed a lawsuit suit to collect on a $23.8 million loan from two Ohio borrowers. “Trulieve is…

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US (NY): Regulators vote to allow cannabis farmers markets

New York cannabis regulators have approved a resolution to authorize cannabis farmers' markets where growers could sell their supplies while helping to…

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US (MD): Regulator explains how the state so quickly implemented sales after legalization

A top Maryland cannabis regulator says the state’s proactive approach to legalizing cannabis has allowed it to implement a system that effectively…

Sam Turner - PCA Conference 2023:

"The world is crying out for our product, we just have to work out how to get it there"

There is plenty of demand for Australian-protected cropping exports, particularly in Asia, but there are several challenges surrounding supply,…

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US (NJ): New cultivation may come to Passaic

If all goes according to plan, the city will have its first cannabis cultivator within a year. It's not a done deal yet, said Luxxe Green owner and CEO…

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Sun safety techniques to safeguard agricultural workers

As the nation experiences a summer of extreme heat, Equitable Food Initiative, the capacity-building and certification organization that partners with…

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"Zkittlez" originator releases statement on settlement with "Skittles"

California cannabis brand Terphogz has released the following statement regarding its settlement with Mars Wrigley. "After using the 'Zkittlez' mark…

Growing in 40 degrees:

“Our low pressure misting system is making all the difference in the world”

As Europe is gripped by heat, growers do everything within their reach to combat temperatures up to 40 degrees. Theodoros Savvidis with Savvidis…

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From IBM to THC

What happens when a retired electrical engineer, supply chain manager, and young entrepreneur come together to start a company? Well, you get VT Green Castle Reserve, also…

Ten need-to-know facts about caterpillars

Butterflies and moths are found all over the world. Their preferred place to reproduce is in protected crops – after all, it’s usually warmer inside…