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The House Appropriations Committee advanced a funding bill that prevents the Department of Justice from using funds to reclassify the plant. < Back House GOP Moves Forward on Blocking Trump Administration’s Power to Reschedule Cannabis Sep 11, 2025 Cannabis Business Times Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link The House Appropriations Committee advanced a funding bill that prevents the Department of Justice from using funds to reclassify the plant. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

Cannabis enhances sensory perception, making music more profound. Seth Misterka and Jenny Deveau of Dynasty Electrik combine sound healing with cannabis. They met in a New York bar and later incorporated sound healing into their practice. They opened Mile High Retreat in California and now have Seal Harbour Sanctuary in Nova Scotia, offering retreats. They released an album, "Journey to Tranquility," in 2023. < Back The Benefits of Sound Healing and Cannabis Feb 11, 2025 Joy King Cannabis Now Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Cannabis has long been associated with heightened sensory perception. It’s no secret that being high can make music sound richer and more profound, opening new portals for listeners and enabling them to experience deeper emotional connections that can be healing for the mind, body and soul. Musicians and sound healers Seth Misterka and Jenny Deveau are passionate about the plant and its possibilities to strengthen the sound healing experience. “Cannabis is a perfect complement for sound baths,” Misterka says. “Since it enhances your senses and your sense of relaxation, it’s perfect to experience this audio, inner journey kind of experience that you have during a sound bath.” Deveau and Misterka are the creative couple behind Dynasty Electrik, a music and sound healing duo that combines ancient wisdom with their respective musical skills. They describe it as a bridge between the ancient tradition of sound healing and contemporary artistry combined with nature’s healing plants. The distinctive sound encourages listeners to reflect deeply, guiding them on a personal journey of growth and rejuvenation. Misterka says that the duo’s discovery of combining cannabis and sound healing was natural. “We were already using cannabis for its relaxing and spiritually uplifting qualities before we started practicing sound healing,” he says. “Cannabis is medicine and sound is medicine, so together they can really amplify each other. The relaxing and sensory enhancing effects of cannabis are a wonderful complement to a sound healing journey.” The couple met at a chance encounter in a New York bar in the early 2000s and developed into an electronic musical act. However, in 2012, their path took an unexpected and transformative turn to sound healing, an ancient tradition that uses the principle that specific sound frequencies can bring our bodies back into harmony. They began working with Lisa Ishvara Murphy, an energy medicine healer based in Fairhaven, MA. “Cannabis is a perfect complement for sound baths,” Misterka says. “Sound healing is a major part of her practice,” Misterka says. “We began working and studying with her after seeing the amazing results she was getting when working with people with supposedly “incurable” conditions.” Murphy sent them to the small, artsy mountain town of Brevard, NC. There, they “ived in a little cabin in the woods for six months. They spent their days making music and visiting waterfalls while studying energy and sound healing medicines. They learned to play the singing bowls, ancient instruments used for healing and transformation. “It was such a magical and wonderful time,” Misterka recalls. With a desire to hold onto that magic and share it with others, Misterka and Deveau dove deeper into shamanic sound healing, opening profound dimensions that enriched their artistry as musicians and guides. They decided to head west and opened their first sanctuary, Mile High Retreat, in Southern California in 2018. “We wanted a place where we could retreat into nature and have that peace and serenity to explore our creativity, sound healing and energy healing,” Misterka says. During their time in California, Dynasty Electrik was also the resident sound healer at the renowned Mystic Journey Crystal Gallery in Venice, CA, where they hosted many celebrities and large companies during these sound baths, including Usher, Snapchat and Marvel Studios. “Every week, we cultivated an amazing community, which sold out for two and a half years,” Deveau says. “We did a number of collaborations, particularly with CBD companies. CBD is a great medicine in its own right, especially for people that don’t like the effects of THC.” Misterka and Deveau then relocated to a remote beach town in Nova Scotia, Canada. In 2022 they established Seal Harbour Sanctuary, a sound healing retreat center on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. According to Misterka, the region has long held a magnetism for them. “Lisa Ishvara Murphy had a place in Nova Scotia and always talked fondly of the mystical quality up here,” he says. “And Jenny’s great-grandfather is from Nova Scotia, so it always held a place in our imagination. It’s an opportunity to live here on the ocean, exploring kind of our ancestral roots in a landscape of magic and mystery.” Musicians and sound healers Seth Misterka and Jenny Deveau are passionate about the plant and its possibilities to strengthen the sound healing experience. Seal Harbour Sanctuary hosts three-day immersive boutique retreats which indulge in the profound connection between yourself, the Earth and the cosmos within the serenity of a stunning natural setting. It’s a sacred space where shared energies enable guests to transcend beliefs, patterns and fears. “Cannabis is completely legal everywhere in Canada, which creates an even more tolerant environment than in the US—Nova Scotia is particularly cannabis friendly,” Misterka says. “And Seal Harbour Retreat is a safe space to enjoy cannabis in all its forms.” Still producing music alongside their in-person sound baths, in August 2023, Dynasty Elektrik released a new, mesmerizing sound-healing album called *Journey to Tranquility. *The album’s 12 tracks offer a captivating fusion of cosmic frequencies, binaural beats and ethereal vocals, guiding listeners to a serene haven of relaxation and meditation as they melt into their bodies and tap into that mind-body connection. 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Leaf margin burn in cannabis plants can indicate several issues. < Back Feel the (Cannabis Leaf Margin) Burn Jul 14, 2025 staff Cannabis Business Times Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Leaf margin burn can mean a variety of things when presenting in cannabis plants. Here’s what you need to know. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

A GOP congressman says he’s “excited” to work with the Trump administration to advance psychedelics reform, expressing enthusiasm about federal health officials who appear “friendlier” to the issue compared to those who served under past presidents. In an interview with Fox News, Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) talked about his work to secure funding for studies into the therapeutic benefits of psychedelics such as psilocybin, MDMA and ibogaine—including the passage of legislation to require Department of Defense (DOD) clinical trials into such substances for active duty service members that then-President Joe Biden signed into law. < Back GOP Congressman ‘Excited’ To Advance Psychedelics Reform With ‘Friendlier’ Trump Administration Officials Jun 6, 2025 Kyle Jaeger Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link A GOP congressman says he’s “excited” to work with the Trump administration to advance psychedelics reform, expressing enthusiasm about federal health officials who appear “friendlier” to the issue compared to those who served under past presidents. In an interview with Fox News, Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) talked about his work to secure funding for studies into the therapeutic benefits of psychedelics such as psilocybin, MDMA and ibogaine—including the passage of legislation to require Department of Defense (DOD) clinical trials into such substances for active duty service members that then-President Joe Biden signed into law. “In this year’s appropriations process, my goal is to at least double that funding,” the congressman said, adding that his state of Texas has also approved legislation to provide tens of millions of dollars in funding to explore the medical potential of psychedelics. “One of the reasons I wanted to start at the top with the Department of Defense—and make it a little controversial, because we said specifically that you had to let active duty service members be part of those trials should they choose to do so—and when you start at the top, what that has is a trickle down effect and removes that taboo.” “There’s a lot of people who agree on this. This is bipartisan, and I couldn’t be prouder of the results so far,” Crenshaw said. “Still, there’s a lot of work to do, and I’m excited to work with with [U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.] and then the people that he’s appointed who I think are friendlier to [the issue].” This mission has always been personal. I’ve lost brothers to the invisible wounds, and I’ve watched others recover when nothing else worked. That’s why I passed a law authorizing DoD trials on psychedelic therapies like psilocybin and ibogaine. Stanford’s study on ibogaine… pic.twitter.com/BY8drnXqLt — Rep. Dan Crenshaw (@RepDanCrenshaw) June 5, 2025 He added that it’s “not that the last administration was unfriendly,” but the current composition of the Trump administration is “definitely friendly to this idea, and these breakthrough therapies that have that have saved lives.” The congressman also referenced legislation that state lawmakers in Texas recently sent to the governor to create a state-backed research consortium to conduct clinical trials on ibogaine as a possible treatment for substance use disorders and other mental health conditions, with the goal of developing a drug that would win U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval. In a social media post promoting the Fox interview, Crenshaw said that “this mission has always been personal. I’ve lost brothers to the invisible wounds, and I’ve watched others recover when nothing else worked.” “That’s why I passed a law authorizing DoD trials on psychedelic therapies like psilocybin and ibogaine,” he said. “These promising treatments can save lives—and with @SecKennedy’s openness and strong bipartisan support, we’re closer than ever to ensuring we fully research the potential clinical benefits of breakthrough therapies.” Late last year, Crenshaw separately urged FDA to finalize guidance on conducting clinical trials into psychedelics to facilitate research, including investigations focusing on the potential benefits of substances such as MDMA and psilocybin for military veterans. Meanwhile, another Republican congressman—Rep. Jack Bergman (R-MI) of the Psychedelics Advancing Therapies (PATH) Caucus—recently expressed optimism about the prospects of advancing psychedelics reform under President Donald Trump, arguing that the administration’s efforts to cut spending and the federal workforce will give agencies “spines” to tackle such complex issues. Rep. Morgan Luttrell (R-TX), who is a retired Navy SEAL, separately shared more details about his own “life-saving” experience with psychedelic therapy to treat symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)—explaining how ibogaine allowed him to not only see cosmic colors and shapes and mathematic formulas “raining down” on him but also helped resolve long-held challenges in his interpersonal relationships. What happens next at the congressional level remains uncertain, but Bergman and fellow PATH Caucus co-chair Rep. Lou Correa (D-CA) introduced a bill in April to provide $30 million in funding annually to establish psychedelics-focused “centers for excellence” at VA facilities, where veterans could receive novel treatment involving substances like psilocybin, MDMA and ibogaine. Luttrell is an original cosponsor. Within the Trump administration, top officials are also touting the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, including the head of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) who said in an interview over the weekend that exploring psychedelic medicine is a “top priority,” especially when it comes to helping military veterans grapple with trauma from being sent to fight “unnecessary wars.” The commissioner’s remarks has come in the context of a seemingly meaningful shift on psychedelics policy within this administration—with the secretaries of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and HHS that oversees FDA also having expressed support for exploring the issue. Trump’s recent pick for U.S. surgeon general has previously described her personal experience benefitting from psilocybin. Last month, VA Secretary Doug Collins touted the fact that he’s “one of the first” secretaries of the agency with a commitment to exploring psychedelics as a potential therapy option for veterans. Collins also recently met with a military veteran who’s become an advocate for psilocybin access to discuss the therapeutic potential of psychedelic medicine for the veteran community. Last month, the secretary separately informed Trump during a Cabinet meeting that his agency is “opening up the possibility of psychedelic treatment” for veterans. Also, during a Senate committee hearing last month, he separately reiterated his commitment to exploring the efficacy of psychedelic therapy to address serious mental health conditions that commonly afflict veterans. Bipartisan congressional lawmakers have also asked the VA head to meet with them to discuss ways to provide access to psychedelic medicine for military veterans. Collins disclosed last month that he had an “eye-opening” talk with the HHS secretary about the medical potential of psychedelic medicine. And Collins said he’s open to the idea of having the government provide vouchers to cover the costs of psychedelic therapy for veterans who receive services outside of VA as Congress considers pathways for access. In December, VA separately announced that it’s providing $1.5 million in funding to study the efficacy of MDMA-assisted therapy for veterans with PTSD and alcohol use disorder (AUD). 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Most Americans Back Legalizing Marijuana, But Trump Voters Not On Board, Conservative Group’s Poll Shows Amid Rescheduling Rumors < Back Most Americans Back Legalizing Marijuana... Dec 17, 2025 Kyle Jaeger Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link As President Donald Trump prepares to announce a decision on marijuana rescheduling, a new poll from a religious conservative research firm again shows that a majority of Americans are ready for legalizing cannabis altogether. Trump voters, however, are largely not on board with the change—with the exception of younger ones. The survey—conducted by YouGov on behalf of the Ethics and Public Policy Center (EPPC)—was detailed in a post published by one of the organization’s lead researchers on his Family Matters blog last week. Overall, it found that 57 percent of respondents either “somewhat” or “strongly” support cannabis legalization. A demographic breakdown of age and political affiliation showed some familiar divides on the issue, with a majority of people aged 46 and older who voted for Trump in the last election (53 percent) oppose legalization. However, a 49 percent plurality of Trump voters 18-45 said they do back the reform. Among people who voted for former Vice President Kamala Harris in the last election, however, there was a somewhat unusual finding: More people in the older cohort (87 percent) said they support legalization than those in the younger cohort (71 percent). A majority of Republicans oppose marijuana legalization, with even young GOP voters are pretty split, and those with kids really don't like it. Rescheduling pot will make young men worse off — and it won't save the GOP in next year's midterms, either: https://t.co/gQR3o3S0rF https://t.co/scEFw0PdQc pic.twitter.com/ubWbgQr7X0 — Patrick T. Brown (@PTBwrites) December 12, 2025 Asked about the net effect of legalization on society, 68 percent of younger Harris voters said it leads to “more social benefits than costs,” and an even larger majority (82 percent) of older Harris voters said the same. By contrast, a majority of both younger and older Trump voters (59 percent and 67 percent, respectively) said legalization is associated with “more social costs than benefits.” Adults 18-45 without children were more supportive of ending prohibition at 60 percent, compared to 52 percent who are parents, the poll found. “This offers a sketch for what a new political coalition interested in curbing the excesses of our rapid entry into a world of widespread medical marijuana might look like,” EPPC’s Patrick Brown said, adding that if the Trump administration does move to reschedule marijuana, “conservatives and well-meaning liberals shouldn’t accept a new reality of capitalism-fueled marijuana availability without a fight.” “The concerns about what widespread weed could mean for children’s health—and young adults’ long-term outcomes—won’t have gone away, regardless of the profit motives involved,” he said. While this poll does show a partisan split on the issue with most Republicans against legalization, other independent surveys over recent years have signaled that ending prohibition is an increasingly bipartisan issue. That said, support among GOP voters dipped somewhat over the last year, according to a recent Gallup poll. A separate research firm associated with Trump survey of registered voters did recently show that a majority of Republicans back a variety of cannabis reforms, including rescheduling, states’ rights to legalize and marijuana industry access to banking services and stock exchanges. Sources familiar with the administration’s potentially imminent decision on marijuana reform haven’t been suggesting that the president intends to *legalize* marijuana, however. The proposal to move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) would mean it’d still be federally prohibited. But marijuana businesses could then start taking federal tax deductions, and it could help reduce certain research barriers associated with Schedule I drugs. There was also reporting this week indicating that the executive order on rescheduling that the president is expected to issue may also contain additional components touching on cannabis business banking access and Medicare coverage for CBD. On Monday, Trump said he is “very strongly” considering rescheduling cannabis in part to ease restrictions on research into its effects. Opponents of the policy change have stepped up their efforts to dissuade the administration from moving forward, arguing that a reclassification to Schedule III will further normalize marijuana use even though it would not federally legalize the plant. Rescheduling would, however, let marijuana businesses take federal tax deductions while reducing certain research barriers associated with Schedule I drugs. Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD), one of the more vocal prohibitionists in Congress, said this week that Trump doesn’t have the authority to unilaterally reschedule marijuana via executive order. But while lawmakers could overrule any administrative move to enact the reform, it would be a “heavy lift” in the Republican-controlled Congress, he acknowledged. Meanwhile, multiple top congressional Democrats are making the case that the modest reform would not go far enough—including Sen. Ron Wyden (R-OR) who said the move is only an attempt by the president to “gaslight” voters into thinking he legalized cannabis to boost his “pathetic” approval ratings. A major drug testing industry organization separately said it’s “sounding the alarm” amid the reports Trump may soon finalize the rescheduling proposal, arguing that the policy change would “have catastrophic consequences for the safety of the United States workforce and transportation sectors.” *— Marijuana Moment is tracking hundreds of cannabis, psychedelics and drug policy bills in state legislatures and Congress this year. Patreon supporters pledging at least $25/month get access to our interactive maps, charts and hearing calendar so they don’t miss any developments.* *Learn more about our marijuana bill tracker and become a supporter on Patreon to get access. —* or what it’s worth, a White House spokesperson told Marijuana Moment last week that no actions have been finalized so far. Bipartisan congressional lawmakers have been weighing in on the potential rescheduling decision over the past week—with Democrats like Rep. Alex Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) calling the reform a “no-brainer” and others like Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD) pushing back against the proposal. The Washington Post reported last week that Trump was planning to issue an executive order directing federal agencies to move ahead with cannabis rescheduling. The outlet also said the president met earlier this week in the Oval Office with marijuana industry executives, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Mehmet Oz. During that meeting, Trump phoned Johnson, the House speaker, who expressed his opposition to rescheduling cannabis, If the administration does ultimately enact rescheduling, it would mark one of the most significant developments in federal marijuana policy since its prohibition a half a century ago, with a Schedule III reclassification recognizing that marijuana has medical value and a lower abuse potential compared to other Schedule I drugs like heroin. *Photo courtesy of Mike Latimer.* The post Most Americans Back Legalizing Marijuana, But Trump Voters Not On Board, Conservative Group’s Poll Shows Amid Rescheduling Rumors appeared first on Marijuana Moment. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... 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DC Xtracts, founded by Rob Vasquez, has gained a loyal following in Washington D.C.'s medical cannabis program by producing clean and honest extracts that reflect the quality of the flower, setting them apart from other companies in the market. < Back Inside DC Xtracts: Rob Vasquez on Craft Cannabis Extraction and Brand Integrity Jul 1, 2025 Editorial Staff Outlaw Report Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link In a market crowded with gimmicks and questionable concentrates, DC Xtracts has carved out a loyal following by doing the exact opposite: keeping it clean, honest, and rooted in the craft. Founded by Rob Vasquez, the company built its reputation in Washington D.C.’s medical cannabis program through extracts that reflect the quality of the flower […] Source < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

U.S. Rep. Angie Craig argues that a recent Republican-pushed federal action threatens Minnesota's successful, $200 million hemp industry, which has thrived under state regulation. She advocates for Congress to establish regulatory certainty through specific federal agencies (like the USDA and FDA) rather than imposing blanket bans, and urges protections against marketing hemp-derived products to children. < Back Federal Hemp Ban Pushed By GOP Is A ‘Step Backward,’ Democratic Congresswoman Says (Op-Ed) Dec 3, 2025 Marijuana Moment Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link *“Our governments, farmers and small businesses need more guidance and regulatory certainty—not blanket bans.”* *By U.S. Rep. Angie Craig (D-MN), via MinnPost* Since Congress legalized hemp in 2018, Minnesota’s hemp industry has blossomed. In the roughly two and a half years since Minnesota signed its own hemp legalization bill into law, hemp has grown into a $200 million a year industry, creating thousands of local jobs in everything from farming and brewing to soapmaking and textiles. It has flourished because Minnesota stepped up to do things the right way by implementing smart and reasonable regulation at the state level. But a few weeks ago, congressional Republicans decided to turn back the clock on the progress Minnesota’s hemp industry has made—threatening local jobs, small businesses, tax revenue and innovation along with it. Much to my disappointment, they did so without talking to Minnesota stakeholders or engaging with the committees most involved in the hemp supply chain—from growth to final product. That includes the House Agriculture Committee, where I serve as the top Democrat. Since then, my office has been flooded with calls, emails and letters from concerned Minnesotans. If the federal government is to get involved in hemp production and sales at the state level, it ought to do so by providing regulatory clarity and market structure for a growing industry—not by adopting one-size-fits-all policies that upend a critical economic engine overnight. In Minnesota, hemp supports jobs at 132 licensed growers, 96 licensed processors and over 2,000 retailers. Despite only a minority of Minnesotans reporting regular use of cannabis or hemp-derived products, a majority—over 60 percent—say they support its legalization. These Minnesotans are not a monolith. Everyone from veterans to hockey moms use hemp-infused products, and consumer choice would be restricted by federal overreach. This newly passed law gives Congress one year to determine a path forward that protects Minnesota small businesses and consumers. Instead of taking a step backward, Congress should look to taking the next step forward to create regulatory certainty for hemp products nationwide. Federal agencies need to know who is in charge, and who regulates what. While certain decisions can be left to the states—in the same way that states are allowed to regulate the sales of alcohol—the federal government still has a role to play regarding which agencies have jurisdiction over what aspects of the cannabis industry. Everyone from veterans to hockey moms use hemp-infused products, and (despite what my Republican colleagues think) it's not the federal government’s place to get involved. I’m supporting the family farmers that grow hemp, the small businesses that process it and the Minnesota… pic.twitter.com/UMjhqvcYG3 — Angie Craig (@RepAngieCraig) December 3, 2025 The U.S. Department of Agriculture should establish the guidelines and regulations for the growth and production of hemp, including hemp fiber and grain—a surprising source of protein. The Food and Drug Administration likely needs to engage around hemp-infused edibles and beverages, dietary supplements, cosmetics and pharmaceutical products. Other federal agencies likely need to have a say in other areas, including the Federal Trade Commission, which could influence how these products are marketed and advertised across the country, and the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, which has experience regulating the production of intoxicating substances. I have been at the forefront of this effort. In 2020, I joined a cohort of Minnesota lawmakers to call on federal agencies to coordinate and streamline hemp rules so that Minnesota farmers, businesses and tribes could benefit from the budding industry. In 2023, I worked across the aisle and put forth bipartisan legislation to protect consumers and ensure food and dietary supplements made with cannabidiol (commonly referred to as CBD) were properly regulated. Any solution must also address the very real concerns expressed by retailers, parents and law enforcement. That includes preventing hemp-derived products from being marketed to children in the same way that vapes and e-cigarettes have been, with their eye-catching colors and bubblegum-flavored cartridges. Their worries make sense. I’ve seen firsthand the jobs and opportunities that legal hemp provides in Minnesota and heard from concerned parents about unregulated hemp-products. I applaud our state for setting the gold standard for hemp regulation and oversight when the federal government would not. Our governments, farmers and small businesses need more guidance and regulatory certainty—not blanket bans. I stand ready to continue my work in Congress to support the Minnesota farmers who grow hemp, the small businesses that process it, and the Minnesota brewers and small businesses that produce and sell safe regulated products. *Rep. Angie Craig, a Democrat, represents Minnesota’s 2nd congressional district and is a candidate for U.S. Senate. * This article first appeared on MinnPost and is republished here under a Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. The post Federal Hemp Ban Pushed By GOP Is A ‘Step Backward,’ Democratic Congresswoman Says (Op-Ed) appeared first on Marijuana Moment. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... 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The craft cultivator's focus on terpenes and cannabinoids distinguishes its flower in the adult-use market. < Back The Massachusetts Cannabis Trail: How The Fresh Connection Thrives in a Competitive Market Jun 17, 2025 Cannabis Business Times Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link The craft cultivator’s detail-oriented harvest regimen with a focus on diverse terpenes and cannabinoids sets its flower apart in a maturing adult-use space. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

Find the best feminized seeds of 2025. Leafly selected feminized seed strains with exciting genetics & chose what we think are the top picks. The post Leafly’s top 8 feminized seeds of 2025 appeared first on Leafly. < Back Leafly’s top 8 feminized seeds of 2025 May 20, 2025 Leafly Staff Leafly Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Find the best feminized seeds of 2025. Leafly selected feminized seed strains with exciting genetics & chose what we think are the top picks. The post Leafly’s top 8 feminized seeds of 2025 appeared first on Leafly. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

Tennessee Democratic State Rep. Antonio Parkinson plans to propose the "Freedom to Farm Act" in 2026, which would allow one adult per household to grow up to 15 cannabis plants for personal use only, provided they obtain certification and purchase seeds from a state co-op, with the lawmaker emphasizing the bill's potential medical benefits. < Back Tennessee Lawmaker Puts Home Cannabis Cultivation Among 2026 Legislative Priorities Jan 6, 2026 TG Branfalt Ganjapreneur Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link A Tennessee lawmaker included a proposal to legalize home cannabis cultivation among his 2026 legislative priorities, WMC reports. The Freedom to Farm Act, which Democratic State Rep. Antonio Parkinson intends to propose this legislative session, would allow one adult in each household to grow up to 15 cannabis plants for personal use. “Five adult plants, five intermediate plants, and five budding plants, so they can continue to have the supply of marijuana that they need personally. Whether it is for medical purposes or whatever.” — Parkinson to WMC The bill would not allow homegrown cannabis to be sold or otherwise distributed. It would require certification for people who grow cannabis and that the seeds be bought at a state co-op. “If you are caught violating any rules, you will be prosecuted criminally,” Parkinson told WMC, “and you will never be able to take part in this opportunity again.” Parkinson added that home cannabis cultivation would be significant for people with medical conditions. “I am not a marijuana smoker,” he said to WMC, “but I do know there is some medical benefits to those individuals who suffer from debilitating diseases, medical issues, PTSD.” The bill has not yet been formally introduced. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

Building a stable, engaged, and motivated team is crucial for long-term success in the cannabis industry, as highlighted in the MJBizDaily post "10 ways to improve employee retention in the cannabis industry." < Back 10 ways to improve employee retention in the cannabis industry Oct 1, 2025 Margaret Jackson MJbizDaily Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Building a stable, engaged and motivated team for your cannabis business is the foundation of long-term success. 10 ways to improve employee retention in the cannabis industry is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5