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The document describes how to build an internal nutrient monitoring system that assists teams in preventing minor problems from resulting in major economic losses. < Back Stop Cannabis Nutrient Problems Before They Cause Long-Term Damage Jan 26, 2026 Staff Cannabis Business Times Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link How to build an in-house nutrient monitoring system to help your team prevent small problems from turning into large economic losses. < 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 Canadian cannabis company informed stakeholders about news reports on Investing.com, which were created with AI assistance. < Back Aurora Cannabis Denies 2nd ‘False’ News Report of Acquisition of MedLeaf Therapeutics Jun 19, 2025 Staff Cannabis Business Times Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link The Canadian cannabis company advised stakeholders of news reports on Investing.com that was generated ‘with the support’ of artificial intelligence. < 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

Washington D.C. is moving to expand options for medical cannabis patients with proposed legislation, the "Medical Cannabis Retailer Craft Preparation Endorsement Amendment Act of 2025." This act aims to create a new "craft preparation endorsement" allowing licensed medical cannabis retailers to prepare certain products on-site. Source < Back D.C. considers “Craft Preparation” endorsement for medical cannabis retailers Jun 10, 2025 Editorial Staff Outlaw Report Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Washington D.C. is moving to expand options for medical cannabis patients with proposed legislation, the "Medical Cannabis Retailer Craft Preparation Endorsement Amendment Act of 2025." This act aims to create a new "craft preparation endorsement" allowing licensed medical cannabis retailers to prepare certain products on-site. 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

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Spring planting preparation doesn’t have to be complicated. Consider these steps: deciding if you’re growing for medicine, personal, or commercial purposes, acquire quality genetics, and understanding germination methods. < Back Spring Planting Preparation Apr 30, 2025 Cannabis Now Cannabis Now Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Spring planting preparation doesn’t have to be complicated, but a little work the months beforehand will make the process flow more smoothly, and the extra preparation will most assuredly allow for larger yields if done correctly in most circumstances. *Cannabis Genetics* The first thing is deciding upon if you’re growing for medicine, personal or commercial purposes. This is where quality genetics come in. One of the easiest things to come by is clones. Clones are usually selected from a mother plant which exhibited qualities that were worth growing for one of the stated purposes listed earlier. Acquiring your clones from a reputable source is something to research beforehand either from a good friend, breeder or (if you’re lucky to live in a med state) then possibly from a dispensary. Though this doesn’t necessarily mean that it will always be a quality strain or that it will perform well in your grow environment. Rooting and vegging your selections beforehand will improve your yields by leaps and bounds. So make sure your clones have decent roots before you invest the time and energy into your grow. Using a rooting hormone is not a bad idea for the first several waterings, though not necessary if using organic balanced soils once spring planting is started. I like to veg indoors or in a greenhouse under T5 fluorescent lights. Then it’s not a bad idea to train your plants by pinching or by other techniques used to improve branching like the FIM technique or super cropping. The basic idea is to make more main branches available to allow for heavier yields. *Growing from Seed* For those interested in growing from seed (my preferred method of growing fine cannabis) knowing how to acquire the best genetics possible is the most important factor when selecting what to grow. I would highly recommend attaining your genetics from a seed bank that is reputable. Just because a strain is hyped for a various seed bank doesn’t necessarily mean it is a great strain to grow. It is also a fact that the price of a strain doesn’t mean you’re going to get a better strain than one which is priced for less, so do some research and read reviews from the various seed banks. Selecting a strain which will grow in your environment is important. Some strains are equatorial as either a pure line or a hybridization of an equatorial line. This basically means the genetics for a given strain are accustomed to 12 hours of light and 12 hours without light since its geographical location of origin is in proximity to the equator. Strains within this category are not as prevalent and available, but it should be known for one’s education and the possible availability of more strains in the future. Strains that are equatorial are Colombians, Panama strains, Congolese basin strains, and some in close proximity that act like equatorial strains like South East Asian strains such as Thai and Cambodian (to name a few.) Also it should be known that these strains are less sensitive to photo period and mature more from genetic markers than lack of light period. A good rule to go by is to veg an equatorial strain from seed at least 60 days to preferably 90 days from germination to allow a more mature plant to flower. Allowing the equatorial strain to mature more before flowering will allow for larger yields and shorten the flower time. To start your seed with modern hybrids or strains that are from higher latitudes such as lines from the Hindu Kush range (Afghanistan, Pakistan, North India) know that these seeds have typically been breed for fast maturation and are more photosensitive. Allowing the seedling to grow for 30 to 60 days from germination will produce plants that yield and grow stronger than if one was to induce flower right away. It should be known also that some strains will revert back to a vegetative state if daylight hours are too short, so knowing when plants finish outdoors is important and especially the closer to a magnetic pole you are. This shortening of daylight hours also affects thermal inertia with the axis of the earth moving from spring to winter, incrementally increasing CO2 in the outdoor environment which hastens the maturation of strains which come from non-equatorial environments. *Germination* Germinating seeds either new or old doesn’t have to be tricky. It does take patience and time. This is also where quality genetics come in. Organic seed stock tends to grow more vigorously and seems to have a longer shelf life than seeds made with chemical fertilizers and hormones. A simple way of germinating your seeds is the paper towel method. Some people don’t like this method because of bleach type oxidizers in some paper towels. The way to do the paper towel method of germinating seed is simple. Wet at least two to three sheets of paper towels lightly to moisten but not so that it’s saturated. Then place 10 to 13 seeds or less in a row in the center of the paper towel. Fold the paper towel around the seeds several times to make a type of pouch. The next step would be to see if some more water is needed to moisten the paper towel. If the paper is moist enough then place the moist folded paper towel within a sealable plastic bag. Then place the plastic bag in a dark place and inspect every 12 hours to see if the tap root is peaking through the bottom of the seed which is the pointed side. Some seeds, depending on age or whatever reason, may be as quick as 12 hours or as long as two weeks. So again, patience is needed in germinating seeds. Another method which works well but doesn’t give you an idea that the seed is germinated right away would be to plant the seed directly in soil. I like to layer a starting tray which is made of particle paper so once the seedling roots in soil, it is easily able to be removed and replanted. I like to use a basic organic potting soil which has mycorrhizae in the bottom half layer of each starting tray. Then I use a starting soil mix which is lighter in nutrients and not as dense on the top layer of the starting tray. I fully saturate the soil with water three times the night before so that the soil is moist enough to retain the water. The next day I record which strain is placed in each location and I push the seed pointed side down to ¾ depth or flush. I then use a dropper or turkey baster to moisten the top of the seed with water. You can also use additives like Super Thrive or a little H2O2 mixed with the water to aide oxygenation and kill any pathogens that could ruin your seedling. It should be stated that it’s a good practice to use only a quarter strength or less of what is recommended by the manufacturer of these products until you get used to using them with experience. Remember your seedlings and plants like water but they also need to breathe, so don’t over-water. Always under-water and with time your plants will be able to intake more. I like to water every third day, but monitoring the moisture content is important. Some environments are drier and windy which will dry out soil mixes much more rapidly. So once you have planted your seeds, place them in one position like by a window sill or under T5 fluorescents to initiate growth. I personally like to grow my new seedlings under natural light at first to determine color traits which can only be seen initially. Growing under T5 fluorescents produces nice dark leaves and rapid growth. So after the first set of leaves appear, transplant new seedlings into a small good draining pot or use a plastic beer cup with holes punched out the bottom for proper drainage. Use a basic organic soil mix and back fill the container which is then placed under lights to vegetate and build roots and leaves. *Amendments and Soil* Once your selected sativa or indica variety is induced to flower either under lights indoors/greenhouse or outdoors, having sufficient space to allow ample root growth is essential. A good organic soil mix is preferred and one that contains lower amounts of nitrogen is important so that sensitive vegetative growth is not inhibited, especially for sativas. Sometimes all that is needed is a good balanced organic soil and water, with the addition of occasional tea if required. If you’re into composting it’s a good idea to compost your selected plot of land over the winter so that the breakdown of organic material happens over a longer duration which will free up the humic and fulvic acids and other plant energy to form humus. Once spring time comes around it’s not a bad idea to test your soil by a soil lab to see if your soil needs to be amended. This is a practice for many farmers around the world and it should be used by cannabis farmers as well. Why spend the money on expensive amendments if they are not needed? *Picking Your Plot* Once your plot has been selected make sure it has good available light from morning to night or over the duration of your grow. If the plot is shadowed by hills, mountains, walls, trees this can cause the photosensitive strains to flower earlier and not allow enough time to mature properly which affects the end yields of a given strain. This shadowing of a plot further in the season can also cause plants to reveg from flower causing poor yields and what growers call larf, basically lots of leafy buds which are not very dense. Also hardening off the clones or seedlings is a good idea to not shock your plants from the sun if they have been growing indoors. This can be accomplished by giving the plants indirect sunlight for a few days prior to planting. *Spring Planting* This can be done directly in the ground if your soil can retain nutrients. Making a row of plant holes at least two feet wide to one to three feet deep is typical and the amount of holes depends on how many plants you’re going to be growing. Giving at least five feet of space between plants if not more is a good idea so plants’ roots can spread out and not fight for available nutrients. Once your holes are dug you can plant your strains in the holes using your selected balanced soil mix and it’s a good idea to mix in native soil as well. The mixing of native soil will encourage your plant’s roots to spread out more and not be congested with the nutrient-rich mix that surrounds the newly planted strains. Basically, the more roots your plants have, the larger the flowers. Once the holes are filled in but not packed with soil, lightly tug at the base of your plant’s main stem to allow the roots to grow down instead of sideways or up. Watering in the morning is acceptable if you’re in a humid environment and mold is an issue. Watering in the evening is also a good time, as the heat of the sun isn’t causing stress on the plants. This is optimal for a dry environment where cannabis plants go into the dark cycle and produce cannabinoids and terpenes. Drip irrigation works really well for cannabis watering and it saves on your water bill. Whatever your tastes or needs are with cannabis, please enjoy the experience. Cannabis is one of the most beautiful growing plants in the world with every type of color and look that can be perceived. It’s been used for centuries around the world and is truly our Tree of Knowledge and Life. *Originally published in issue 6 of Cannabis Now Magazine.* The post Spring Planting Preparation appeared first on Cannabis Now. < 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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Union Chill, a single dispensary operator in Hunterdon County, is generating more than $11 million in annualized revenue. < Back TerrAscend Signs Agreement to Acquire 4th Dispensary in New Jersey May 6, 2025 Cannabis Business Times Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Union Chill, a single dispensary operator in Hunterdon County, is generating more than $11 million in annualized revenue. < 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

*TX gov on hemp ban; FL medical marijuana patient penalty; OR appealing cannabis labor ruling; Petition on Facebook’s drug censorship; AK psychedelics* < Back Cannabis consumers unhappy with Trump, poll shows (Newsletter: June 18, 2025) Jun 18, 2025 Tom Angell Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link *TX gov on hemp ban; FL medical marijuana patient penalty; OR appealing cannabis labor ruling; Petition on Facebook’s drug censorship; AK psychedelics* Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Get our daily newsletter. Email address: Leave this field empty if you're human: *Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible…* *Before you dig into today’s cannabis news,* I wanted you to know you can keep this resource free and published daily by subscribing to Marijuana Moment on Patreon. We’re a small independent publication diving deep into the cannabis world and rely on readers like you to keep going. Join us at https://www.patreon.com/marijuanamoment */ TOP THINGS TO KNOW* A new poll conducted by Marijuana Moment and NuggMD shows that 58 percent of cannabis consumers oppose President Donald Trump’s actions on marijuana so far but that 39 percent would increase their support for the administration if legalization or rescheduling were enacted. - The results are the first from what’s intended to be an ongoing tracking poll that surveys cannabis consumers on their thoughts about the administration’s marijuana actions on a quarterly basis. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) said there are “meaningful positions and concerns on both sides of” the debate about a bill to ban consumable hemp products with any amount of THC, adding that he has still not made up his mind about whether to sign it. Florida lawmakers sent Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) a bill to revoke medical cannabis patient and caregiver registrations from anyone convicted of certain drug crimes. Alaska activists launched a campaign to put a psychedelics legalization initiative on the state’s 2026 ballot that would allow non-commercial cultivation and sharing of DMT, mescaline and psilocybin while also establishing a regulated system of licensed healing centers. Oregon officials are appealing a ruling that struck down the state’s voter-approved law that required licensed marijuana businesses to enter into labor peace agreements with workers, taking the case to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Students for Sensible Drug Policy, Drug Policy Alliance, Marijuana Policy Project, NORML and other groups sent a letter pressing Meta about ongoing shadowbanning and censorship of cannabis- and drug-related content on Facebook and Instagram. Tuesday was the 54th anniversary of President Richard Nixon declaring the “war on drugs”—and a Drug Enforcement Administration Museum video spotlights a pen he used to sign the Controlled Substances Act into law. A new study concluded that CBD is “a promising novel pharmacotherapy for problematic alcohol use”—showing a “clear, dose-dependent inhibition” by the cannabis compound “of binge-like ethanol consumption in male and female mice.” The North Carolina Senate Health Care and Finance Committees approved a bill to regulate hemp-derived products and add kratom to the state’s list of controlled substances. A Delaware representative is withdrawing her bill to regulate hemp-derived THC beverages, saying that “we didn’t have enough time left to make sure everybody felt comfortable” with its provisions. */ FEDERAL* Former Department of Government Efficiency head Elon Musk posted what appears to be a report from a drug test showing negative results for various substances. Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT) said he has not recently discussed cannabis banking legislation, adding that Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-OH) will be taking over leadership on the issue. */ STATES* Virginia Democratic attorney general candidate discussed their views on legalizing recreational marijuana sales. A former Texas House speaker criticized legislation to ban consumable hemp products with any amount of THC, tweeting, “Texans want reasonable regulations providing adults safe access to tested & reliable products. Prohibition doesn’t work, let the states decide & get out of people’s medicine cabinets.” A Delaware Republican representative authored an op-ed citing legislation limiting the authority of counties to regulate marijuana businesses as an example of what he said is Democrats’ lack of respect for local communities to govern themselves. New Ohio rules on medical cannabis’s inclusion in the state’s automated Rx reporting system will take effect on August 1. Maryland regulators are being sued over hemp product restrictions. South Dakota regulators filed proposed changes to medical cannabis rules. Massachusetts regulators issued an administrative order on cannabis testing methods. Minnesota regulators published guidance on standards for sampling and testing cannabis products. Connecticut’s cannabis ombudsman discussed her efforts to represent consumers’ needs. Michigan regulators published a monthly report on disciplinary actions taken against marijuana businesses. New Jersey regulators sent a newsletter with updates on various cannabis issues. *— 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. —* */ LOCAL* The Boston, Massachusetts Cannabis Board will meet on Wednesday. */ INTERNATIONAL* Guernsey officials are expressing concerns about the recreational use of medicinal cannabis. */ SCIENCE & HEALTH* A study highlights “CBD’s significant role in reducing inflammation in human keratinocytes and underscores the need to consider the synergistic interactions of several molecules within C. sativa extracts for maximum efficacy.” A study of mice concluded that “CBD represents a promising candidate to reduce voluntary alcohol consumption.” */ BUSINESS* High Times was acquired by RAW Rolling Papers founder Josh Kesselman. High Tide Inc. reported quarterly revenue of C$137.8 million and a net loss of C$2.8 million. Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. shareholders elected board of directors members. Michigan retailers sold $272.6 million worth of legal marijuana products in May. */ CULTURE* Willie Nelson discussed his new THC beverage brand and spoke about how he doesn’t smoke cannabis anymore but just uses edibles. *Make sure to subscribe to get Marijuana Moment’s daily dispatch in your inbox.* Get our daily newsletter. Email address: Leave this field empty if you're human: The post Cannabis consumers unhappy with Trump, poll shows (Newsletter: June 18, 2025) 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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Cannabis cultivation is now more competitive due to market maturity, meaning successful and profitable operators must follow basic rules to succeed. The original post, "The secrets behind a profitable cannabis cultivation operation," is from MJBizDaily. < Back The secrets behind a profitable cannabis cultivation operation Dec 11, 2025 Darcel Duncan MJbizDaily Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Cannabis cultivation was never easy - there was just less competition. Now that the market has matured, successful and profitable operators will follow a few basic rules. The secrets behind a profitable cannabis cultivation operation 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

Gov. JB Pritzker plans to regulate hemp-derived cannabinoid products if state lawmakers and industry advocates don't cooperate. < Back Illinois Governor Says ‘We Will Take Executive Action’ on Intoxicating Hemp Products Sep 17, 2025 Cannabis Business Times Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Gov. JB Pritzker said he will regulate hemp-derived cannabinoid products should state lawmakers and industry advocates remain ‘unwilling.’ < 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 Republican-backed budget bill that includes a ban on hemp-derived THC and THCA flower advanced out of a House subcommittee. < Back Proposed federal hemp-derived THC ban advances despite broad opposition Jun 6, 2025 Chris Roberts MJ Biz Daily Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link A Republican-backed budget bill that includes a ban on hemp-derived THC and THCA flower advanced out of a House subcommittee on Thursday by a 9-7 party-line vote. Proposed federal hemp-derived THC ban advances despite broad opposition 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

The U.S. Virgin Islands is now issuing licenses to cannabis manufacturers and cultivators, nearly three years after legalizing recreational marijuana. This news comes from MJBizDaily. < Back Cannabis business licensing opens in Virgin Islands Oct 20, 2025 Margaret Jackson MJbizDaily Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Nearly three years after legalizing recreational marijuana, the U.S. Virgin Islands is issuing licenses to cannabis manufacturers and cultivators. Cannabis business licensing opens in Virgin Islands 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

Kentucky's Medical Cannabis Program has reached a new milestone with the first legal medical cannabis inventory produced by Armory Kentucky LLC, a licensed cultivator. Governor Andy Beshear stated that this brings the state closer to providing patients with access to medical marijuana by the end of the year, fulfilling a commitment to those suffering from various conditions. Other licensees, including processors and testing labs, are expected to become operational soon. The governor also noted that the implementation has taken longer than desired, leading to executive orders waiving renewal fees for patients and protecting those who obtain medical marijuana out-of-state. Additionally, a new online directory for dispensaries has been launched, and the governor has urged federal action to protect the constitutional rights of medical cannabis patients, especially concerning gun possession. < Back Kentucky Governor Celebrates Medical Marijuana ‘Milestone,’ With First Legal Plants Now Being Grown In State Jul 15, 2025 Kyle Jaeger Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link The governor of Kentucky is touting “another milestone” in the state’s forthcoming medical marijuana program, with a licensed cultivator producing “the first medical cannabis inventory in Kentucky history.” Gov. Andy Beshear (D) previewed the development late last month, stating that he expected to see medical marijuana growers “putting seed in the ground really soon,” while projecting that patients will have access to cannabis before the year’s end. Now, with the launch of operations at the cultivator Armory Kentucky LLC, the state has gotten closer to the goal of putting medical marijuana in patients’ hands. “This administration made a commitment to Kentuckians suffering from cancer, PTSD, multiple sclerosis and other eligible conditions, and I am proud we are making progress to deliver safe, affordable access to medical cannabis,” Beshear said in a press release on Tuesday. “Through work with the General Assembly to move up business licensing by six full months and providing licensees with the tools they need to get up and running, we are closer than ever to providing Kentuckians with life-changing relief,” he said. The governor’s office said that other cannabis licensees, including processors and testing labs, are expected to become operational within the coming weeks. “We are pleased to see the progress that has been made,” Cannon Armstrong, executive director of the Kentucky Office of Medical Cannabis, said. “We look forward to working with all of our other licensees to get them up and operational as soon as possible.” Gov. Andy Beshear announced today that Kentucky’s Medical Cannabis Program has reached another milestone as Armory Kentucky LLC, a Tier II cultivator based in Mayfield, introduced the first medical cannabis inventory in Kentucky history. Read more: https://t.co/oD0tA3Ie0L pic.twitter.com/oIFOlx0hwy — Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) July 15, 2025 The governor recently said he acknowledges that “it’s taken longer than we would have liked” to stand up the industry since he signed medical marijuana legalization into law in 2023. In recognition of that delayed implementation, he recently signed an executive order to waive renewal fees for patients who get their cards this year so that they don’t get charged again before retailers open. And another order he signed providing protections for qualified patients who obtain medical marijuana outside of Kentucky “will stay in place.” Beshear separately announced in May that the state has launched a new online directory that lets people see where medical cannabis dispensaries will be opening near them. He emphasized that the state has been working to deliver access to patients “at the earliest possible date,” and that involved expediting the licensing process. The governor in January also ceremonially awarded the commonwealth’s first medical marijuana cards. *— 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. —* Meanwhile, the governor sent a letter to Kentucky’s congressional delegation in January, “urging them to take decisive action to protect the constitutional rights of our law abiding medical cannabis patients” by repealing the federal ban on gun possession by people who use marijuana. That came after bipartisan Kentucky senators filed legislation that similarly called on the state’s federal representatives to take corrective action, which Beshear said he supports but would like to see even more sweeping change on the federal level. The federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) warned Kentucky residents late last year that, if they choose to participate in the state’s medical marijuana program, they will be prohibited from buying or possessing firearms under federal law. As far as the implementation of the state’s medical cannabis law goes, Beshear said in his State of the Commonwealth address in January that patients will have access to cannabis sometime “this year.” He also later shared tips for patients to find a doctor and get registered to participate in the cannabis program. Health practitioners have been able to start assessing patients for recommendations since the beginning of December. While there currently aren’t any up-and-running dispensaries available to patients, Beshear has further affirmed that an executive order he signed in 2023 will stay in effect in the interim, protecting patients who possess medical cannabis purchased at out-of-state licensed retailers. During last year’s November election, Kentucky also saw more than 100 cities and counties approve local ordinances to allow medical cannabis businesses in their jurisdictions. The governor said the election results demonstrate that “the jury is no longer out” on the issue that is clearly supported by voters across partisan and geographical lines. *Photo courtesy of Mike Latimer.* The post Kentucky Governor Celebrates Medical Marijuana ‘Milestone,’ With First Legal Plants Now Being Grown In State 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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