Despite millions spent on cannabis lobbying, industry donations have yielded little federal reform, revealing a costly and ineffective strategy for change. The cannabis industry’s foray into political finance—cannabis lobbying at its most ambitious—has proven to
Once the fertile crescent of American weed, Humboldt now signals a national cannabis market in crisis—threatened by rising costs, corporate consolidation, and vanishing craft growers. For decades, Humboldt County stood as the heartbeat of American
NY cannabis chief Felicia Reid tackles equity reforms and regulatory challenges to reach $1.5B in legal cannabis sales by 2025, reshaping the state’s market. Felicia A.B. Reid didn’t inherit a clean slate when she stepped
Edible Brands strategically pivots to cannabis wellness, leveraging its gifting heritage to innovate in hemp-derived THC products, focusing on consumer health and education. Once celebrated for turning fruits into artful bouquets, Edible Brands is now
Oregon’s Measure 119, backed by the AFL-CIO, is setting new standards in cannabis through enforceable labor peace agreements. Oregon’s recently passed Measure 119 didn’t just check a box for cannabis legislation—it cracked open a door
Ma Yang, a Milwaukee woman with lifelong ties to America, now finds herself in a country she’s never known – deported to Laos over a marijuana conviction despite having lived in the United States since
New Mexico’s Medical Psilocybin Act aims to establish a regulated framework for psilocybin therapy, offering a promising alternative for treating mental health conditions like PTSD and depression. Psilocybin, a naturally occurring psychedelic found in certain
Federal restrictions on cannabis research, highlighted by the NCI memo, threaten scientific progress and patient access to vital treatments, underscoring the urgent need for policy reform. A newly leaked memo from the National Cancer Institute
Oprah Winfrey’s exploration of psychedelic therapy highlights its growing mainstream acceptance, balancing its therapeutic potential with concerns over regulation, safety, and ethical integration into mental health care. Oprah Winfrey has long been a cultural barometer,
Trap Culture’s merch store just got a full remodel, making it easier than ever to shop exclusive summer-ready gear—get the latest drops before they’re gone. Trap Culture isn’t just an epic team of grade-A stoners
Trump’s drug policy blends extreme punitive measures like the death penalty for drug dealers with selective reform efforts, creating a landscape of contradictions and controversy. Donald Trump’s return to the White House has reignited debates
California hemp market is under scrutiny as mislabeled, untested, and intoxicating products raise public health concerns, fueling legal battles over industry regulations. The California hemp industry has flourished in recent years, bolstered by the popularity