Critics say Malawi fees for hemp, marijuana are too high
Aspiring Malawi cannabis growers are protesting licensing fees for hemp and marijuana released by the government’s new Cannabis Regulatory Authority (CRA) last week. Critics say…
Policy
Biden climate strategy is an opportunity for U.S. hemp industry
A Joe Biden administration could add fuel to U.S. hemp industry, based on a policy memo released by the President-elect’s planners this week which outline…
Hemp ban grows in California county
The California city of Camarillo, Ventura County voted to ban industrial hemp growing during a public hearing last week. Vice Mayor Susan Santangelo and Councilman…
Mexican cannabis law to govern hemp, marijuana advances
Mexico’s Federal Law of Cannabis Regulation has been overwhelmingly passed by the country’s Senate. The proposed law would establish a commercial market for industrial hemp…
EU high court says CBD not narcotic, free for cross-border trade
The European Union Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled that CBD cannot be regarded as narcotic, and that CBD products should enjoy the same free…
Plan for Isle of Man envisions export-focused strategy
The Isle of Man government has received a consultation document for an export-oriented cannabinoid regulatory framework the authors say could position the country as a…
USDA approves South Dakota hemp plan
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved the state of South Dakota’s hemp plan. State officials say they will now hold public hearings…
Italy’s Ministry of Health cancels decree naming all CBD ‘narcotic’
Italy’s Ministry of Health has canceled a decree issued earlier this month that added CBD to the country’s list of medicines, essentially giving the compound…
U.S. lawmakers say DEA rule on THC violates Farm Bill’s intent
U.S. lawmakers have written the government’s Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), urging the agency to clarify its rules for processing industrial hemp, warning the guidelines could…
THC change in Europe will free dormant hemp varieties, rejuvenate research
Reverting to the 0.3% “on the field” THC limit for industrial hemp in Europe will lead to several opportunities for stakeholders on the continent, opening…