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New Zealand Citizens Will Vote To Legalize Recreational Cannabis

New Zealand’s citizens will be participating in a historic vote to legalize cannabis this weekend. It’s is the first country to put the legalization of recreational cannabis use to popular vote. New Zealand’s reform would allow its citizens over 20 years old to buy up to 14 grams of cannabis per day. The vote is […]

Vermont Becomes 11th State To Legalize Recreational Cannabis

Vermont Becomes 11th State To Legalize Recreational Cannabis

On Wednesday, Vermont became the 11th state to legalize recreational cannabis. Republican Governor Phil Scott has announced legislation to regulate and tax cannabis sales without his signature. The news was considered a major victory by the Marijuana Policy Project (MPP). This is big news for Vermont, which is only the second state in America to […]

Utah’s Medical Marijuana Program More Popular Than Expected

Utah's Medical Marijuana Program Is More Popular Than Expected

It’s been six months since medical marijuana became legal to purchase in Utah, and the program is doing much better than expected. The high demand has led to shortages in both products and doctors who are interested in recommending medical marijuana to patients. “It’s been going. It’s been going well, as with all new programs […]

U.S. Is Leading In Cannabis Research Studies

U.S. Is Leading In Cannabis Research Studies

As cannabis legalization slowly becomes more accepted throughout the world, more countries are studying the plant and how it can be used. Cannabis research is crucial, since the more information we have about cannabis, the more we can take advantage of its benefits. Studying cannabis will let us know which conditions it works best for […]

5 States To Vote On Cannabis Legalization

5 States To Vote On Cannabis Legalization

In the 2016 U.S. election, cannabis legalization measures passed in eight out of nine voting states. Now as the 2020 election approaches, many Americans are hoping for another big win. This November, voters in five states will decide whether to adopt new medical cannabis laws, recreation laws, or both. Currently, medical cannabis use is legal […]

Cannabis Edible Sales In Florida Could Reach $250 Million

Cannabis Edible Sales In Florida Could Reach $250 Million

Edibles have hit the shelves in cannabis dispensaries around Florida, launching a new market segment that’s expected to make up $250 million in cannabis sales in the first full year. A popular cannabis shop in Tallahassee was the first one to start selling edibles on September 2nd. The first  sale started about a week after […]