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Written by Johnny Green on August 10, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Policymaker Points To Schengen Agreement As Major Hurdle For European Cannabis Reform

In the mid-1980s a big effort was waged in Europe to promote ‘free movement’ to help the continent’s working...

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Written by Johnny Green on August 7, 2023. Posted in Policy.

New Study Highlights How Everyone Benefits From Modernized Cannabis Policies

Cannabis policy modernization efforts are gaining momentum in many parts of the world. Every continent except Antarctica is now home to...

Written by Johnny Green on August 2, 2023. Posted in Business, Science.

The Future Of Cannabis Science And Technology

From the perspective of cannabis science and technology, we currently live in the best era in human history. It doesn’t take a...

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Written by Johnny Green on July 24, 2023. Posted in Policy.

German Policymakers Discuss Ongoing Cannabis Policy Modernization Effort

It is very rare that you get to hear directly from sitting lawmakers that are literally in the midst of working to pass historic...

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Written by Johnny Green on July 24, 2023. Posted in Policy.

German Cannabis Legalization Update – Keynote Speaker Peter Homberg

Germany continues to trend towards modernizing its cannabis policies, and once legalization is achieved there, it will have a butterfly...

Written by Johnny Green on July 23, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Limited Legalization Law Takes Effect In Luxembourg

Luxembourg joined the short list of nations that have implemented a national, adult-use cannabis legalization law that is not based on a...

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Written by Johnny Green on July 16, 2023. Posted in Business, Entertainment.

Fireside Chat With Jim Belushi At The 2023 International Cannabis Business Conference In Berlin

Jim Belushi is a man of many talents – actor, singer, comedian, dancer, and in recent years a legal cannabis farmer. See Jim Belushi at...

Written by Johnny Green on July 16, 2023. Posted in Entertainment.

The NBA Made The Right Move By Dropping Cannabis Prohibition

In late June, after months of leaks in the media, the National Basketball Association (NBA) officially removed cannabis from its list of...

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Written by Johnny Green on July 13, 2023. Posted in Business.

What Is The Outlook For Core Cannabis Market Developments In Europe?

The European Union is a trade union with no borders. Nevertheless, cannabis regulation is a very domestic topic and markets still face...

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Written by Johnny Green on July 11, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Global Drug Policy And The Fight For Worldwide Cannabis Reform

The global drug control policy landscape is shifting rapidly, with many countries and international organizations re-evaluating their...

Written by Johnny Green on July 9, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

The Evolution Of The German Cannabis Market

Germany is home to the largest economy on the European continent, and with the nation working to modernize its cannabis policies and...

Written by Johnny Green on July 7, 2023. Posted in Business.

Global Cannabis (THC+, THC-): How Did We Get Here?

As the global cannabis industry continues to emerge, there were some recent hiccups in the road internationally with valuations falling...

Written by Johnny Green on July 7, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Germany Releases More Cannabis Legalization Details

Germany’s long-awaited cannabis legalization measure is expected to be formally submitted to the cabinet next month, however, new...

Written by Johnny Green on July 3, 2023. Posted in Policy.

How Does Luxembourg’s Cannabis Law Compare To Germany’s Proposal?

Last week, Luxembourg’s Parliament approved a measure that legalizes cannabis possession and cultivation for adults. Unlike previous...

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Written by Johnny Green on June 26, 2023. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy, Science.

International Cannabis Leaders Descend On Berlin

Global cannabis leaders are arriving in Berlin this week to attend the International Cannabis Business Conference. The events...

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Written by Johnny Green on June 19, 2023. Posted in Policy, Science.

Hemp Should Be Used More Often As A Building Material

The hemp plant is one of the most versatile plants on earth. For many years it was used to make textiles, however, in recent years...

Written by Johnny Green on June 12, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Czech Health Minister: ‘We Are Waiting For Germany To Legalize Cannabis’

One of the most active places on the planet right now for cannabis reform discussions is the Czech Republic. If you have followed our...

Written by Johnny Green on June 7, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy, Science.

The Global Rise Of Medical Cannabis

The legal medical cannabis industry is a global powerhouse now, however, that was obviously not always the case. International...

Written by Johnny Green on May 31, 2023. Posted in Policy.

German Health Minister Sees Legalization’s Success In Canada Firsthand

Arguably the most popular person in the international cannabis scene right now, for better or worse, is German Health Minister Karl...

Written by Johnny Green on May 22, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

How Will German Legalization Affect Europe’s Emerging Cannabis Industry?

As a long-time cannabis activist in the United States, I have personally witnessed the ‘cannabis political butterfly effect.’ Cannabis...

Written by Johnny Green on May 13, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Unpacking The Recent Historic Cannabis Court Decision In Uganda

This month in Uganda has been one for the ages from a cannabis policy standpoint. Earlier in May, Uganda’s Constitutional Court in...

Written by Johnny Green on May 11, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Germany’s Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Plan Is Leaked, Again

If you have spent a considerable amount of time in politics then you know that a classic tactic to build public pressure during...

Written by Johnny Green on May 7, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Attend CannaPortugal On May 19th And 20th

It is a truly historic era right now for cannabis policy, industry, and research, particularly on the European continent. Adult-use...

Written by Johnny Green on April 27, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Germany’s Health Minister Should Not Be Scared Of Legal Cannabis Edibles

Cannabis-infused edibles are not only a growing sector of the emerging legal cannabis industry; they play a vital role in boosting...

Written by Johnny Green on April 24, 2023. Posted in Policy.

How Will Germany’s Legalization Model Compare To Other Legal Jurisdictions?

Adult-use cannabis policy is taking shape in Germany after many details were provided during a press conference held earlier this...

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Written by Johnny Green on April 20, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Frankfurt And Offenbach Declare Intent To Launch Pilot Adult-Use Cannabis Sales

A little over a week ago federal ministers in Germany held a press conference in which they provided details regarding the...

Written by Johnny Green on April 17, 2023. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy, Science.

These Sectors Of Germany’s Cannabis Industry Will Thrive Under Phase 1 Of Legalization

Germany’s long-awaited legalization plan was announced earlier this month, with multiple federal ministers participating in a widely...

Written by Johnny Green on April 17, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Attend Cannabis Europa 2023 In London In May

The emerging legal cannabis industry in Europe is set for exponential growth in the coming years. Germany recently announced its...

Written by Johnny Green on April 16, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Legalization In The Czech Republic Is Taking Shape

A country that should be on your global cannabis legalization radar, if it is not already, is the Czech Republic. As we previously...

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Written by Johnny Green on April 12, 2023. Posted in Policy.

German Government Announces Plans For Permitting Adult-Use Home Cultivation

Today in Germany federal ministers from the nation’s government held a press conference in which they announced components for...

Written by Johnny Green on April 10, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Germany’s Legalization Strategy Is The Right Approach

Germany’s Health Minister Karl Lauterbach is widely expected to formally introduce his long-awaited cannabis legalization measure...

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Written by Johnny Green on April 9, 2023. Posted in Business.

Ispire Technology Inc. Announces Closing Of Initial Public Offering

One of my favorite cannabis technology companies is Ispire, which makes cannabis consumption devices such as the DAAB. The...

Written by Johnny Green on April 9, 2023. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy.

Why Is Mexico’s President Criticizing The NBA’s New Cannabis Policy?

Earlier this month the National Basketball Player’s Association, which represents National Basketball Association (NBA) players,...

Written by Johnny Green on April 2, 2023. Posted in Policy.

New Details Of German Health Minister’s Cannabis Legalization Plan Surface

The adult-use legalization saga in Germany experienced new twists and turns this week, with reports surfacing that provide new details...

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Written by Johnny Green on April 1, 2023. Posted in Policy.

The Best Way To Address Concerns About The Smell Of Cannabis Is To License Clubs

When people complain about ‘the smell of cannabis’ they are usually talking about the smell that is created by burning...

Written by Johnny Green on March 27, 2023. Posted in Policy.

When Will France Legalize Cannabis For Adult Use?

Cannabis consumption in France is more common than in many other parts of the world, as demonstrated by recent survey data that was...

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Written by Johnny Green on March 27, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Premier Doug Ford Is Not A Fan Of Cannabis Clubs

Cannabis clubs are becoming more common around the world, particularly in Canada. Unfortunately, some lawmakers and regulators continue...

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Written by Johnny Green on March 21, 2023. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy, Science.

Society Deserves A Sensible Approach To Cannabis Clubs And Driving

An area of concern for many members of society when it comes to cannabis reform, and understandably so, relates to cannabis and...

Written by Johnny Green on March 20, 2023. Posted in Policy.

A 60+ Year Old International Cannabis Policy Agreement Serves No Useful Purpose In 2023

Last week the United Nations’ International Narcotics Control Board issued a press release in which the international body...

Written by Johnny Green on March 14, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Germany’s Health Minister Indicates That The EU Will Allow Legalization To Proceed

The push to legalize adult-use cannabis in Germany received a significant boost today, with reports surfacing that the nation’s...

Written by Johnny Green on March 13, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Legalization Public Hearing Set For March 15th In Germany

An adult-use cannabis legalization measure is scheduled for a public hearing in Germany on March 15th at 14:45 (CET). According to the...

Written by Johnny Green on March 13, 2023. Posted in Business.

Taking European CBD Products From Concept To Reality

The rise in the availability of cannabis products in many parts of the world is amazing from a consumer standpoint, and for suffering...

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Written by Johnny Green on March 13, 2023. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy, Science.

The Global Cannabis Industry’s Increasing Momentum Was On Full Display In Barcelona

The emerging legal international cannabis industry is stronger now than at any other time since the dawn of prohibition so many decades...

Written by Johnny Green on March 12, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Why Is The Czech Republic Punishing A Cannabis Educator?

The cannabis reform movement, as with any meaningful social movement, would not be possible without people spreading education. Cannabis...

Written by Johnny Green on March 10, 2023. Posted in Science.

The World Has Lost A Giant Of Cannabis Science – Tribute To Raphael Mechoulam

Some events are so monumental that people measure their lives by them. People remember where they were when humans landed on the moon....

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Written by Johnny Green on March 6, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Spain To Quadruple Legal Medical Cannabis Production This Year

Late last month lawmakers in Spain considered a cannabis reform measure, and while the measure did not pass, Spain’s emerging...

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Written by Johnny Green on March 2, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Bavaria’s Health Minister Is Clearly Wrong About Cannabis

I have never traveled to Bavaria, or Europe for that matter. I plan on making my first trip later this year to attend the International...

Written by Johnny Green on February 27, 2023. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy, Science.

March 2023 Is Set To Be A Historic Month For European Cannabis

The next 32 days on the European continent could prove to be one of the most historic stretches of time for cannabis public policy and...

Written by Johnny Green on February 24, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Malta Home Affairs Ministry Is Reportedly ‘In Talks With A Main Bank’

A unique cannabis public policy and industry experiment is ramping up in Malta where non-profit adult-use cannabis clubs are expected in...

Written by Johnny Green on February 22, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Zimbabwe Tobacco Farmers Get More Incentive To Switch To Hemp

Historically, Zimbabwe has served as the top producer of tobacco on the African continent, although in recent years many tobacco farmers...