Policy Archives - International Cannabis Business Conference

Written by Johnny Green on June 21, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Uruguay Considers Integrating Medical Cannabis Into Healthcare System

A common trend in markets that first legalized medical cannabis and then later legalized cannabis for adult use is that suffering...

Written by Johnny Green on June 21, 2026. Posted in Policy, Science.

French Medical Cannabis Experiment Yields “Positive” Effects

According to the results of an analysis that were published this week by Inserm and the University of Bordeaux, France’s medical...

Written by Johnny Green on June 17, 2026. Posted in Policy.

German Advocates: Cannabis Flowers Are Necessary For Medical Care

Medical cannabis advocates are continuing to push back against draft legislation in Germany that would eliminate statutory health...

Written by Johnny Green on June 17, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

First Ukraine Patients Receive Legal Medical Cannabis Products

Ukraine’s medical cannabis legalization law took effect in August 2024, with Ukraine’s Parliament having initially approved the...

Written by Johnny Green on June 16, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

St. Gallen To Launch Swiss Cannabis Pilot Trial

For at least five years, over 3,000 adult cannabis consumers will participate in a regional adult-use cannabis commerce pilot trial in...

Written by Johnny Green on June 14, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Canada’s Role In The Global Cannabis Market

Canada became the first G-7 nation to adopt a national adult-use cannabis legalization measure in 2018. Over seven years after Canada...

Written by Johnny Green on June 13, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

The Globalization Of Medical Cannabis

Medical cannabis production and commerce are legal in more jurisdictions now than at any other time since the dawn of cannabis...

Written by Johnny Green on June 13, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Which European Country Has The Most Cannabis Consumers?

The European continent is in the midst of a cannabis policy modernization revolution, with Europe now being home to more countries that...

Written by Johnny Green on June 10, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Spain Rules Out Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization For Now

Spain is home to one of the most vibrant and established cannabis communities on the planet. With the European continent now being home...

Written by Johnny Green on June 8, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Nepal MP Urges Government To Modernize Cannabis Policies

During the Shivaratri festival in Nepal, one of the nation’s largest annual Hindu festivals, it is common for people to be seen...

Written by Johnny Green on June 3, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Lawsuit Filed Against Bavaria For Preventing Cultivation Associations

Earlier today, CSC Inntal eV filed a lawsuit against the Bavarian government after its building permit was denied. CSC Inntal eV was one...

Written by Johnny Green on June 1, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Legalization Debate Continues In Argentina

Cannabis legalization is reportedly being debated in Argentina, although the chances of the legalization proposal making it to the...

Written by Johnny Green on May 31, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

What Is The THC Limit For Hemp In Brazil?

A collection of experts in Brazil is urging the nation’s government to increase the legal threshold for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)...

Written by Johnny Green on May 31, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Nigeria’s National Assembly Is Drafting A Cannabis Reform Bill

The African continent is home to an increasing interest by national governments in modernizing cannabis laws and regulations to permit...

Written by Johnny Green on May 31, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Legalizing German Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Could Generate €4.7 Billion

The German Cannabis Business Association (BvCW) has published a new position paper titled ‘Combating Organized Crime –...

Written by Johnny Green on May 30, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Pilot Projects Receive A Boost In Germany

The German Cannabis Business Association (BvCW) issued a press release this week expressing support for recent comments that Federal...

Written by Johnny Green on May 30, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Recent Changes In International Cannabis Policy

Cannabis laws and regulations are being modernized in many parts of the world, with more governments pursuing and implementing sensible...

Written by Johnny Green on May 30, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Identifying Opportunities In Newer Cannabis Markets

National governments are considering cannabis policy and industry regulatory modernization proposals at an increasing rate all over the...

Written by Johnny Green on May 24, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Legal Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Are Overdue In Virginia

As a longtime cannabis public policy activist who has helped with efforts in both the United States and Europe, one of my favorite...

Written by Johnny Green on May 24, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Deputy Minister: South Africa Is Committed To Supporting Cannabis Industry Growth

South Africa is continuing its push to advance its emerging domestic legal cannabis industry, as evidenced by a recent visit by Deputy...

Written by Johnny Green on May 23, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Evaluating The Current Status Of Germany’s Cannabis Social Clubs

A key component of Germany’s adult-use cannabis industry model is cultivation associations. Cultivation associations, sometimes referred...

Written by Johnny Green on May 23, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

The Future Of German Cannabis Policies

Germany is the leading continental force in advancing modern European cannabis laws. The country’s legal medical cannabis base is the...

Written by Johnny Green on May 21, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Medical Cannabis Flower Changes Would Harm German MS Patients

A draft law that would remove medical cannabis flowers from Germany’s statutory health insurance benefits catalog would negatively...

Written by Johnny Green on May 17, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Measure Advances In Colombia

A measure that would legalize cannabis for adult use in Colombia was advanced by lawmakers this week. The approval of the legalization...

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Written by Johnny Green on May 17, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Enforcement Changes Coming To Australian State

When future generations look back on cannabis prohibition, it will no doubt be viewed as one of the biggest public policy failures that...

Written by Johnny Green on May 13, 2026. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy, Science.

Cannabis Museum To Open In South Africa

South Africa is emerging as a top international cannabis industry player, with the nation being on a short list of countries that have...

Written by Johnny Green on May 12, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Survey: 92% In France Support Medical Cannabis Legalization

According to a recent survey conducted by Norstat Institute on behalf of the patient association APAISER S&C and newspaper...

Written by Johnny Green on May 10, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Brazilian Medical Cannabis Decree Takes Effect

Starting earlier this month, new regulations for dispensing various medical cannabis products in Brazil’s pharmacies and other...

Written by Johnny Green on May 10, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Israel Health Minister Halts Push To Ban Medical Cannabis Flower

Last week, Israel’s Health Ministry posted updated guidelines that, if implemented, would have significantly overhauled Israel’s...

Written by Johnny Green on May 9, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Report: France To Ban CBD Edibles

The cannabis plant contains dozens of cannabinoids, with each possessing its own characteristics and potential wellness benefits....

Written by Johnny Green on May 9, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Switzerland Cannabis Pilot Trials Continue To Succeed

Switzerland will forever be home to the first regional adult-use cannabis commerce pilot trial. Pilot trials are a unique research-based...

Written by Johnny Green on May 6, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

How Many Jurisdictions Want Cannabis Pilot Trials In Germany?

Europe is home to an interesting approach to cannabis commerce. Whereas current European Union agreements prohibit national adult-use...

Written by Johnny Green on May 5, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Honoring Peter Homberg And Looking Toward The Future

Judith Heimbürger of the leading law firm gunnercooke paid tribute to Peter Homberg at the recent International Cannabis Business...

Written by Johnny Green on May 4, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Israel Health Ministry Proposes Major Medical Cannabis Changes

Israel’s history as an international trendsetter for medical cannabis is well known. The nation has served as one of the top...

Written by Johnny Green on May 1, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

German Alliance Warns Against Medical Cannabis Flower Changes

Pushback by the medical cannabis community in Germany against a proposal that would eliminate statutory health insurance reimbursements...

Written by Johnny Green on April 29, 2026. Posted in Policy.

UK Lawmaker Highlights Benefits Of Legalizing Cannabis

In more parts of the world than ever before, constructive conversations within political circles are increasingly focusing on the...

Written by Johnny Green on April 27, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Survey Sheds Light On British Cannabis Reform Support

The European continent is now home to more countries that have adopted national adult-use cannabis legalization measures than all other...

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Written by Johnny Green on April 25, 2026. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy, Science.

Cannabis Industry Leaders Set To Gather In Toronto In June

Canada’s approach to national cannabis policy and commerce continues to be the most modernized model on the planet. The Canadian market...

Written by Johnny Green on April 24, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Associations Advocate For Cross-Border EU Ecological Hemp Construction

The hemp plant has been used by humans as a construction material going back to at least the 6th century A.D., with scientists finding...

Written by Johnny Green on April 23, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

A New Era For The U.S. Medical Cannabis Industry

Earlier today, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it has officially issued an order moving cannabis from its...

Written by Johnny Green on April 21, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Ending German Medical Cannabis Flower Insurance Coverage Is Harmful

Government approaches to medical cannabis policy have taken on many forms over the years, and public policy observers and cannabis...

Written by Johnny Green on April 19, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

No Coffeeshop Violations Found During Breda Cannabis Pilot Trial

In an ideal scenario, adult-use cannabis products would be legally sold across the European Union, much like they are in Canada....

Written by Johnny Green on April 19, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

German Lawmakers Call For Faster Approval Of Cultivation Associations

Members of the Green Party in Germany’s Bundestag are calling for the faster establishment of cannabis cultivation associations in...

Written by Johnny Green on April 17, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Ecuador Accepts Citizen-Led Cannabis Reform Initiative

National cannabis prohibition policies spread across the globe many decades ago, and while it took a very long time for the first nation...

Stauffacher Apotheke Zurich Medical Cannabis Pharmacy

Written by Johnny Green on April 13, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

Zurich Adult-Use Cannabis Pilot Trial Extended Until October 2028

The regional adult-use cannabis commerce pilot project “Züri Can – Cannabis with Responsibility” was originally launched in 2023. The...

Written by Johnny Green on April 13, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

How Much Will U.S. Cannabis Companies Save From 280E Tax Reform?

One of the biggest challenges facing the emerging legal cannabis industry in the United States is 280E. Many state-legal cannabis...

Written by Johnny Green on April 11, 2026. Posted in Policy, Science.

Colombian Medical Student Views Are “Predominantly Favorable” Toward Cannabis

The success of a nation’s medical cannabis program largely hinges on the views of the country’s professional medical...

Written by Johnny Green on April 7, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Japan Set A Record For Cannabis Arrests Last Year

Cannabis reform efforts have made significant gains in many parts of the world in recent decades. However, as far as the cannabis...

Written by Johnny Green on April 3, 2026. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Flower Is Vital To Germany’s Medical Cannabis Model

In many legal cannabis jurisdictions, the variety of product offerings is greater now than ever before, particularly for authorized...

Written by Johnny Green on April 3, 2026. Posted in Business, Policy.

A New Era For U.S. Cannabis Is Taking Shape

Cannabis policy at the federal level in the United States is evolving with the announcement this week that the Centers for Medicare and...

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