Policy Archives - Page 10 of 17 - International Cannabis Business Conference

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...

Written by Hazel Norman on July 3, 2023. Posted in Policy.

German Cannabis Legalization Bill Expected To Be In Cabinet By August

As Germany continues its high-profile quest to become the largest nation so far to pass a comprehensive, nationwide adult-use...

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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...

Written by Hazel Norman on June 26, 2023. Posted in Policy.

A Missed Opportunity To Modernize Colombia’s Cannabis Policies

In Colombia, all constitutional amendments must undergo a two-year process, and since adult-use legalization requires a constitutional...

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Written by Frank Schuler on June 26, 2023. Posted in Policy.

New Canadian Study Demonstrates Why Cannabis Regulation Works

One of the main goals of legalizing cannabis commerce in any given jurisdiction is to battle the unregulated market in a meaningful...

Written by Hazel Norman on June 19, 2023. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy.

Jim Belushi Talks Cannabis Ahead Of Fireside Chat In Berlin

This year’s International Cannabis Business Conference event in Berlin will feature a one-on-one fireside chat with acclaimed...

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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 Hazel Norman on June 18, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Medical Cannabis Safe Access To Expand In Israel

When it comes to medical cannabis research, Israel has long served as an international leader. After all, it is where International...

Written by Hazel Norman on June 17, 2023. Posted in Policy.

French Town Wants To Launch Cannabis Pilot Program

By many measures, the concept of a cannabis commerce pilot program is a relatively new thing. While they are already in existence in...

Written by Hazel Norman on June 12, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

What Is Next For The Cannabis Industry?

The emerging legal cannabis industry is continuing to undergo a dramatic evolution, particularly in Europe. The momentum for global...

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...

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Written by Frank Schuler on June 12, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Fewer Incidents Between Youth And Police Following Canadian Legalization

An area of top concern for both cannabis supporters and opponents alike is youth safety. Of course, what motivates each side’s...

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 economists...

Written by Hazel Norman on June 7, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Hemp Leaves No Longer A Novel Food Under EU Law

Cannabinoid-based products are increasing in popularity across the globe, and particularly so in Europe. ‘Cannabis light’...

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 Alex Rogers on May 29, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Opponents Spread Misinformation In Slovenia

Earlier this month cannabis opponents in Slovenia provided an open letter to European Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson. The...

Written by Hazel Norman on May 28, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Medical Cannabis Pilot Project Proposed In Iceland

The concept of cannabis commerce pilot projects is not a new thing and is seemingly growing in popularity among policymakers and...

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 Hazel Norman on May 22, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Spain’s Minister Of Health Says Medical Cannabis Regulations Are On The Way

Spain has long served as a unique home for cannabis public policy. Technically, medical cannabis is prohibited in many instances in...

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Written by Frank Schuler on May 21, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Is Legalization In Canada Linked To Upticks In Traffic Crashes?

Historically, in every single jurisdiction on earth where legalization was pursued and achieved, without exception, there were cannabis...

Written by Hazel Norman on May 16, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Switzerland Cannabis Pilot Programs Set To Expand

Switzerland is home to a cannabis commerce public policy experiment that is based on a concept which is seemingly growing in popularity...

Written by Hazel Norman on May 16, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Network With International Cannabis Investors At The Berlin Global Investment Forum

Proper timing is a vital ingredient to success in every industry, and particularly so in the emerging international cannabis industry....

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 political...

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Written by Hazel Norman on May 11, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Colombia Needs To Improve Its Cannabis Export Regulations

Out of all of the countries on earth, you will be hard-pressed to find a country that is better suited to benefit from international...

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 Hazel Norman on May 7, 2023. Posted in Policy.

German Officials Circulate Draft Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Bill

The push to legalize cannabis for adult use in Germany is far from a new thing. To some extent, activists inside and outside of Germany...

Written by Frank Schuler on May 6, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Canadian Legalization Associated With “Significant Reductions” In Police-Reported Cannabis Offences

Previously, researchers in Canada reported that the 2018 Canadian Cannabis Act was associated with a short-term post-legalization...

Written by Hazel Norman on May 1, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Legalization Efforts Receive A Boost In Finland

Back in October, an initiative was launched in Finland which seeks to legalize cannabis for adult use in the European country....

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 public...

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 nation’s...

Written by Hazel Norman on April 20, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Legalization Efforts In Guernsey ‘Not Likely To Get UK Royal Assent’

Guernsey may not be the first place that comes to mind when someone thinks about cannabis policy, however, the self-governing British...

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 Hazel Norman on April 16, 2023. Posted in Policy.

South Africa Is Seeking Public Input Regarding Cannabis Reform

In late 2018, South Africa’s Constitutional Court issued a historic ruling. In a case involving three cannabis consumers facing...

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 Hazel Norman on April 15, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Canada’s Supreme Court Upholds Quebec Home Cannabis Cultivation Ban

Canada’s Supreme Court dealt a blow to cannabis advocates and would-be home cultivators in Quebec this week when it issued a ruling...

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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 what...

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 Hazel Norman on April 10, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

Argentina’s Government Participated In First Legal Hemp Harvests In Half A Century

Starting in 2019, Argentina has made a big push to boost its domestic cannabis industry, particularly as it pertains to science and...

Written by Hazel Norman on April 9, 2023. Posted in Policy.

New Greens Proposal Would Legalize Home Cultivation In Australia

In the fall of 2019, the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) became the first jurisdiction in Australia to legalize cannabis for adult...

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 Hazel Norman on April 4, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Germany Expected To Introduce Long-Awaited Legalization Measure In Two Weeks

During a live stream episode of ‘4:20-Cannatalk!’ featuring German governing coalition members and drug policy spokespersons of the...

Written by Hazel Norman on April 3, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Legalization Clears Another Political Hurdle In Colombia

Colombia has served as ground zero for the Drug War in many ways over the course of multiple decades, largely due to the nation’s cocaine...

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...

Written by Hazel Norman on April 2, 2023. Posted in Policy.

West Australian Parliamentary Report Recommends Cannabis Reform

Australia is one of the many countries where medical cannabis is technically legal, although, it’s also one of the many countries...

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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 Hazel Norman on April 1, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Ireland Labour Leader Calls For Legal Cannabis Sales At Festivals

Social cannabis use reform is in many ways the next frontier for activism efforts around the globe. In many jurisdictions cannabis...

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...