December 2019 - CBDWire

MondayDec 30, 2019 4:00 pm

What You Need to Know About CBD Patches

For the past couple of years, there's been a silent revolution going on. Leading the charge is medical cannabis and hemp extract cannabidiol, and they have pushed cannabis into the limelight. Cannabidiol, or CBD, is one of the many active cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. It exploded from obscurity when the 2018 Farm Bill legalized industrial hemp (cannabis varieties with less than 0.3% THC) after decades of illegality. The chemical is a potent and versatile medicine, with people using it to help manage anxiety, pain, insomnia and a plethora of other conditions. Thanks to human ingenuity and technical advancements,…

MondayDec 30, 2019 9:00 am

Oregon Bans CBD-Infused Alcohol

There's a cannabis revolution currently underway, and cannabidiol (CBD) is leading the valiant charge. It started with medical marijuana, and now hemp extract CBD is at the forefront of the cannabis campaign. The chemical is said to be a potent natural medicine, and it's especially known for its versatility. Users say CBD has given them relief from a variety of ailments including anxiety, depression and chronic pain. However, since hemp has been illegal for a long time, there's little research to back these claims. But CBD's popularity grows unabated, and experts estimate that the CBD industry will be worth at…

FridayDec 27, 2019 4:00 pm

CBD Bar Set to Be Opened in Manchester

A new bar, appropriately dubbed 'Hemp' will be opening in Manchester, and it will sell a variety of CBD-infused drinks for $9.10 - $13.00. The bar will open at 82-84 Yib Street, backed by property investor Oliver Lipson and operated by co-founders Ryan Whelan and Kirsty Millard. According to Whelan, they are trying to keep the prices on level with the area. "CBD just adds an extra something to your drink, some people like to relax with a glass of wine, and if you have a CBD-infused drink it's definitely going to give you that extra bit of relaxation." Although…

FridayDec 27, 2019 12:46 pm

Arizona Blockchain Company Takes Supply Chain Security to New Heights

Companies that manufacture or sell (or do both) products need reliable and secure supply chains to flourish. Smart companies have supply chain management in place to ensure everything from raw materials for production to efficient packaging and delivery. They know that disappointed customers won’t hesitate to look for another vendor or product. Supply chain security is the part of supply chain management that ensures products and their components or ingredients aren’t tampered with or illegally copied (pirated). For companies like Arizona’s No Borders Inc. (OTC: NBDR), the supply chain is an intriguing new prospect for its blockchain technology solutions. It…

FridayDec 27, 2019 11:32 am

Green Hygienics Holdings Inc. (GRYN) Appoints Sid Senroy to Head Quality Control in Recognition of Critical Industry Need for Compliance

Senroy’s expertise includes: GXP Regulatory Compliance, Mock Inspection, Sarbanes Oxley, Auditing and PAI Readiness, SOP Management, Training Management, Quality Management Systems, Metrics and Reporting, Systems Development Lifecycle and IT. As a seasoned business executive with an MBA from Pepperdine University, Senroy’s special expertise centers on helping companies pass compliance assessments, develop robust quality systems and prepare for U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reviews and inspections. Organizations in the hemp and cannabis space are facing increased regulation in all aspects of business and new appointment will help the company adhere to the highest standard of operations in delivering safe and…

FridayDec 27, 2019 9:00 am

How CBD Can Keep Your Dog Calm During the Holidays

There's a new trend in the pet industry, and that's CBD for pets. CBD, or cannabidiol as the science nerds call it, is extracted from hemp, and according to the anecdotal evidence that's piled up over the years, it is a powerful medicine. Users have claimed relief from a plethora of illnesses including chronic pain and insomnia. As the market for CBD kept growing, sellers kept running into one question: can my pets use CBD? Naturally, pets get affected by all kinds of ailments, and the CBD pet industry grew around this concept. In 2018, it was valued at $8…

ThursdayDec 26, 2019 4:00 pm

How Much CBD Oil Does Your Body Actually Absorb?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is becoming increasingly prevalent these days. CBD products can be found in convenience stores, pharmacies and online in the thousands, and people are buying them all. Last year, the market for CBD was worth at least $1 billion, but experts estimate it will hit $20 billion by 2026, an astronomical growth rate. According to Google, CBD gummy bears were the third most searched for food by Americans. The chemical's popularity stems from its healing abilities. Cannabidiol is chock full of potent medicinal properties, and it's effective against a range of ailments including chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. Last…

ThursdayDec 26, 2019 12:21 pm

USA CBD Expo 2020 to Warm Winter Weather in Vegas

The nation’s most popular CBD/hemp trade show is back with a bang. February 13-15, 2020, the USA CBD Expo kicks off at the Las Vegas Convention Center, opening its doors once again to thousands of growers, retailers, buyers and enthusiasts. No one will be left out in the cold – or in the dark, for that matter. Last year, the inaugural convention, held in August at the Miami Beach Convention Center, drew more than 13,000 attendees from all corners of the cannabis world. This year will be no different. A Vegas calling card always trumps. The show will highlight the…

ThursdayDec 26, 2019 9:00 am

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the Pet Cannabidiol Market

Very few products rise from obscurity to the immense levels of fame that cannabidiol (CBD) has. In fact, a very limited number of products, if any, can claim to do what CBD can. Extracted from cannabis plants, the chemical is a potent and versatile medicine, with a nearly endless list of uses. Users have claimed relief from insomnia and chronic pain among a variety of conditions. Last June, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Epidiolex, a CBD-based drug to treat seizures in two rare and hard to treat pediatric epilepsies, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome and Dravet Syndrome. Naturally, the demand for…

MondayDec 23, 2019 4:00 pm

Despite CBD Ban on Amazon, Products Are Still Available on the Platform

Cannabidiol (CBD) has been having an incredibly amazing run for the past few years. The hemp extract rose from near obscurity to the top of most searched lists, with experts estimating the market for CBD to be worth billions by 2026. Why is CBD so popular? The chemical is an extremely potent and versatile medicine, with users claiming it gave them relief from a variety of ailments including insomnia and chronic pain. However, CBD faces a tough time due to its relation to the illicit marijuana. Although the 2018 Farm Bill made industrial hemp (cannabis with less than 0.3% THC)…