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WednesdayMar 20, 2019 9:54 am

Cannabis Activism Post-Prohibition: Concrete Steps Forward

[Note: This article is part of an exclusive series about how cannabis activists can add value to today's cannabis industry – by Amanda Reiman, cannabis activist and VP of Community Relations with Flow Kana. You can find other installments here.] Over the past several weeks I have addressed various ways in which activists can stay engaged after cannabis legalization. As anyone who has witnessed the transition from prohibition to legalization can attest, legalization does not solve problems so much as changes the conversations and strategies around the problems. Shifting cannabis from a criminal justice to a public health paradigm invites opportunities that were not in…

WednesdayMar 20, 2019 9:00 am

CBD Beverages – Possible Next Big Disruptor in the Drinks Industry

CBDWire Editorial Coverage: Drinks infused with cannabis-derived cannabidiol (CBD) are in a prime position to bring disruption to the beverage sector. The growing consumer interest in hemp-derived CBD as a health supplement along with the recent passing of the Farm Bill has spawned a growing interest in CBD-infused drinks. The ever-increasing global trend to legalizing cannabis is also creating demand for “harder” beverages derived from marijuana Big alcohol companies have taken a particular interest in investing in cannabis producers. The relationship is also working in an inverse direction, with CBD producers recruiting experienced beverage executives to help launch new products.…

TuesdayMar 19, 2019 12:17 pm

SinglePoint Inc. (SING), Direct Solar Discuss Asset Acquisition in New Interview

SinglePoint is building a cannabis-friendly portfolio through ancillary asset acquisitions fueled by an LOI to inject $12 million in capital The company’s acquisition agreement with brokerage Direct Solar and customer lead generator AI Live Transfers leads the way for solar power boost to portfolio A new interview with SinglePoint and Direct Solar highlights the companies’ enthusiasm for the potential of completing the agreement by April 15 Technology-building firm SinglePoint Inc. (OTCQB: SING) is advancing its commitment to the environment and its investment in the cannabis industry through the acquisition of two companies that have successfully applied the Lending Tree model…

TuesdayMar 19, 2019 9:28 am

Cannabis Dispensaries: 6 Critical Compliance Mistakes to Avoid

Cannabis dispensaries have to abide by many layers of rules and regulations. They operate under a huge microscope and even one misstep can be really, really bad. Dispensaries that commit a compliance violation can be blasted in mainstream media, be pointed to for years by cannabis opponents, be fined, and/or shutdown. Compliance should always be on the minds of dispensary owners and dispensary staff. Below are some common examples of compliance issues that should be avoided at all costs. 1) Not checking ID The most common compliance violation that dispensaries make is not checking identification to ensure that a customer is…

TuesdayMar 19, 2019 9:00 am

Hemp Boom Leads to Cultivation Supply Shortages

CBDWire Editorial Coverage: The growth of the hemp sector is having a beneficial effect for both hemp companies and hydroponic suppliers. The growth of hemp more than doubled in the United States last year More companies are moving to produce hemp, causing a surge in demand for cultivation and hydroponic supplies Shortages are particularly acute relative to the hemp micropropagation and hemp cloning supplies as the spring planting season looms Sugarmade Inc. (OTCQB: SGMD) (SGMD Profile) via its pending acquisitions is poised to accelerate its growth rate as a result of this hemp cultivation boom, along with other leading companies.…

TuesdayMar 19, 2019 9:00 am

CBD Industry Soars in Wake of Farm Bill; Massive Growth Projected to Continue

CBDWire Editorial Coverage: Following the passing of the 2018 Farm Bill, CBD sales have continued their massive growth in the United States and beyond. Cannabidiol (CBD), a chemical found in cannabis, has seen a huge growth in sales over the past few years. CBD can be derived from hemp, and the passing of a new farm bill in the States makes this form of cultivation legal at a federal level. This forms part of wider growth in the cannabis market, as companies expand their operations in North America and even beyond. Wildflower Brands Inc. (CSE: SUN) (OTCQB: WLDFF) (WLDFF Profile)…

MondayMar 18, 2019 1:02 pm

What Are the Best Cannabis Strains for Depression?

Cannabis as a natural remedy for depression is a topic of some controversy. While many consumers report that relief from depression is one of their primary reasons for partaking in the herb, the limited science on the subject has yet to catch up to the consumer experience. What research has found, however, is that both dosage and the unique chemical composition of certain cannabis cultivars may play the most profound role when trying to figure out whether the herb has a positive or negative impact on depression. Research has unveiled that the primary psychoactive in the plant, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), has…

MondayMar 18, 2019 12:37 pm

Cannabis Conference 2019 Expected to Attract More than 1,000 Growers and Marketers

If the attendance record of last year’s event is any guide, more than 1,000 cannabis cultivators, consultants, capital market pros, retailers and R&D professionals will assemble for the next-gen Cannabis Conference 2019 hosted by Cannabis Business Times and Cannabis Dispensary. The three-day event will be held on April 1-3, 2019, at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino in Nevada. Inaugurated in 2017, the annual Cannabis Conference is the leading cultivation and dispensary education symposium. As is usual, this year’s event will feature the latest industry technologies and solutions, with exhibits covering over 70,000 square feet of expo space (about the…

MondayMar 18, 2019 12:09 pm

SinglePoint Inc. (SING) Adds Solar to Diversified Portfolio, Sees Potential to Reduce Power Costs for Indoor Cannabis Growers

Plan to acquire solar energy business Direct Solar and solar marketer AI Live Transfers marks SinglePoint’s entry into power conservation industry Solar and wind power use rising in U.S. with government incentives, conservation efforts seen as huge draw for projected $57 billion sector CBD-based product line continues to generate interest with launch of Phyto-Bytes pet care product SinglePoint Inc. (OTCQB: SING), a fully reporting company with assets across multiple sectors including mobile technology, ancillary cannabis services and sustainable technologies, continues to add branches to its family tree with new acquisitions and joint-venture announcements. SinglePoint first began as a full-service mobile…

MondayMar 18, 2019 9:00 am

Drink Companies Prepare for the Coming of CBD Beverages

CBDWire Editorial Coverage: CBD-infused beverages look set to hit the market in a big way in 2019. Cannabidiol (CBD) is widely used in health and wellness products after spectacular growth in recent years. Several companies are lining up to launch CBD drinks following legal changes in the United States and Canada. Integrating these new offerings into wider product lines is accelerating CBD’s race for mainstream attention. Youngevity International Inc. (NASDAQ: YGYI) (YGYI Profile) is one of the first to launch, with a CBD coffee coming in May and a CBD water in the works. The Alkaline Water Company Inc. (NASDAQ:…