Published by Elmar Mair, PhD on behalf of NCIA’s Cannabis Cultivation Committee In any industry, whenever we try to optimize a process, the first step is to collect data to understand the dependencies and identify bottlenecks. In cultivation, we are still lagging behind, and we accept an average process... Read more
Taking the Long View – Strategic Facility Design Considerations for the Schedule III Era
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics June 27, 2024 0
In the dynamic landscape of the cannabis industry, regulatory changes can significantly impact how businesses operate and plan for growth. The recent proposal to reschedule cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III has sparked discussions across the industry, particularly regarding facility design and operational strategies. This blog dives into... Read more
Member Blog: INSIGHTS Matter – Women in Cannabis Weigh In
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics June 25, 2024 0
Earlier this year, Cannabis NewsHub reached out to successful female leaders in the cannabis community. We asked them to share insights and advice for aspiring industry professionals. Overwhelming Success of the Social Media Campaign Participation in this social media campaign was an overwhelming success, with more than 50 women... Read more
Support Rescheduling & the Legal Cannabis Industry by Submitting Your Public Comment to the Department of Justice
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & PoliticsUncategorized June 18, 2024 0
Support Rescheduling & the Legal Cannabis Industry by Submitting Your Public Comment to the Department of Justice | NCIA is leading the cannabis industry’s unified and coordinated campaign to ensure our business sector is treated fairly and has the opportunity to reach its full potential. Now – more than... Read more
Committee Blog: Regulations in the Inhalable Cannabis Space – A Call for Sensible Flavor Regulation for Cannabis Vapes
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics June 13, 2024 0
Published on behalf of NCIA’s State Regulations Committee (SRC) As the cannabis industry continues to evolve, so do the discussions around regulations, particularly concerning flavor additives in inhalable cannabis products. This blog post represents the members of NCIA’s State Regulations Committee current reflections on the successes and shortcomings of... Read more
Cannabis Rescheduling Impact on Research and Safety: Insights from NCIA Webinar
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics June 11, 2024 0
In the second episode of NCIA’s new multi-part #IndustryEssentials webinar series, titled “Advancing Cannabis Science: Research Opportunities and Safety Post-Rescheduling,” we delved into the significant changes and opportunities that would emerge following the rescheduling of cannabis to a Schedule III drug. Led by the Scientific Advisory Committee,... Read more
Member Blog: Key Trends in the Cannabis Industry That Are Redefining Success
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & PoliticsUncategorized June 6, 2024 0
The cannabis industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation. Gone are the days when success was measured solely by the size of the buds. Today, innovative companies are redefining success by offering a diverse range of products, from mood-boosting gummies to pain-relieving lotions. Science is also at the forefront, ensuring... Read more
Committee Blog: Harnessing the Potential of Partnership Between the Cannabis Industry and Academia
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics June 4, 2024 0
Published by NCIA’s Education Committee (EC) Although cannabis companies are limited in the scope of their business activities awaiting much needed descheduling, it hasn’t stopped the need for educating and preparing the cannabis workforce. For some states cannabis tax dollars are appropriated to education, violence prevention and workforce development... Read more
Start Making Sense: What Does Schedule III & Section 280E Mean for Me?
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics June 3, 2024 0
Rescheduling cannabis signifies a monumental shift for our industry, specifically presenting a potential pathway to alleviate the burdens imposed by Section 280E. In a new multi-part #IndustryEssentials webinar series, led by experts from our 14 member-led Committees, NCIA will provide a comprehensive analysis of the immediate and... Read more
Update from D.C.: The Latest on Marijuana Rescheduling and the Farm Bill
HempMarijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics May 23, 2024 0
There were two major cannabis policy developments from Washington, D.C. last week: language of the proposed rule for rescheduling became available (accompanied by a video from the President reaffirming his commitment to reform) and the long anticipated text of the farm bill was released. The text of the proposed... Read more
