Kentucky Lawmakers Question Medical Cannabis Program
Kentucky lawmakers received a medical cannabis update July 2 and raised concerns about patient costs and whether farmers gain fair access to the market.
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Scientists send cannabis seeds to space for research
On June 23, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, carrying hundreds of biological…
New Mexico’s Cannabis Boom Competes with Chile Farming
Since the legalization of recreational cannabis in New Mexico in 2021, the state has witnessed a growing debate: will cannabis…
Morocco’s cannabis legalization reshapes agriculture and economy
Morocco has historically been a leading producer of hashish, with approximately 47,000 hectares of land dedicated to cannabis cultivation as…
Louisiana ranks highest for cannabis cultivation in U.S.
Recent research has identified Louisiana as the best state in the United States for marijuana cultivation. With a score of…
Cannabis Cultivation’s Water Impact Under Scrutiny
As cannabis cultivation expands across the United States and worldwide, its environmental impact, particularly regarding water usage, has come under…
Hemp Cultivation Boosts Environmental Sustainability Efforts
Hemp, a variety of the Cannabis sativa plant, is one of the oldest cultivated crops in human history. Its industrial…
South Dakota’s Industrial Hemp Acreage Grows 28% in 2024
In 2024, South Dakota farmers harvested 3,700 acres of industrial hemp, marking a 28% increase from the previous year, according…
U.S. Hemp Acreage Soars 64% with $445 Million Production Value
The U.S. industrial hemp sector experienced remarkable growth in 2024, with planted acreage rising by 64%, reaching nearly 45,300 acres.…
U.S. Hemp Production Value Reaches $445 Million in 2024
U.S. industrial hemp production experienced substantial growth in 2024, with the total crop value reaching $445 million, marking a 40%…