Archive for June 2020
Oklahoma’s Regulated Cannabis Market is on Fire
Oklahoma Sets a Record for Regulated Cannabis Sales in April and Beyond. Oklahoma’s Messy Relationship with Cannabis Like other states in the United States, and dating back to Prohibition, Oklahoma has had a messy relationship with cannabis. During the early thirties, Oklahoma state legislators outlawed cannabis Sativa use for any reason, thus criminalizing the possession…
Read MoreHemp and Nicotine: What You Need to Know
Hemp and nicotine: consider the following when you contemplate the best choice for your situation. The cannabis industry has long been a pioneer in the medical field and CV Sciences Inc.’s recent patent approval furthers that tradition. The hemp based product helps stave off nicotine cravings to combat smokeless tobacco addiction. The product helps put…
Read MoreCultivators & Distributors all need CVaults
Hey, CannaCon fans! All of us here at FreshStor were looking forward to meeting you and getting the chance to introduce our amazing CVault storage containers! But then, suddenly — the world changed. And we’re unsure when we’ll have another opportunity to meet face-to-face and put our beautiful product directly into your hands. Major bummer.…
Read MoreCelebrating Charlotte: The Life & Legacy of One of Medicinal Cannabis’ Youngest Activists
Charlotte Figi: CBD and Dravet Syndrome It’s difficult to talk about cannabis legalization without first discussing the importance of CBD legislation as the catalyst. It’s even harder to discuss the significance of CBD without hearing her name. Charlotte Figi, that is. The little girl with the massive heart and even bigger eyes that inspired the…
Read MoreFederal Loans for Hemp Businesses
Upon the federal legalization of hemp in 2018, it became categorized as an agricultural commodity parallel to other crops such as cotton, corn, and wheat. Since then, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has worked to align a range of services and programs with those growing hemp. In 2019, USDA announced hemp producers working under…
Read MoreProper packaging and labeling are a critical part of any cannabis business
Proper packaging and labeling are a critical part of any cannabis business, each state with its regulations and guidelines. Check out the downloadable documents for each state’s requirements. As the industry grows, there are more product brands on the market competing to outsell one another. Proper packaging and labeling will help ensure that your product…
Read MoreOrganic Standards for Cannabis Production
An upcoming movement within the cannabis industry is customer demand for organically grown products. Some states are pushing organic standards for cannabis production, as national recognition by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is currently out of the question due to federal regulations around the cultivation and use of the plant. It is important to…
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