BY CHRIS WEATHERALL, KIND MEDS AND ACM STAFF Since the passage of Arizona’s medical marijuana laws in 2010, patients have had a host of misconceptions about the use of medical marijuana in the state. Arizona’s laws are stricter than those in surrounding states that allow recreational consumption of marijuana, so it’s important to debunk some of …
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BY DR. LLOYD COVENS More than 45 speakers from around the US joined in on the first US Department of Agriculture “listening webinar,” seeking action to bring some provisions of the new Farm Bill into immediate effect. The three-hour event (March 13) heard farmers, tribal members, regulators, equipment makers and new potential entrants all express …
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BY: JENNIFER CORSO, BA, MA, Darwin Brands The cannabis plant is comprised of much more than cannabinoids like THC and CBD. It is rich in many phytochemicals, including terpenes and terpenoids. These volatile, odorous organic compounds act as antioxidant, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial agents, protecting plants against disease and infection, and are shining in the current spotlight …
All About Aroma: The Therapeutic Value of Terpenes Read More »
BY ACM STAFF Nobody in Arizona has been producing legal beautiful bud longer than Arizona Organix, the state’s first dispensary. Over the years they’ve built a well-earned reputation for top quality tops. A perpetual winner at Errl Cup competitions, Ben Myer and his cultivation staff have tried out hundreds of genetics searching for the best, …
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BY ACM STAFF Proven Media, an Arizona-based international legal cannabis industry marketing and branding agency, has been named public relations agency for CannaMéxico World Summit 2019, hosted by former President of Mexico, Vicente Fox. The international business trade event will take place April 25-26 at Centro Fox in Leon, Mexico. Proven Media will join representatives of Arizona’s …
BY DR. LLOYD COVENS Farm Bill Non-Progress Report CBD and hemp companies hoping for post-Farm Bill clarity got a heavy dose of “we will get to it”–from expected long delays in pending review and rule-making at both the Food and Drug Administration and the US Department of Agriculture. FDA administrator Scott Gottlieb told a Congressional committee that he will …
BY: DANIELLE SEDGWICK & TIFFANY SHEPARD Is it true that cannabis has the potential to enhance intimacy and a deeper connection between partners? Cannabis expert and emergency room physician, Dr Jordan Tishler crushes the myths that men and women with intimacy issues should resort to prescription drugs. He also states, that poor sexual performance can …
Federal Court Affirms AMMA Patients Protected Against Employment Discrimination BY: GARY MICHAEL SMITH, ESQ. Valentine’s Day came early this year and brought with it some AMMA patient-rights love. On February 7th, Judge James Teilborg of Arizona’s Federal District Court ruled on summary judgment that AMMA grants AMMA patients the right to sue their employers, if those employers discriminate …
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Mexico’s Supreme Court Legalizes Cannabis BY ACM STAFF According to the Mazatlan Post reporting on an article in Heraldo de Mexico, Mexico’s top court has issued instructions to all judges to permit “amparos” or legal protections for all persons wishing to use cannabis, even recreationally, starting Feb 22nd. Following the publishing of the ruling by …
News Briefs 2/19/19 BY DR. LLOYD COVENS “THE SHARK” DRIVES NEW CBD LINE Golf champion Greg “The Shark” Norman will partner with Green Growth Brand (GGB Beauty), to market a line of topical and health products aimed “at active adults” using Tilray for CBD sourcing. ABG–Norman’s marketing partner which also works with Shaquille O’Neal and other …
