With the activity surrounding medical marijuana legalization in a number US states, it is surprising that so few are aware of how the medical marijuana process operates. A lot of effort goes into the cultivation and distribution of marijuana. And this is even more applicable to medical marijuana, where the strains have to be of the highest quality and comply with the laws surrounding marijuana and medicine. There are a large amount of checks and procedures that have to be undertaken between planting and distribution at a medical dispensary. All…
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How to Legally Invest in Marijuana Companies
It is no secret that marijuana is a big industry and there is lots of money to be made. Current marijuana sales are estimated to be in the region of $50 Billion when black market sales are included. This is quite a large figure, and given that the vast majority of this number is generated by black market sales, the majority of the $50 Billion is soon going to be transferred to legitimate businesses. Because the black market is not going to be sustainable in states where medical and recreational…
Read MoreMarijuana’s Legalization Fuels Black Market in Other States
It stands to reason that marijuana legalization in one state will lead to an increase in black market sales in another. Estimates of current marijuana sales are in the region of $50 billion, with a large amount of this figure being taken up by black market sales. With the increase of legalization will come a decrease in the number of black market sales. There will no longer be any profit and there will be no consumers, especially in states where people can grow their own marijuana. There are currently 8…
Read MoreWhat Happens to Your Body When You Consume Marijuana?
Marijuana is the slang term for portions of the cannabis plant. It is one of the oldest used psychoactive compounds and there is an ongoing scientific revolution in terms of marijuana benefits, with more potential benefits being added to the list every day. Cannabis was outlawed in 1937 against the advice of the American Medical Association and marijuana used declined as the use of aspirin and opioids rose. While many know how it feels to consume marijuana, most are unaware of the implications and how it actually works in the…
Read MoreCannabis Colors: Why So Many? What Do They Mean?
An Introduction to Cannabis Now that the stigma associated with cannabis has been removed, an honest appraisal can be given to one of the world’s most potent herbs. While many were aware of the reality that it was merely a plant that could not do any harm, the public at large have now recognized that cannabis is a legal product which can be used to treat a variety of conditions. It is helpful for revenue at the state and federal level as well as for local communities. Aside from this…
Read MoreThe Best Tasting Buds on Earth 2017
With ongoing marijuana legalization, the stigma that surrounded cannabis use in times past can be put to rest. It is now socially acceptable to discuss the merits of marijuana in terms of different strains. It is a unique field with many different applications. There are different ways to ingest marijuana and an infinite variety of different strains to take advantage of. And there are new strains being created every day, with growers now free to experiment on their own. At least in the 8 states in the USA where recreational…
Read MoreMost Americans Have Tried Weed, Survey Says
Most Americans are actually for the legalization of medical marijuana, and split on the issue of recreational marijuana legalization. And the ones who are staunchly against marijuana represent quite a small segment of the population, typically those of the far right with ultra conservative values. But as a study recently suggested, most Americans have actually tried marijuana at some stage of their lives. Survey finds most Americans have tried Weed A poll conducted by Marist Poll/Yahoo News has demonstrated that 52% of Americans over the age of 21 have tried…
Read MoreEmployers Advised to Hold Off on Testing for Marijuana Use
Medical marijuana is legal in 29 states, with recreational pot legal in 8. With the rise in legalization comes a rise in usage. However, weed has not been completely legalized. There are many rules and restrictions governing its usage and growers and cultivators of medical marijuana have to adhere to strict guidelines. The cultivation process is going to be increasingly taxed and monitored at the state and federal level. Marijuana and Employment Many medical weed holders have actually lost their jobs for showing up to work stoned. Your employer can fire you for…
Read MoreWeed-Smoking Gorilla Ushers in New Era in Marijuana Packaging
It is an exciting time in the weed industry with legalization on the rise and consumers in many states are eager for the legislation to be implemented. At the time of this writing, up to 20% of Americans can now legally smoke or consume marijuana as they please. A whole new industry is on the rise in terms of cannabis products. Businesses of all kinds must now differentiate their products from others as the battle for the marketplace ensues. The weed industry is predicted to reach $50 billion by 2025,…
Read MoreMarijuana Cultivation Step by Step for Beginners
Growing marijuana can be a rewarding and enriching experience. The stigma that came with marijuana growth and dispensation has now been removed with recent legalization in locations including San Francisco and New Jersey. Marijuana is not just a plant but a superfood with innumerable benefits. It provides pain relief to the sick, helps prevent and treat illnesses and releases brain enhancing compounds to those who consume it in its many formats. Below is a simple step by step guide to cultivating marijuana. Marijuana Cultivation basics It should be noted that there…
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