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Governor Mike Parson, alongside Attorney General Andrew Bailey and other state officials, held a press conference Wednesday to announce measures addressing the proliferation of unregulated cannabis products in Missouri. This initiative aims to mitigate the risks posed by these products, particularly to children. Governor Parson highlighted that while marijuana for adult and medical use is legal and regulated in Missouri, the lack of federal and state standards for hemp-derived compounds, such as delta-8 and delta-10 THC, has led to a surge in unregulated products. These compounds, which have similar intoxicating effects to marijuana, are readily available in liquor stores, gas […] https://lnkd.in/gpNRnZ4Q

  CBD Kratom condemns the fear-mongering created by the Governor’s Executive Order 24-10 and comments made during the August 1, 2024 press conference regarding federally legal cannabinoids. We encourage the Governor’s and Attorney General’s offices to use currently available laws, including deceptive practices under the FTC Act, to combat trademark infringement products, such as the “Lifesavers” held by the Governor during the press conference. CBD Kratom expresses disappointment with Governor Parson’s Executive Order 24-10 as it does not nearly address the safety aspects the industry has been supportive of, such as age restrictions and proper labeling. If the intention was […] https://lnkd.in/gaUZ9-JS

Governor Michael L. Parson has issued Executive Order 24-10, mandating new regulations to address the safety concerns of unregulated psychoactive cannabis products in Missouri. The order, effective September 1, 2024, directs the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) to classify foods containing these substances as unapproved and adulterated. Addressing unregulated cannabis products The executive order highlights the lack of safety standards and packaging requirements for various psychoactive cannabis compounds, including delta-8 THC, delta-10 THC, hexahydrocannabinol (HHC), tetrahydrocannabinol (THC-O), tetrahydrocannabiphoral (THCP), and tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV). Governor Parson emphasized the health risks posed by these unregulated products, particularly for children. “Numerous […] https://lnkd.in/gbrerUuX

  Governor Mike Parson will hold a joint press conference with Attorney General Andrew Bailey tomorrow to address the growing concerns surrounding unregulated cannabis products in Missouri. The conference is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. at the Missouri State Capitol in the Governor’s Office (Room 216). Joining Governor Parson and Attorney General Bailey will be Department of Public Safety Director Sandy Karsten, Department of Health and Senior Services Director Paula Nickelson, and Alcohol and Tobacco Control Supervisor Michael Leara. Together, they will outline the state’s actions to mitigate the risks associated with unregulated cannabis products. Unregulated Products Pose Risks The press […] https://lnkd.in/gFka9C_e

Updated: Thousands of cannabis products have been placed on administrative hold in Metrc, causing significant disruption across the state. Yesterday, Greenway began receiving reports of products being placed on administrative hold, and while Missouri marijuana regulators have yet to make an official announcement, dispensary operators began receiving notifications with lists of product in inventory that are required to be placed on hold. Greenway has obtained copies of Metrc notices sent to dispensary operators, indicating a wide range of brands, hundreds of SKUs, and thousands of products are affected. Late this morning, operators received the following update from regulators, “Marijuana product […] https://lnkd.in/gHBwXutm

Thousands of cannabis products have been placed on administrative hold in Metrc, causing significant disruption across the state. Yesterday, Greenway began receiving reports of products being placed on administrative hold, and while Missouri marijuana regulators have yet to make an official announcement, dispensary operators began receiving notifications with lists of product in inventory that are required to be placed on hold. Greenway has obtained copies of Metrc notices sent to dispensary operators, indicating a wide range of brands, hundreds of SKUs, and thousands of products are affected. The Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation has not yet issued a formal public […] https://lnkd.in/gHBwXutm

This is the second S.W.E.D. location this summer and marks a global expansion of the franchise Renowned mega-artist and entrepreneur Snoop Dogg proudly announces the official opening of his first coffeeshop, Smoke Weed Every Day (S.W.E.D.), located at Marnixstraat 333, 1016 TC Amsterdam. Following the successful launch of his first S.W.E.D. store in Los Angeles earlier this month, the Amsterdam location represents a significant step in the global expansion of the S.W.E.D. The coffee shop brings Snoop’s signature style and passion for cannabis culture to a city celebrated just as much for its cannabis cafes as it is for its famed canals. […] https://lnkd.in/gjDD_Nkz

  The Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) will hold a Research License Listening Session on August 5, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Birch Conference Room, 930 Wildwood Drive. This session aims to gather input and testimonials from stakeholders in the cannabis research community. The listening session will address several key topics, including prospective research topics and research gaps, the potential effects of rescheduling cannabis on research, funding and profit opportunities, and considerations for rule creation specific to research license types. The event is open to universities, clinical research entities, laboratories, and Schedule 1 research facilities, […] https://lnkd.in/gA9tp-69

  The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and Stinson LLP have filed a lawsuit on behalf of Sharon C. Stewart against the State of Missouri, challenging the state’s actions against Stewart for using medical marijuana while on probation. The case, filed in the Circuit Court of Cole County, seeks injunctive and declaratory relief, arguing that Missouri’s actions violate Stewart’s constitutional rights under Article XIV, which protects medical marijuana users from penalties. In November 2018, Missouri voters approved Amendment 2, establishing the “Right to Access Medical Marijuana” under Article XIV § 1 of the Missouri Constitution. This section aims to protect […] https://lnkd.in/g_WBks_N

During the first half of 2024, Missouri had the fifth most legal cannabis sales, $709 million, of all adult use states. The news comes from a recent report released by national cannabis business publication Green Market Report, which was impressed with how quickly Missouri’s market has grown. The report found: “Newcomer Missouri slid into fifth with $709 million in sales. Adult use cannabis sales in that state just began in February 2023.” The report showed California leading the nation in legal cannabis sales, followed by Michigan, Illinois and Massachusetts, all states with far larger populations and all states that legalized […] https://lnkd.in/gRwiKWMg