Erin McEvoy

Our top five cannabis and hemp news this week: Ohio cannabis regulation updates, New York recalls and grants, indoor cultivation insights, and High Tide expansions.

Adam Jacques and Nadia Sabeh, PhD discuss what to consider when insulating an indoor cannabis grow operation.

Zacariah Hildenbrand, PhD and Adam Jacques discuss what to consider with a closed loop water system in an indoor cannabis grow.

Zacariah Hildenbrand, PhD and Nadia Sabeh, PhD discuss how to optimize air flow in an indoor cannabis cultivation operation that maximizes plant health and efficiency.

Our top five cannabis and hemp news this week: the New York OCM; SCOTUS, cannabis, and Second Amendment rights; research on THC and driving performance; and pupil measurement after cannabis inhalation.

A recent study suggests that some measurements of pupil response could predict recent, acute cannabis inhalation.

The Office of Cannabis Management initiated an investigation in February into alleged misuse of a cannabis distribution and processing license.

Cultivation experts Adam Jacques and Zacariah Hildenbrand, PhD discuss how lighting and energy demands shift throughout the cannabis growth cycle.

In this month’s webinar, Dr. Sulak discusses new studies on various effects and risks of cannabis on driving performance.

Our top five cannabis and hemp news this week: Ohio hemp regulation, NY dispensary laws, updates from Florida, and medical cannabis research.

Dr. Dustin Sulak reviews studies on medical cannabis in this month’s webinar, including research on Tourette syndrome, chemotherapy-induced neuropathy, and caregiver wellbeing.

Our sister publication, Nutritional Outlook, covered the science, safety, regulatory challenges, and therapeutic potential of nonpsychoactive cannabinoids including CBN, CBG, and CBDA.

Researchers assess how often consumers talk with general practitioners about cannabis and the public health implications.

Governor DeWine issues a 90-day emergency ban on intoxicating hemp products in Ohio to protect minors and public health.

Trump highlights hemp-derived CBD for senior healthcare, sparking discussion on cannabis reform, Medicare coverage, and the endocannabinoid system.

A new Smart Approaches to Marijuana poll shows most Americans oppose cannabis rescheduling if it increases youth advertising or benefits foreign cartels.

Our top five cannabis and hemp news this week: cannabis sales milestones in Minnesota and Virginia, new CBD research, and Colorado’s latest regulatory updates.

Research highlights benefits of hemp-derived CBD reported by patients with anxiety: reduced anxiety, better sleep, and improved mood.

A new literature review highlights CBD’s potential in skin health, from acne to psoriasis, while exploring delivery challenges and future applications.

New research shows frequent cannabis users may drive as well as non-users after abstinence.

The Virginia Cannabis Control Authority reported data on medical cannabis sales and most popular products for July to August 2025.

Our top five cannabis and hemp news this week: OCM fines NY lab, Congress halts rescheduling funding, Texas issues hemp order, NJ supports businesses with $15M in funding, and our latest podcast episode.

A UK Medical Cannabis Registry study found cannabis-based medicines improved sleep, anxiety, and quality of life in insomnia patients.

According to the Division of Cannabis Control, medical marijuana sales exceeded $2.2 billion and recreational cannabis generated over $785 million since legalization.

Clinical and in vitro analysis shows THC may impair female fertility, distrupting oocyte development and affecting IVF outcomes.

The FY26 CJS Appropriations Act includes Section 607, barring cannabis rescheduling. Advocates warn the Act threatens medical cannabis protections.

Our top five cannabis and hemp news this week: Nebraska’s medical cannabis battle, rescheduling debate, Thailand policy shifts, new medical cannabis research, and pricing trends.

This month’s Healer webinar, led by Dustin Sulak, DO, explores new medical cannabis research including potential benefits for cancer, wound healing, ALS, Alzheimer’s, and terpenes like alpha-pinene.

In this interview, Steve Allin, director of the International Hemp Building Association shares insights on the versatility and benefits of hemp as a crop and as a material used in construction.

An examination of survey data finds state cannabis laws strongly shape delta-8-THC use, with highest rates in prohibition states.