Regulations and Regulatory Issues

Here, we bring you our top five recent articles covering cannabis testing regulations, water usage in indoor cultivation, the PREPARE Act, delta-8-THC research, and a new grant program from the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management.

North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong recently signed legislation enabling patients to purchase cannabis-infused products.

The Minnesota OCM announced the state’s CanGrow grant program aimed at help farmers in the cannabis industry.

D4DPR announced in a recent press release that the organization was dropping their legal challenge over how the DEA handled the federal cannabis rescheduling hearing but had won a disclosure showing that the DEA had communicated with several applications prior to formal selections being made.

The PREPARE Act would create a new commission that would provide Congress a regulatory framework for cannabis.

New York OCM announces their new “Higher Education” statewide campaign which plans to provide cannabis users in the state with educational cannabis materials to help them navigate the marketplace.

Here, we bring you our top four recent articles covering standards in the cannabis industry, a cannabis for sleep survey, a new research and resource center at the University of Mississippi, and in-person information sessions from Metrc.

Metrc will host three in-person information sessions aiming to support the transition to the track-and-trace system before July.

Here, we bring you our top four recent articles covering research on cannabis and multiple sclerosis, New York’s Responsible Workforce Training program, veteran use of natural products, and testimony from the US Hemp Roundtable.

David Vaillencourt delves into the important role science plays in the cannabis industry and how the industry needs to embrace stringent manufacturing standards to move the industry forward.

New York launches Responsible Workforce Training Program by OCM and NYSDOL to provide safety education to cannabis workers.

Jonathan Miller of the US Hemp Roundtable will testify at the hearing “Restoring Trust in FDA: Rooting Out Illicit Products,” advocating for safe and fair regulation of hemp-derived cannabinoids.

Here, we bring you our top four recent articles covering the cost of compliance in the industry, the role of lighting in indoor cultivation, and research involving cannabis ointment and cannabis-coated pillowcases.

The financial and reputational risks of non-compliance far outweigh the upfront investment required to establish robust compliance systems. This blog explores the true cost of compliance, what non-compliance can mean for a business, and why investing in compliance is a proactive, strategic decision rather than a burdensome expense.

Here, we bring you our top five recent news articles covering a Teamsters contract in Maryland, the US Hemp Roundtable and BlueCheck, the launch of Edibles.com, the latest CReDO webinar, and a Texas hemp market report.

A recent Texas hemp market economic report highlighted rising wages and job growth as well as how proposed regulations could harm the industry.

US Hemp Roundtable announces new partnership with BlueCheck to help support online hemp sales.

California extends ban on hemp products containing any amount of THC.

A brief look at how cannabis is regulated in Poland.

A brief look at how cannabis is regulated in the United Kingdom.

Here, we bring you our top five recent news articles covering our latest publication, workplace safety for cannabis businesses, the latest cannabis research, and more.

Cannabis businesses—whether in cultivation, manufacturing, or retail—must comply with OSHA’s safety standards. This blog explains the importance of robust safety protocols, regulatory compliance, and proactive hazard management for long-term success.

Here, we bring you our top five recent news articles, covering National Hemp Day, certifications, and cannabis research studies.

The National Assembly in Panama approved a bill that would regulate the production, marketing, and export of hemp in the country.

This guide explores key certifications, benefits, and strategies to help position your cannabis company for success in 2025, while ensuring compliance, efficiency, and market access.