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Mike Tyson Promotes Cannabis Brand During DEA Lab Visit After Trump Meetup

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, In The News, Plant Science, Politics / By Jeff Leclere

Boxing heavyweight legend Mike Tyson has stepped into the spotlight again—this time as a cannabis entrepreneur. After meeting with former President Donald Trump, Tyson visited a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) laboratory to tour its facilities and promote his Tyson 2.0 cannabis brand. Tyson’s brand, which he co-founded, offers a range of premium cannabis products including …

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U.S. Cannabis Industry Loses Jobs Despite Record $30 Billion in Sales

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, Financial, In The News, Plant Science, Politics, Sales / By Jeff Leclere

In a surprising shift, the U.S. legal cannabis industry reported a 3.4% drop in full-time equivalent jobs last year—even as sales hit a record $30.1 billion, marking a 4.5% increase from 2023. This represents the sharpest employment decline the industry has seen since federal efforts to track cannabis jobs began in 2017. The data reveal that …

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Marijuana Industry Tops Job Satisfaction Rankings Nationwide

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, Financial, In The News, Plant Science, Politics, Sales / By Jeff Leclere

A new national workforce survey has revealed that employees in the cannabis industry report the highest levels of job satisfaction of any sector in the U.S. The report, covering over 1.5 million shift workers, showed nearly 92% of cannabis retail staff described feeling “good” or “amazing” at the end of their shifts—significantly outpacing other industries. …

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Michigan Bill Aims to Legalize Psilocybin for Adults With PTSD

Leave a Comment / Healthcare, In The News, Mental Health, Plant Science, Politics, Psilocybin, Psychedelics, Trends / By Jeff Leclere

Michigan lawmakers have introduced House Bill 4686, a proposal that would allow adults diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to legally possess up to two ounces of psilocybin or psilocyn for personal therapeutic use. The bill also decriminalizes the cultivation, creation, manufacturing, or delivery of these substances for qualifying veterans and other PTSD patients. Sponsored by …

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Sports Fans Embrace Cannabis Sponsorships in Major Leagues

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, Financial, Healthcare, In The News, Mental Health, Plant Science, Politics, Sales / By Jeff Leclere

A growing number of American sports fans are expressing strong support for cannabis brands sponsoring their favorite teams. A recent national poll has found that the majority of adult fans would welcome both CBD and THC product sponsorships across top-tier professional sports leagues, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, UFC, and more. In states where …

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Snoop Dogg Expands Cannabis Brand With New THCA Hemp Platform

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, Financial, In The News, Plant Science, Politics, Sales / By Jeff Leclere

Hip-hop icon and cannabis entrepreneur Snoop Dogg has expanded his brand footprint once again—this time with the launch of a new online hemp store, TryDeathRow.com. The platform offers a curated selection of THCA flower and pre-rolls that are legal under the 2018 Farm Bill, positioning itself as a premium, federally compliant cannabis experience available nationwide. The …

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Michigan Cannabis Shop’s Bigfoot Statue Sparks Debate Over Marketing to Kids

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, Financial, In The News, Plant Science, Politics, Sales / By Jeff Leclere

A Michigan marijuana dispensary has drawn criticism after installing a large Bigfoot statue outside its entrance, reigniting discussions about whether cannabis retailers target children with whimsical marketing. The 10-foot statue, unveiled this summer at a Lansing-area dispensary, features Bigfoot holding a cannabis leaf and wearing a friendly expression. Supporters argue it’s a fun and unique …

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Scientists Map 33 Genetic Targets to Breed Powerful New Cannabis Strains

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, Healthcare, In The News, Mental Health, Plant Science, Politics / By Jeff Leclere

Researchers have identified 33 genetic markers in marijuana that can be manipulated to create custom cannabis strains tailored for specific medical or recreational purposes. The findings come from a study that analyzed the complex DNA of multiple cannabis plants, isolating genes responsible for key traits like cannabinoid levels, terpene production, flowering patterns, and disease resistance. …

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Hotels See Major Revenue Boost After Marijuana Legalization

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, Financial, In The News, Plant Science, Politics, Sales, Trends / By Jeff Leclere

A recent study has found that adult-use cannabis legalization significantly boosts hotel revenue. Analysis across Colorado revealed a 25.2% increase in monthly hotel income—an average gain of $63,671 per property—after recreational cannabis dispensaries opened. This revenue growth continued for at least six years post-legalization. Further data shows room-night bookings rose by 7.9%, and daily room …

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High-Dose LSD Shows Stronger Relief From Depression Than Lower Doses

Leave a Comment / Healthcare, In The News, LSD, Mental Health, Plant Science, Politics, Psychedelics, Sales / By Jeff Leclere

A recent study from the University of Basel in Switzerland reveals that high-dose LSD paired with professional therapy provides significantly greater reductions in depression symptoms compared to low-dose treatments. Conducted with 61 participants facing moderate-to-severe depression, the double-blind trial measured the impact of two therapeutic LSD sessions over a 12-week period. Participants were split into …

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