Cannabis News

Cannabis News

Latest cannabis industry news from trusted sources around the world.

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Canadian Study Reveals Cannabis as a Substitute for Legal Drugs

Canadian Study Reveals Cannabis as a Substitute for Legal Drugs

A Canadian study highlights cannabis as a potential substitute for tobacco, alcohol, and certain pharmaceuticals, challenging its reputation as a gateway drug

  • Study shows cannabis can substitute for tobacco, alcohol, and pharmaceuticals
  • 271 participants reported using cannabis instead of prescription drugs

by cannabis-dependance-drogues-legales

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Emerald Cup Introduces Terpene-Based Cannabis Classification System

Emerald Cup Introduces Terpene-Based Cannabis Classification System

The Emerald Cup introduces a terpene-based classification system to evaluate cannabis, enhancing understanding of quality beyond THC content

  • Emerald Cup adopts terpene-based classification system for cannabis
  • New system focuses on terpene profiles, flavor, and effects
  • Aims to provide clearer cannabis evaluation beyond THC content
  • System tested at 2021-2022 Emerald Cup and California State Fair

by lemerald-cup-change-systeme-classification-varietes-cannabis

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
French Hemp Producers Urge Government to Increase THC Limit to 1%

French Hemp Producers Urge Government to Increase THC Limit to 1%

The AFPC has formally requested the French government to raise the THC limit for hemp cultivation from 0.3% to 1%, citing agronomic and economic reasons

  • AFPC requests increase of THC limit for hemp to 1% in France
  • Current 0.3% limit seen as inconsistent with agronomic realities
  • Higher THC limits in other European countries create competition

by afpc-taux-thc-chanvre-1

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Cannabis Plays Crucial Role in Maintaining Body's Homeostasis

Cannabis Plays Crucial Role in Maintaining Body's Homeostasis

Cannabis significantly influences the body's ability to maintain homeostasis, aiding in managing conditions like diabetes and potentially improving quality of life as we age

  • Cannabis impacts body's homeostasis through endocannabinoid system
  • Studies show cannabis reduces insulin resistance, aiding diabetes management
  • Endocannabinoid system regulates inflammation, neuroprotection, and cellular communication
  • Age-related diseases linked to disrupted homeostasis may benefit from cannabis

by homeostasie-cannabis

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Finnish Citizens Launch Initiative to Decriminalize Cannabis

Finnish Citizens Launch Initiative to Decriminalize Cannabis

Finnish citizens launch an initiative to decriminalize cannabis, aiming to change laws on personal use and cultivation while legalizing Cannabis Clubs

  • Finnish citizens propose cannabis decriminalization initiative
  • Campaign seeks to legalize personal use, possession, and Cannabis Clubs
  • 50,000 signatures needed for parliamentary debate; half collected so far
  • Current Finnish law penalizes cannabis use and cultivation

by finlande-initiative-citoyenne-pour-depenaliser-le-cannabis

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
British American Tobacco Acquires 19.9% Stake in Organigram for $175 Million

British American Tobacco Acquires 19.9% Stake in Organigram for $175 Million

British American Tobacco has acquired a 19.9% stake in Canadian cannabis producer Organigram for $175 million, marking a major entry into the cannabis industry

  • British American Tobacco acquires 19.9% stake in Organigram for $175 million
  • A joint center of excellence for cannabis product development will be established

by british-american-tobacco-participation-organigram

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
LSD's 80-Year Legacy: From Bicycle Day to Modern Research

LSD's 80-Year Legacy: From Bicycle Day to Modern Research

Eighty years after Albert Hofmann's historic LSD trip, renewed research explores its therapeutic potential amid shifting legal landscapes

  • Albert Hofmann's first intentional LSD trip occurred on April 19, 1943
  • LSD was initially synthesized in 1938 from ergot fungus

by bicycle-day-80-ans-trip-lsd

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
France Faces Medical Cannabis Shortage Amid Experimentation Challenges

France Faces Medical Cannabis Shortage Amid Experimentation Challenges

France's medical cannabis program faces challenges as key products run out, raising concerns about the program's future viability and impacting patient care

  • France's medical cannabis program faces product shortages
  • Key cannabis oils, including CBD:THC 20:1, are unavailable
  • Healthcare professionals express concerns over treatment options

by rupture-de-stock-pour-un-second-produit-de-lexperimentation-du-cannabis-medical

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
FrenchFarm.ac Launches CBD Cookies for Paris Cannaparade

FrenchFarm.ac Launches CBD Cookies for Paris Cannaparade

FrenchFarm.ac launches CBD-infused cookies for Paris's Cannaparade, enhancing the event with non-psychoactive treats

  • FrenchFarm.ac introduces CBD cookies for Cannaparade in Paris
  • The cookies, called 'Wookies,' are infused with CBD and Tangie terpenes
  • Available at FrenchFarm.ac store, priced at €10 per box
  • Cookies aim to enhance Cannaparade experience without psychoactive effects

by cannaparade-frenchfarm-cookies-cbd-terpenes

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Sharpstone Grinder Offers Quality and Durability for Cannabis Consumers

Sharpstone Grinder Offers Quality and Durability for Cannabis Consumers

The Sharpstone grinder combines quality and innovation, offering cannabis consumers a durable, efficient tool for a seamless grinding experience

  • Sharpstone grinder offers high-quality grinding for cannabis enthusiasts
  • Made from durable, lightweight polished aluminum

by grinder-sharpstone

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Ultrasound Technology Enhances Cannabinoid Extraction Efficiency

Ultrasound Technology Enhances Cannabinoid Extraction Efficiency

Hungarian researchers have demonstrated that ultrasound technology significantly improves cannabinoid extraction efficiency, offering a solvent-free, cost-effective

  • Ultrasound enhances cannabinoid extraction efficiency
  • Sonication offers a solvent-free, cost-effective method

by ultrasons-augmentent-rendement-vitesse-extractions-de-cannabinoides

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Cannabis-Infused Absinthe Gains Popularity Across Europe

Cannabis-Infused Absinthe Gains Popularity Across Europe

Cannabis-infused absinthe is gaining popularity in Europe, offering a modern twist on the historic 'green fairy' without the psychoactive effects of THC

  • Absinthe, once banned, is now legally infused with cannabis seeds
  • Czech and Spanish brands lead the cannabis-infused absinthe market

by absinthe-infusee-cannabis

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Top Cannabis Strains to Watch in 2021 Gain Popularity Across the U.S

Top Cannabis Strains to Watch in 2021 Gain Popularity Across the U.S

Leafly highlights eight trending cannabis strains for 2021, showcasing unique flavors and effects as legalization expands across the U.S

  • Leafly identifies eight trending cannabis strains for 2021
  • Gushers, a Gelato #41 and Triangle Kush hybrid, is popular for stress relief
  • Gelonade combines Lemon Tree and Gelato #41, offering a citrusy flavor

by 8-varietes-cannabis-tendances-2021

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Taiwanese Activists Demand Cannabis Decriminalization Amid Growing Opposition

Taiwanese Activists Demand Cannabis Decriminalization Amid Growing Opposition

Taiwanese activists from Green Sensation rallied in Taipei to demand cannabis decriminalization, facing opposition from conservative groups and political entities

  • Taiwanese activists demand cannabis decriminalization in Taipei
  • Green Sensation faces opposition from conservative groups
  • Current laws impose severe penalties for cannabis-related offenses

by militants-cannabis-taiwanais-depenalisation

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
New York Launches Campaign to Encourage Legal Cannabis Purchases

New York Launches Campaign to Encourage Legal Cannabis Purchases

New York State launches a campaign to promote legal cannabis purchases, emphasizing public health, social equity, and community reinvestment

  • New York launches campaign to promote legal cannabis purchases
  • Governor Hochul emphasizes informed consumer choices

by letat-de-new-york-lance-une-campagne-invitant-les-consommateurs-a-acheter-du-cannabis-legal

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Canadian Supreme Court Upholds Quebec's Ban on Home Cannabis Cultivation

Canadian Supreme Court Upholds Quebec's Ban on Home Cannabis Cultivation

The Supreme Court of Canada has confirmed Quebec's right to ban home cannabis cultivation, upholding the provincial law as constitutional

  • Supreme Court upholds Quebec's ban on home cannabis cultivation
  • Quebec's law aligns with provincial authority over cannabis regulation

by cour-supreme-canada-quebec-interdiction-autoculture-cannabis

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
CBD Shows Promise in Managing Chronic Pain Across Europe

CBD Shows Promise in Managing Chronic Pain Across Europe

CBD is gaining traction in Europe for its potential to manage chronic pain, offering a natural alternative to traditional medications

  • CBD is increasingly used in Europe for chronic pain management
  • It offers a natural alternative to traditional anti-inflammatory drugs

by cbd-douleurs-chroniques

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Dr GreenRoger Educates French Audience on Cannabis Terpenes

Dr GreenRoger Educates French Audience on Cannabis Terpenes

Dr GreenRoger, a French YouTuber, educates his audience about cannabis terpenes, enhancing understanding of their role in aroma and effects

  • Dr GreenRoger educates on cannabis terpenes via YouTube
  • Terpenes influence cannabis aroma and effects

by les-terpenes-dr-greenroger

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
ABSTRAX Identifies New Chemical Compounds Behind Skunk Cannabis Aroma

ABSTRAX Identifies New Chemical Compounds Behind Skunk Cannabis Aroma

ABSTRAX has discovered new volatile sulfur compounds responsible for the skunk aroma in cannabis, challenging previous assumptions about terpenes' role

  • ABSTRAX identifies new volatile sulfur compounds in cannabis
  • Discovery challenges previous beliefs about terpenes' role in aroma
  • Research highlights potential health benefits of cannabis VSCs

by origines-chimiques-skunk-decouvertes

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Cannabis Consultant Russ Hudson Thrives in Barcelona's Cannabis Clubs

Cannabis Consultant Russ Hudson Thrives in Barcelona's Cannabis Clubs

Cannabis consultant Russ Hudson thrives in Barcelona by evaluating strains and writing reviews, benefiting from the city's liberal cannabis policies

  • Russ Hudson is a cannabis consultant living in Barcelona
  • He reviews cannabis strains and writes detailed evaluations
  • Barcelona's cannabis clubs provide a perfect setting for his work

by ross-hudson-consultant-professionnel-cannabis

NewsweedDec 18, 2025
Delaware Becomes 22nd U.S. State to Legalize Recreational Cannabis

Delaware Becomes 22nd U.S. State to Legalize Recreational Cannabis

Delaware has legalized recreational cannabis, becoming the 22nd U.S. state to do so, with laws set to regulate the market and sales expected to start in over a year

  • Delaware legalized recreational cannabis, becoming the 22nd U.S. state to do so
  • Governor John Carney allowed the bills to pass without his signature
  • Retail sales are slated to begin in over a year, with a 15% tax imposed
  • Public consumption and driving under the influence remain illegal

by delaware-22e-etat-americain-legaliser-cannabis