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March 27, 2020

CARES Act – Stimulus Package Won’t Aid the Cannabis Industry

By Steve Levine, Megan Herr

While the federal government has been considering legislation, such as SAFE Banking and the STATES Act, to create a more rational federal cannabis policy, neither of these bills are likely to pass any time soon given the current COVID-19 pandemic. At the end of the day, until Congress passes some form of federal cannabis legalization, these small businesses will remain plagued by the inability to receive financial assistance, as evinced by the Paycheck Protection Program.

March 26, 2020

Best Practices for Workforce Reduction

By Conor Dale

The cannabis industry is going through a bit of a contraction phase and layoffs are almost certainly a guarantee for some businesses. Here’s a discussion of the risks and best practices in conducting cost-saving layoffs to avoid potential claims and lawsuits.

March 24, 2020

UN Votes to Delay Rescheduling of Cannabis for Second Time in Two Years

By Marguerite Arnold

For the second time in two years, the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) has delayed a critical vote on the reclassification of cannabis. The vote to delay rescheduling came just under two weeks before WHO declared COVID-19 a global pandemic.

March 24, 2020

Access to Cannabis Is About to Get Easier in UK

By Marguerite Arnold

The UK has now changed its rules for imports, but in the middle of a global retrovirus pandemic, is this just rearranging deck chairs on the Titanic?

March 20, 2020

Green Leaf Laboratory Gets First ISO 17025:2017 Accreditation in Oregon

By Cannabis Industry Journal Staff

According to an A2LA press release, Green Leaf Laboratory is the very first cannabis testing lab in Oregon to achieve the ISO 17025:2017 accreditation.

March 19, 2020

COVID-19 Upends Events, Cannabis Labs Goes Virtual, Cannabis Quality Conference Contingency Plan Developed

By Cannabis Industry Journal Staff

The Cannabis Labs/Food Labs Conference will be held virtually June 1–5 and registration will be complimentary. Additionally, the Cannabis Quality Conference is still scheduled for October 21–23, but the conference has developed a contingency plan to be held virtually if COVID-19 continues to be a serious health concern throughout the fall season.

March 16, 2020

Infused Products Virtual Conference Coming on March 31

By Cannabis Industry Journal Staff

As in-person events are being canceled across the industry, Cannabis Industry Journal will continue to host online events so attendees can participate from the comfort of their home.

March 15, 2020

Coronavirus Guidelines for the Cannabis Industry

By Aaron Green

The WHO has declared the spread of COVID-19 as a pandemic. What can cannabis businesses do to help mitigate the spread of disease and help keep their communities safe?

March 13, 2020

International Supply Chains: Considerations for European Imports

By Marguerite Arnold

With the new throw down on CBD in Germany, what are the possibilities of entering the European market with a fully compliant supply chain?

March 12, 2020

5 Factors to Keep in Mind When Entering the Regulated Market

By David Perkins

From startup phase to distribution, there’s a lot to consider when entering a regulated market like California. Keeping these factors in mind when establishing a new cannabis business can help you pave a path for success for the long haul.

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March 2, 2020

Product Safety Hazards: Looking Beyond Food Safety in Cannabis

By Radojka Barycki

Cannabis safety is not just about edibles and food-borne illness. Take a look at several safety hazards encountered by cultivators, processors, manufacturers and retailers.

February 5, 2020

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New York’s Push for Legalized Cannabis: We’ve Heard This Story Before

By Peter Cifichiello

Will New York be the next state to legalize adult use cannabis? Peter Cifichiello details the possibilities, the realities and the prospect of the Empire State following through on Governor Cuomo’s promises.

January 27, 2020

Top 5 Trends for Cannabis in 2020

By Melissa Kuipers Blake

From consolidation to maturation: find out what Melissa Kuipers Blake thinks will be the biggest trends for the cannabis industry this year.

January 15, 2020

Practical Advice on How to Avoid a TCPA Suit

By Paul Gipson

Direct marketing to consumers is lucrative, but at what cost? More companies are texting with their customers today more than ever – find out best practices below on how to avoid getting sued for texting.

December 18, 2019

Banking Rights in the Hemp Industry

By Jonathan Miller

Banking is beginning to open up for the market, but there are still a handful of hurdles hindering hemp’s access to financial services.

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Upcoming Events & Webinars

March 31, 2020 – 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Infused Products Virtual Conference

This complimentary virtual conference consists of 4 back-to-back webinars, all on the same day. Hear from experts as they discuss food science in cannabis, food safety culture, HACCP and GMPs, and an overview of the Canadian edibles market. State regulations shouldn’t be the reason why infused products manufacturers have robust safety and quality standards, consumer safety is. Getting ahead of regulations with proactive safety and quality planning can improve a business’s bottom line tremendously. There are a number of tools and tricks cannabis companies can learn from the food industry to streamline their businesses and gain a bigger chunk of the market share.

April 8, 2020

Event Reports Virtual Workshop (4/8 & 4/22)

This 4-hour training program is divided into TWO SESSIONS taking place on April 8 and April 22. Many people know about nonconformances, many know about CAPAs, but not that many know about how a nonconformance LEADS to a CAPA. Attendees will gain knowledge as to a more standardized way of recording, investigating, and resolving nonconformances, as well as use the recorded data to more effectively communicate tracking and trending of issues.

April 9, 2020 – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

How to Insure Long Term Sustainable Growth and Profitability in the Cannabis Industry

As the Cannabis industry continues to evolve in these times of increasing competition coupled with operational, regulatory, and supply chain challenges the focus of investors and industry leaders has now turned to sustainable growth, preserving margins and insuring long term profitability. During this webinar we will explore the market forces that continue to impact your cannabusiness and show how tried and true manufacturing, quality and compliance solutions are the keys to insuring your company’s long-term sustainable growth and reliable profitability.

April 16, 2020 – 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

COVID-19 and Cannabis: Market Implications – Protocols for Safety, Sanitation & Distancing (Virtual Event)

As the coronavirus pandemic has effectively shut down the Untied States, only some essential businesses remain open. Some states have deemed cannabis businesses like medical dispensaries as essential businesses that could stay open during state-wide shelter in place orders. Certain states, like Washington and Colorado, have published guidelines for dispensaries to operate while promoting social distancing. Those guidelines are including optional curbside service, but there are a number of rules that must be followed strictly. In this complimentary webinar, we’ll discuss the impacts of coronavirus on the cannabis industry and the implications for dispensaries continuing to operate.