Agriculture
Changes in Cannabis Consumers’ Buying Habits
2020 is the turning point for the CBD industry, and there are discernible trends indicating cannabis consumers’ buying habits. Despite the Federal Drug Administration’s uncertainty over the regulation of CBD products, and warnings to manufacturers, popular demand for cannabis derivatives has been steadily rising. A large number of studies highlight the therapeutic and relaxation benefits of CBD, which was instrumental in the spike in sales.
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Hemp Biodegradability
Hemp is one of the oldest fibers known to humankind. Extracts from hemp can be used to produce numerous goods, from essential oils to textiles.
The Road from Farm to Market: The Disadvantaged Farmers
Farming is a risky industry that has become increasingly difficult to venture in over the last couple of decades. Oversupply is a constant battle for farmers because this drives the prices down, and reduces earnings. The short product shelf life also forces the farmers to sell their produce at a lower price; otherwise, it will…
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Crop Adaptation and Hemp
The Challenge for Farmers A challenge that farmers have is identifying suitable crops that will keep the soil of their fields fertilized and also bring forth excellent revenue. The easiest method to ensure that the fertility of the land is not compromised at any stage is by doing crop rotation. Crop Rotation Selection During crop…
Black Lives Matter
Black-Owned Cannabis and CBD Businesses to Support
Nowadays, the Black Lives Matter movement has swept the nation. Similarly, the hemp industry needs black entrepreneurs, executives, cannabis research specialists, and cannabis chefs that can support the industry through their business. Hemp is the cannabis grown especially for fiber. Hemp-derived CBD (cannabidiol) has become legal under federal law, when it is grown according to…
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Access to Education: Do African Americans Get the Same Privileges?
Renowned scholar and African American economist Thomas Sowell said, “Racism isn’t dead, but it is on life support.”
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Let’s Compare: Death Penalty for Whites vs. Blacks
Racial bias is perhaps the most controversial sociopolitical issue that has been distressing the United States for decades.
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Black Unemployment Rate Stays Higher, African-Americans Get Less Jobs
In May 2020, the black unemployment rate stood at 16.8% compared to 12.4% among white Americans.
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Lack of Opportunities in Education in the Black Community
If there is one thing that everyone needs to understand at this point, it is the fact that each person should have access to the same rights established by the law.
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The Black Lives Matter Movement
Social distancing, staying at home, and working from home has become necessary across the globe. But suddenly, countless people came out to the streets of the US in support of the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement.
Global Hemp
The Famous Bulldog Coffeeshop of Amsterdam
The Bulldog Coffeeshop is the most famous and first-ever ‘coffeeshop’ in Amsterdam.
CBD Beverages: A New Consumer Favorite
Cannabidiol or CBD has been a hot topic for decades. It presents many beneficial properties, and some studies are backing it up. Hence, CBD has secured a stable position in the industry of food and drinks. And with the passing of the 2018 Farm Bill, the hemp and CBD industries were given a revival.
David Klein: Stepping Up as the New CEO of Canopy Growth
Former Constellation Brands CEO David Klein replaced Mark Zekulin as CEO of Canopy Growth earlier this year. Canopy’s move makes a lot of sense since Constellation Brands holds an approximately 36% stake in the company. This also hardens up the control of the Corona beer manufacturer on a company where it lost more than $1…
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Meet Leafbuyer: Your One-Stop-Shop for All Things Marijuana
Hemp and cannabis have been somewhat of a taboo subject the last century, but as time goes on, progress is being made and awareness on its benefits and medical uses is spreading. Leafbuyer is one of those companies that helps raise awareness and an educational, resourceful, and informational environment on cannabis whether by providing deals…
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Joy Organics: Discover Its Secrets to Continuous Growth
Joy Organics is a US-based company headquartered in Collins, Colorado, and it is dedicated to sales and distribution of family-friendly CBD products. The company was founded by Joy Smith, who, out of her curiosity to discover the best products to cure her sleep disturbances, stumbled upon CBD. She had tried several products from different brands…
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The Story of Milwaukee-based FAB CBD
FAB CBD made its entry into the cannabis market around October 2017. The company whose headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, currently has about ten employees on its payroll. The founder and CEO of FAB CBD, Josh Delaney, initially started his cannabis journey as a means to help his mother and grandmother. Delaney experimented with different…
Health and Wellness
Psychosis and Hemp: Correlation of Psychotic Disorders and Cannabis
Of all the Schedule-I drugs abused with impunity in the US, cannabis or marijuana occupies the number one spot. There are enough statistics and reports to establish that an increasing number of teenagers and young adults in the US are taking cannabis illicitly with every passing day. As consumption of cannabis by the general populace…
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CBD Beverages: A New Consumer Favorite
Cannabidiol or CBD has been a hot topic for decades. It presents many beneficial properties, and some studies are backing it up. Hence, CBD has secured a stable position in the industry of food and drinks. And with the passing of the 2018 Farm Bill, the hemp and CBD industries were given a revival.
NuLeaf Naturals: Manufacturing the Best Full-Spectrum CBD Oil
NuLeaf Naturals is one of America’s pioneer companies. Founded in 2014, the company is a brainchild of a group of health-conscious plant medicine aficionados. NuLeaf Naturals focuses on providing consumers with a line of CBD products manufactured to promote the consumers’ body and mind healthy.
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Harborside Health Center: Quality, Trust, and Choice
Harborside Health Center, now known as Harborside, was established in 2006. You can find its retail locations in Oakland, San Jose, San Leandro, and Desert Hot Springs, California.
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GW Pharmaceuticals and Its Commitment to Making a Difference
GW Pharmaceuticals has established itself as one of the global leaders in the development of plant-derived cannabinoid therapeutics. They were able to achieve this through their proven drug discovery and development processes, as well as regulatory and manufacturing expertise.
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What You Need to Know About Antiepileptic Drugs and Hemp
According to the UK Epilepsy Society, 30% of people with epilepsy have reported ongoing seizures even after using antiepileptic drugs. While epileptic patients could gain seizure control from the use of antiepileptic drugs, adverse side effects cause discomfort.
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Social Justice
The Different Forms of Gender Discrimination
Gender discrimination happens when an individual or group of individuals receive unequal or unfair treatment based on their gender.
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Converting White Supremacists: You Catch More Flies with Honey
When analyzing the root causes of White supremacism or White nationalism, it is often concluded that these individuals were recruited because they longed for a sense of community and acceptance, combined with misdirected anger due to ignorance.
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Black-Owned Cannabis and CBD Businesses to Support
Nowadays, the Black Lives Matter movement has swept the nation. Similarly, the hemp industry needs black entrepreneurs, executives, cannabis research specialists, and cannabis chefs that can support the industry through their business. Hemp is the cannabis grown especially for fiber. Hemp-derived CBD (cannabidiol) has become legal under federal law, when it is grown according to…
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What Is Universal Health Care And How Does It Work?
Over the years, we have seen the topic of universal health care dominate the news, with a lot of individuals claiming that it’s a basic human right. But what is it exactly, and why do countries need to adopt it?
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Access to Education: Do African Americans Get the Same Privileges?
Renowned scholar and African American economist Thomas Sowell said, “Racism isn’t dead, but it is on life support.”
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Gender Identity: A Basic Understanding
What is gender identity? Today, the media has been covering various issues that can be an eye-opener for some.
