Tag Cannabis

Cannabis Open Source

These collaborative initiatives leverage the power of community-driven development to push the boundaries of the cannabis industry. This article provides an in-depth look at some of the most innovative open source cannabis projects, their goals, and how they’re shaping the…

Cannabis Test – What a cannabis test finds

THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the active ingredient in cannabis that produces the “high”. Cannabis tests therefore attempt to detect THC or its breakdown products such as THC-carboxylic acid (THC-COOH) in the body. These degradation products are also known as metabolites. At…

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)

When it comes to the hemp plant, the term tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) often comes up. The psychoactive substance is the most popular representative among the cannabinoids. Formerly outlawed as an intoxicant, the substance is becoming increasingly important in medicine. Numerous complaints…

Hemp plants – what makes the plant so valuable

The hemp plant, also known as cannabis, is one of the oldest and most versatile crops in the world. With a rich history spanning thousands of years, hemp has found its place in various cultures and industries. From medical applications…

If beer in Germany were regulated like cannabis

From April 1, 2024, the private possession and cultivation of cannabis will be decriminalized in Germany, as long as certain rules and limits are observed. From July 1, cannabis clubs (“cultivation associations”) will be added. In contrast, the open sale…

Curaleaf takes over Northern Green Canada (NGC)

Curaleaf has announced the acquisition of Canadian cannabis producer Northern Green Canada (NGC), a strategic move to further expand the company in Europe and Australasia. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of this year and is…

Hemp

The success story came to an abrupt end at the beginning of the 20th century. What is behind the history of hemp, how is the plant cultivated and what are the possible applications in the field of medicine? The demand…

Cannabis legalization in Germany – two-pillar model

Federal Minister of Health Prof. Karl Lauterbach and Federal Minister of Agriculture Cem Özdemir jointly present new key points. Comprehensive legalization is off the table for the time being. Instead, a 2-pillar model is now planned called the “Club Cultivation…