Brazilian City of Goiânia Declares Cannabis Day

This landmark event in Goiânia, approved by the majority of the city council, was chosen to be a Municipal Day of Cannabis Therapy — and a complement to a municipal law that allows for the distribution of cannabis-based medicines citywide. According to Councilwoman...

Isle Of Man Plans $136 Million Facility Off Coast of U.K.

The Isle of Man (located in the middle of the Irish Sea, between Ireland and the U.K.) is attempting to enter the cannabiz, and in a big way. Peel NRE, a local firm, has outlined proposals to build an indoor cultivation facility and is currently asking for views from...

USDA Report Values Hemp Market at $824 Million

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the true value of America’s hemp market—and the numbers are telling. Hemp grown for flower, for instance, was much more valuable than hemp grown for industrial purposes. On the other hand, production levels...