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WednesdayMay 11, 2022 12:00 pm

Alternative Products Expo At Medellin, Colombia, To Promote The Local Business Community

Alternative Products Expo is coming to Medellín, Colombia, on May 21-22nd 2022. A leading organizer in the alternative industry, they’re committed to serving the community and strive to provide an exciting learning experience in a safe and conducive environment. For one, exhibitors can showcase their products, expand their market reach, and get discovered by investors and industry professionals. Sponsored by JuicyFields.io, this event is expecting 100+ vendors and 1000+ products, including other sponsoring brands such as LightFire & EZ Delta 8 Wholesale. A one-of-a-kind networking event, at Alt Pro Expo, buyers and investors seeking profitable avenues can discover some of…

WednesdayMay 11, 2022 9:00 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp.’s (NASDAQ: LEXX) DehydraTECH(TM) Technology Influencing the Pharmaceutical Industry

Lexaria began its human clinical study on oral nicotine alternatives, evaluating the effectiveness of its DehydraTECH-nicotine pouch performance Earlier in the year, the company also announced the commencement of its HYPER-H21-4 human clinical study on the effectiveness of DehydraTECH-processed CBD for hypertension treatment Lexaria has also made some significant progress in the use of its technology for the enhanced delivery of antiviral drugs It hopes that before the end of 2022, it will have built sufficient data to effect meaningful industry progress and sustainable increases in valuation Lexaria Bioscience (NASDAQ: LEXX), since its inception, has been pushing the boundaries of…

WednesdayMay 11, 2022 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Momentum Builds to Pass Marijuana Banking Bill in Senate

The number of Democratic and Republican senators showing their support for including marijuana banking in the COMPETES Act is growing, and this suggests that not all is lost in regards to enacting a marijuana policy reform this year. It should be noted that the marijuana banking bill was left out of the Senate version of the Innovation & Competitiveness Bill approved by the Senate, but it was included in the version passed by the House of Representatives. A bicameral conference has been established to work on the language of the final text, which will be forwarded to the desk of…

TuesdayMay 10, 2022 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — GOP Congressman Wants Committee Hearing on FDA’s Failure to Enact CBD Rules

The top-ranking Republican on a crucial House committee has written a letter to the committee chair requesting that a hearing be scheduled so that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) can explain why it hasn’t established regulations for CBD products as well as the Delta-8 THC products that are currently abundant on the market. Representative James Comer from Kentucky wants the Oversight and Reform Committee of the House to analyze why the FDA has failed to exercise its oversight/regulatory function over the different products made from hemp, particularly CBD products. The GOP lawmaker adds that as a result of…

TuesdayMay 10, 2022 12:45 pm

O’Cannabiz Conference Expo & Awards to Feature a Broad Spectrum of Cannabis Products and Services

ND Supplies presents the 3-day O’Cannabiz Conference Expo & Awards, June 1-3, 2022, at the Toronto International Centre this year. Voted the No. 1 Cannabis Event in Canada by High Canada Magazine, the O’Cannabiz International Conference returns as an in-person event, after being canceled last year. The event organizers are thankful to the partners, sponsors, and exhibitors for their patience and co-operation. The event is being touted as the most sort after cannabis conference in North America featuring Cannabis trade shows, retail summits, awards functions along with global-level networking opportunities among the veterans and dignitaries of the cannabis spectrum in Canada.…

TuesdayMay 10, 2022 4:20 am

420 with CNW — UNM Study Suggests Cannabis Can Combat Fatigue

According to a data analysis conducted by a team of researchers at the University of New Mexico, cannabis flower can do a much better job of boosting your energy levels than other common substances such as energy drinks or coffee. Those substances are traditionally used to get a lift when energy levels are down. The team looked at the real-time data availed by medical marijuana users who have the Releaf app, an application through which cannabis users can track the marijuana products that they use and the effects that those products trigger. This study is important because many health conditions…

MondayMay 09, 2022 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Cannabis Degrees: Industry at Crossroads on Making Hiring Decisions

One of the trends in the cannabis sector is the growing number of higher education institutions offering cannabis courses at all levels, including degree programs. This trend comes at a time when another trend — doing away with college degree qualifications — is sweeping through the human resources field. So should or shouldn’t marijuana companies hire people with college degrees? For starters, those arguing against college degrees in the cannabis industry or anywhere else say that those degrees create a widening divide that locks out a huge majority of people from the lucrative job opportunities available. Statistics show that a…

MondayMay 09, 2022 11:15 am

BizCann Expo Visits Medellin, Gathering Local Cannabis Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and Industry Leaders

BizCann Expo, a leading business and networking event, is happy to announce their next event in Medellin, Colombia! Taking place this May 21-22, 2022 at the city’s Plaza Mayor, this event is open to cannabis professionals, startups, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts! Featuring the industry’s leading figures and service providers, participants can enjoy networking and building relationships with like-minded professionals. Exhibitors can showcase their ideas and skills to an enthusiastic audience, and connect with eager investors. A massive forum for collaborations, young entrepreneurs seeking guidance can network with tons of industry leaders. New businesses looking for fresh avenues and useful business tips,…

MondayMay 09, 2022 10:30 am

Lift&Co’s Expo 2022 to Host the Canadian Cannabis Industry’s Leading Luminaries

Lift&Co, widely recognized as the hub for the Canadian cannabis industry, is gearing up to host Lift&Co. Expo Toronto on May 12-15, 2022 (Exhibits Open May 13-15). Set to be held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Canada’s premiere industry event for cannabis professionals, investors, consumers and the media will welcome over 150 expert speakers, upwards of 150 exhibitors and thousands of attendees over the course of four days. Lift&Co. Expo Toronto 2022 will be divided into multiple segments. First, the Lift Cannabis Business Conference (“LCBC”) on May 12 brings an exclusive, full-day conference gathering together Canada’s top business leaders,…

MondayMay 09, 2022 9:45 am

Advanced Container Technologies Inc. (ACTX) Offers New Tech with GrowPod Automated, Indoor Micro-Farms

Innovators in food supply field have been developing new technologies such as indoor farms These game-changing micro-farms can be built anywhere ACTX is the exclusive distributor of GrowPods in the United States With global supply chain issues grabbing headlines and impacting almost every industry, potential solutions in any sector are certain to capture attention. Hence Advanced Container Technologies (OTC: ACTX), the exclusive U.S. distributor of GrowPods, is definitely seeing interest in the environmentally controlled micro-farms that allow cultivation of ultraclean crops year-round. “Land preservation and regenerative organic agriculture practices are critical to solving food insecurity and combating climate change,” reported…