The one and only Dick Fitts is back with another heady and hilarious take on exactly what it takes to wade through a sea of wet hay, midzotics, and straight up boof in his intrepid quest to find nuggets worthy of the effort,
Join us for this multipart series from globetrotting cannabis advocate and guest contributor Sharon Letts for her first-hand insight from days gone by in the Emerald Triangle in Northern California. Part 1 looks at the life and legacy of Lawrence Ringo, the man behind many of the CBD-rich cultivars in circulation today.
Perhaps a new plank to add to cannabis reform moving forward is mandatory continuing education for law enforcement about the cannabis plant itself, the actual research behind it, and of course the local laws that govern it. The thin blue line between ignorance and corruption is not sustainable in a society moving so rapidly toward total cannabis reform.
The truth is, there is no simple answer for this issue but it really is not as big of a problem as the average American thinks it is. We do know that the answer is not more arrests. It is still just about a plant and some freedom and even in the midst of historic cannabis reform from coast to coast, our country still averages one weed arrest every 48 seconds. A vicious cycle that is certainly not in line with the inevitable future of cannabis in this country. But cops don’t care about yesterday or tomorrow, only who they can nail right now, and right now cannabis users are still not safe.
There is really not much to say in opposition to SB 627 if you are an advocate of cannabis and its many healing capabilities. . . BUT, the amount of support that a bill like this can generate among our lawmakers to protect and empower the veterinarians in our society while those same politicians continue to neglect and discourage that same safe access to cannabis for the military veterans in our society is unacceptable. The fact that a 21 year old will be able to walk into a pet store and purchase THC-infused treats for a pet but a 21-year old military vet is not afforded those same rights for their own well-being is embarrassing.
Though we are on an inevitable course toward nationwide cannabis legalization, what will it look like? Will we still find ways to arrest hundreds of thousands of people each year for it? Will we still see National Guard helicopters thundering through the most rural regions of the Emerald Triangle? The sad truth is, as long as these capitalist companies are able to pour millions of dollars into national politics each year just by foraging the spare change out of their sofas, we are bound to see dimebag busts continue to be about as far as most cops are willing to go to protect and serve.
A warm Beard Bros. Pharms welcome to our new contributor, Oregon’s own Dick Fitts. If you are not familiar with this dude’s background well just … ok maybe don’t google that name but let’s just say this multi-talented fella has been around the plant for quite some time and he certainly knows a thing or two about a thing or two. We are stoked he is down to share his personal insights with all of us with a unique edge and a passion for cannabis that we can definitely relate to. We’re sure you’ll enjoy his style as much as we do.
We do not support or endorse the entirety of the language in AB 228 but if that is the direction the market is going then the compliance standards that cannabis companies are being held to must be imposed on hemp brands as well. If hemp-derived CBD brands want to jump in these shark-infested waters, they should have to swim for shore or drown just like the rest of us.
As Canada’s cannabis industry comes down off an eight month high, it will be interesting to see if they continue to import California’s culture-killing business model as their national market expands and our regional one waits for Washington D.C. to wake up.
Product Earth Expo-Fest is totally unique in the UK, being the only Hemp and CBD event that highlights the complete business ecosystem of this amazing plant, its many varieties, derivatives and uses. From agricultural, industrial and medicinal, to production, wholesale and retail, it is the leading UK showcase for this rapidly evolving and exciting industry.
Hempcon was created to showcase the community of world class cannabis vendors, competitions, and entertainment. Whether you are interested in collectives, delivery services, legal services, hydroponics, equipment, fertilizer, associations, or anything else cannabis Hempcon has you covered.
The Cannabis Chemistry Subdivision (CANN) of the American Chemical Society (ACS) is hosting a networking event to connect research, academic, and industry professionals in the field of cannabis science. This event is open to everyone and food and drinks will be provided.
Hempcon was created to showcase the community of world class cannabis vendors, competitions, and entertainment. Whether you are interested in collectives, delivery services, legal services, hydroponics, equipment, fertilizer, associations, or anything else cannabis Hempcon has you covered.
This is a great opportunity for those who are already paving the way in the cannabis industry to promote their existing business, sell their products and engage directly with consumers. The NJ cannabis convention will also serve as a place for newcomers to learn more about the cannabiz market, network with growers, consumers and investors, and learn about what cannabis legalization means for NJ.
Do you have a criminal conviction on your record and would like a no-cost attorney to assist you in removing these items? Attorneys will be onsite providing relief in: Expungements, Prop 64 record clearing, Prop 47 resentencing, Gang Documentation Relief, Gang Injunction Relief, Reclassifying felonies to misdemeanors… and more!
At the ReLeaf Medicanna Summit 2019, the leading medical, science, legal, business and policy experts from the forefront of the cannabis healthcare revolution will gather to discuss the opportunities at the new frontier. The cannabis and CBD healthcare revolution has begun. Are you ready? Be inspired by the most dynamic, most credible cannabis health, legal, policy and business experts in America. ReLeaf Medicanna Summit 2019 has set the goal of informing the public about the future and benefits of medical cannabis and CBD. Join them to explore the possibilities of this exciting new industry.
The CannGrow Expo Oklahoma is designed to bring together industry leaders within the commercial grow sector looking to learn best practices and new technology solutions for growing. Taking place in an intimate setting with limited companies per category, the structure of the expo allows for maximum exposure for exhibitors.
Hempcon was created to showcase the community of world class cannabis vendors, competitions, and entertainment. Whether you are interested in collectives, delivery services, legal services, hydroponics, equipment, fertilizer, associations, or anything else cannabis Hempcon has you covered.
The 8th large scale, bi-annual Kushstock Festival in Southern California featuring…FREE General Admission 21+ • VIP Ticket option • Licensed Cannabis Retailers • Food Vendors • Live music & so much more!
There are dozens of valid reasons why we need to legalize cannabis federally. We are proud to know and support some of the most influential cannabis advocates who are fighting every day to make sure that those reasons get satisfied by an eventual, inevitable effort to legalize weed nationwide. Rushing that process now, after so much time and effort has been put into it, could be catastrophic for the cannabis culture as we know it. The last thing we need is a 50-state version of Prop 64. . . or worse.