Key Takeaways In cannabis culture, 710 is the holiday for concentrates. It lands every year on July 10, written as 7/10, and it celebrates cannabis
NORTH AMERICA – The data is in, and it points in one clear direction: people who drink THC beverages are drinking a lot less alcohol.
American cannabis did not become sophisticated because the industry had it easy. It became sophisticated because the industry had no other choice. For nearly a
NORTH AMERICA – The DEA’s long-awaited marijuana rescheduling hearing starts today, and the cannabis industry is once again being told to hold its breath while
They happen over coffee before the doors open. They happen at dinners, networking events, and late-night gatherings where operators finally have a chance to talk
EUROPE, GERMANY – Germany did not legalize cannabis like California, Colorado, Missouri, Massachusetts, or any of the other U.S. states that built adult-use retail markets
For over a century, America’s approach to cannabis has been misguided. We started by criminalizing the plant. Then, as states began to acknowledge the failure
We have been warning people about this for a long time: Schedule III cannabis is not cannabis legalization. It is not federal legalization, it is
There is an old saying in cultivation that every problem eventually shows up in the root zone. You can have the best genetics in the
Cannabis reform in America has a bad habit of showing up dressed like progress while carrying a briefcase full of loopholes. The latest example is
Mastering the art of the pivot within the evolving landscape of cannabis culture has been a masterclass in resilience. As a former legacy operator, how
Men are dying earlier. That is not a slogan, a scare tactic, or a gloomy stat dropped into a wellness campaign to make everyone sit
Cannabis rescheduling has been treated like a finish line by some, a trap door by others, and a giant federal shrug by anyone who has
EUROPE, GERMANY – Germany didn’t legalize cannabis the way most people expected. There are no national adult-use dispensary chains, no Amsterdam-style coffeeshop scene, and no
The WNBA officially removed marijuana from its prohibited substances list under their new Collective Bargaining Agreement executed on May 222nd. The CBA ends routine cannabis
The U.S. Sentencing Commission (USSC) reported just 383 federal marijuana trafficking cases in fiscal year 2025, a 62% drop from FY 2021 and the lowest
The cannabis industry has a fragmentation problem that everyone acknowledges and almost nobody fixes. Policy people and culture people are in the same industry but
Cannabis cups and competitions have proliferated in recent years especially in states with legal markets, but in Northern California’s Emerald Triangle, they have long been
For years, the cannabis industry has been forced to live inside one of the most absurd contradictions in American law. States license cannabis businesses. States
Washington cannabis is not an easy market to survive. Operators across the state have dealt with tight margins, heavy competition, changing consumer behavior, and a
Most people do not need another hot take about cannabis, CBD, or plant medicine. They need a trusted place to start, especially when the question
Older adults are officially the fastest-growing demographic of cannabis consumers in the United States. Walk into any dispensary right now, and you are just as
Freedom Grow, a grassroots, all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting cannabis prisoners and their families, is entering a new phase of impact, bridging advocacy, community,
EUROPE, GERMANY – For decades, international drug treaties have been used as a shield against cannabis legalization. Politicians, regulators, and prohibition advocates across the world
For decades, the federal government insisted cannabis had no accepted medical value and belonged in the same legal category as heroin. That claim fueled arrests,
Public opinion on marijuana is undergoing a massive transformation. For decades, outdated stereotypes and heavy-handed propaganda shaped how people viewed the plant. Now, those old
History has a funny way of circling back around—especially in the cannabis industry. It doesn’t replay events exactly the same way, but if you pay
Some strains come with hype. Others come with history. Very few come with both and still manage to evolve into something entirely new. Over the
The cannabis industry has always talked a big game about justice, equity, and “giving back.” Now there’s a way to actually do it, every single
For years, the conversation around taking tiny amounts of substances has centered heavily on psychedelics like psilocybin and LSD. It turns out the narrative missed
The war on cannabis is effectively over in the court of public opinion. We are no longer debating whether the plant should be legal. Instead,
The cannabis industry has a marketing problem. Walk into almost any modern dispensary, and the branding screams youth culture. Neon packaging, influencer endorsements, and aggressive
The cannabis industry has been waiting for a major federal policy shift for decades. On Thursday, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signed an executive order
There’s a certain feeling you get when you’re standing on a real cannabis farm in Northern California. Not the Instagram version of it, not the
Northern Thailand borders the Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet; a region frequently cited by researchers for its agricultural diversity and rugged terrain.
Some people who are out of touch may assume that enjoying a cannabis pre-roll or joint in the evening guarantees a groggy, unfocused morning. This
Crossing a state line in the United States can feel like entering a completely different dimension. The patchwork of US cannabis laws means a plant
As the floor awaited its first introduction, handshake, or badge scan, Xylem Robotics was already setting the tone for Hall of Flowers Ventura 2026. The
When business, community, and compassion come together in the cannabis industry, the results can be powerful. Few events embody that better than the Vlasic Classic
Cannabis Events: The Beating Heart of the Cannabis Industry The cannabis industry does not follow the slow and steady rhythm of traditional markets. Instead, it
When you pick up a prescription at the pharmacy, you usually have no idea who made it. You know the company name, but you don’t
In August of 2022, deputies from the Adams County Sheriff’s Office in Ohio executed a search warrant at the home of Joseph Foreman, better known
Every year, April 20th hits the cannabis industry like a surge of energy that few other days can match. Dispensaries prepare for weeks in advance,
As the cannabis industry continues to grow across the United States, the importance of strong media coverage and storytelling has never been greater. From journalists
The Travel The Cannabis Trail Cooperative Program — in partnership with Visit Oakland and Visit Mendocino County and Humboldt County Visitors Bureau — has won
Before the doors opened at the Ventura County Fairgrounds… before the jars were cracked and the deals were pitched… before the buyers started circling booths
The 2026 Mendo Cup is accepting entry applications from local farmers now through April 8th. The Mendo Cup awards presentation and celebration will be held
Johannesburg, South Africa — The South African Pharmaceutical Expo (SAPHEX) will be held at the Sandton Convention Centre on March 25-26, 2026, affirming its role
Maui Wowie is one of the few strains whose name predates modern branding cycles and still carries credibility. It represents a bridge between landrace cultivation
Strawberry Cough strain represents an important pivot in cannabis history when aroma and flavor began to command as much attention as potency. Long before dessert
LA Confidential represents a period in cannabis breeding when indoor cultivation efficiency and structural refinement were priorities. While some strains rose through underground lore or
What I’m Watching for at Hall of Flowers Ventura Happy birthday, Hall of Flowers. Fifteen editions in and something about this one feels different before
If you know even half the story behind Life Is Not Grape, you understand that the brand didn’t come gift-wrapped. It came wrapped in lawsuits,
Tangie represents a moment in cannabis history when citrus emerged from legacy landrace influence and became a defining flavor category of the modern era. Its
Some trade shows feel like obligation. Hall of Flowers feels like momentum. In March 2026, the cannabis industry returns to the Ventura County Fairgrounds for
If you have been in cannabis long enough, you know this simple truth. Tech in this industry either makes your life easier or it makes
When most people think of Missouri, cannabis policy is not the first thing that comes to mind. The state is widely regarded as politically conservative,
Purple Haze occupies a rare space in cannabis history where mythology, music, and genetics intersect. It is one of the most culturally referenced strains ever,
The 2026 California Cannabis Awards (CCA) has officially opened its submission window—and this year, it may carry more weight than ever. After all, the state’s
Wedding Cake represents a defining moment in modern cannabis breeding when genetic refinement, resin production, and terpene complexity aligned with commercial scalability. Emerging in the
Gorilla Glue #4, now widely referred to simply as GG4, represents a turning point in modern cannabis where resin production and potency became central markers
Long before cannabis had compliance departments, standardized operating procedures, or access to institutional capital, it had problem-solvers. Early operators didn’t just grow a plant, they
On February 15, 2026, Kathmandu pulsed with a kind of energy that cannot be replicated, only experienced. Maha Shivaratri, the Great Night of Shiva, returned
In an industry defined by rapid change, consolidation, and constant regulatory pressure, longevity is one of the rarest accomplishments in cannabis. In 2025, Nature’s Grace
In the early 2010s, you could find Mario Guzman growing high-grade cannabis in a garage on 20th Avenue in the Sunset District of San Francisco.
Across the United States, lawmakers are rushing to ban hemp-derived cannabinoids. Delta-8, Delta-10, THCA flower, and other hemp-derived products have triggered a wave of emergency
I arrived at a Los Angeles dispensary with a consumption lounge, parked in their lot, and walked to the entrance. I handed over my ID
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is once again in the spotlight, but this time, the messaging feels more conflicted than ever. While the White House
The modern conversation around cannabis often treats intoxication as a recent phenomenon, as if high-THC cannabis is a product of contemporary breeding or modern excess.
While psychedelics have been in the spotlight for their potential to treat various medical indications like PTSD and anxiety, their potential to amplify creativity and
Let’s be clear right out of the gate. Our Friday Sesh Newsletter here at Beard Bros Pharms, is not for everyone. In fact, that exclusivity
Cannabis conversations used to live in the shadows. They happened in garages, at kitchen tables, and in the back rooms of legacy grows. Then, slowly,
Sour Diesel is more than a strain. It is a time stamp. It represents a specific era in East Coast cannabis culture when underground networks,
AK-47 stands as one of the most enduring examples of how thoughtful hybridization can produce balance without sacrificing identity. Despite a name that suggests intensity,
Pineapple Express occupies a unique place in cannabis history as one of the first strains to cross fully into mainstream pop culture while still maintaining
Cannabis is a global industry, and the event circuit reflects that reality. If you’ve spent any time on the conference floor—whether it’s in Berlin, New
Media networks live or die by the voices behind the mic. In cannabis, credibility isn’t something you can manufacture. It’s earned through time, experience, and
Granddaddy Purple occupies a special place in cannabis history as one of the strains that helped define California’s relationship with indica-dominant genetics. While many influential
Founded by women, for women, Normalize Marketplace has curated the tools, resources, products, and community to end the negative stigma surrounding CBD, THC, and other
The Gelato strain represents a moment when California cannabis fully came into its own as a mature cultural and agricultural force. It did not emerge
Most cannabis newsletters say they’re here to educate, inform, or add value. Most of them end up recycling the same headlines, softening the same talking
For more than two centuries, The Old Farmer’s Almanac has held a trusted place in American life. Long before weather apps, search engines, or social
The Blue Dream strain occupies a rare position in cannabis history. It is one of the few strains that successfully bridged underground culture, medical cannabis,
Showing up big at an industry event matters. Booth design, staffing, programming, and on site engagement all influence how a brand is perceived in the
Super Silver Haze represents a peak moment in modern cannabis history when breeding, competition, and culture converged. It emerged during the late 1990s as one
Amnesia Haze represents a moment when cannabis culture began to move faster across borders than ever before. It did not originate from a single region
The Durban Poison strain holds a unique position in cannabis history as one of the few widely known strains that remains closely tied to its
More than fifty years before today’s debates over rescheduling cannabis, the United States government already had its answer. Not a theory. Not an activist argument.
Chemdog is one of the most important strains in modern cannabis history, not because it was carefully planned or professionally bred, but because it emerged
The modern war on cannabis did not begin with science. It began with fear, politics, and control. In 1970, President Richard Nixon signed the Controlled
OG Kush is one of the most influential cannabis strains in modern history. It did not come from a laboratory or a seed catalog. It
Jack Herer is one of the few cannabis strains whose name carries meaning far beyond cultivation. It represents not only a genetic milestone but also
White Widow is one of the most recognized names in modern cannabis history. For many growers and consumers around the world, it served as an
Skunk #1 stands as a milestone in the history of cannabis. While many strains have earned recognition for their flavor, potency or cultural moments, very
Indoor cannabis cultivation has never been about convenience. It has always been about adaptation—about learning how to replicate the sun when the sun was no
Hindu Kush is one of the oldest and most culturally significant cannabis strains in the world. It comes from a region where the plant has
Marilyn Manson’s 1998 anthem wasn’t just about drugs—it was about commodification. About how society fetishizes rebellion, packages it, sells it back to you, then discards
The festivities for the Christmas Holidays are taking center stage out in the community. The celebration of hope, family get togethers, and present-giving is what
Afghan Kush is one of the most important foundational strains in the global cannabis story. It represents a line of cannabis that developed in one
There are moments in cannabis history that get framed as progress because they feel better than what came before. They look like movement, sound like
