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“ … it’s the motivated, hard-working individuals who put the most heart into their creations that ultimately grab the connoisseur’s eye.” I have a mixed love affair with cannabis concentrates. You can find concentrate in all of your favorite products, from edibles to tinctures or balms. When properly formulated, cannabis products made from concentrates are a blissful experience. Well-made edibles taste delicious and offer a consistent, predictable dose. A carefully crafted cannabis salve or balm isn’t oily or smelly but absorbs rapidly while easing aches and pains. For those fortunate to live in an adult-use state, you’re familiar with the variety of products available to the cannabis consumer, with nearly all but flower crafted from concentrate. Then there are the poorly made products. Be it balms with greasy cannabis oil…

1 Regenerative Cannabis Live Let‘s kick off these event wrap ups at the United Nations building in New York City. Over 200 people from various disciplines and backgrounds from around the world came together to discuss how the cannabis industry can align with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Powerhouse speakers and panels with tons of star power were only eclipsed by the magnitude of being at the UN. Considering all the history associated with cannabis and hemp prohibition around the world, it was powerful to see the focus shift toward solving worldwide problems and getting people out of poverty and prison. Regennabis, an advisory and investment services firm, hosted the event. Learn more about its work in this issues ESG department (p. 32). 2 Emerald Cup Awards The 18th Annual…

We’ve come a long way since the days of pot brownies being the go-to (and only) edible available on the “market” — the market being your brother’s roommate’s basement bakery. The edibles industry has flourished in the last decade, with new combinations of gummies, cookies, hard candies, mints, and even beverages hitting the market. At this point, you’re probably familiar with edibles, concentrates, and beverages, but have you heard about dissolvables? Ripple is a Colorado-based edibles company that harnesses the fast-acting power of dissolvable powders with the healing, anti-inflammatory power of cannabis. For medical users who need quick relief, Ripple is a gamechanger. Co-Founder Justin Singer received the epiphany that would become Ripple after trying to find a way to help his grandmother medicate in a safe, effective way. “She…

// BUSINESS INNOVATIONS // Presented By As the leaves change from deep greens to hues of yellow and red, New York State will open the doors to its first conditional adult-use cannabis dispensaries. Lulu Tsui will experience the historic shift from her neighborhood in Brooklyn. She splits her time between her home on the East Coast and her community in Oakland, California. She’ll likely visit New York’s first legal shops wearing a chic scarf and a wide-brimmed hat, her piercing brown eyes seeking opportunities to build community and connections. Tsui (pronounced “Sway”) is the co-founder and chief experience officer at On The Revel, a company centered around education, networking, and community-building for the cannabis sector. It hosts a recurring in-person event called Revelry and offers an online membership community, Dope…

Established in 2017, Luna Cultivation works to meet the needs of growers across North America. It partners with lighting manufacturers across the U.S. to ensure growers have access to fully vetted lighting and electrical solutions. Oklahoma is one of the largest concentrations of growers in the country — it costs just $2,500 to apply for a cultivation license. With such fierce competition, it’s vital growers partner with companies prioritizing efficiency from the start. Luna offers building plan reviews where their team reviews a grower’s overall building floor plan to help them better understand each area of grow space as it relates to the life stage of the plants. It also provides lighting design tools and consultation to ensure growers develop an optimal lighting plan. Additionally, the Luna team offers assistance…

When President George W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990, a new era of civil rights for the disabled was born. New buildings were required to be handicap accessible and discrimination against the disabled was banned. And as of 2021, it also means websites must be ADA-compliant. But not all websites are bound by the ADA, only those considered a ‘place of public accommodation,’ according to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). Cannabis e-commerce sites fall into this category and retailers could face stiff penalties if found non-compliant. What is a Place of Public Accommodation? On March 18, the DOJ issued updated promulgations on website accessibility based on the ADA. The ADA’s requirements apply to all goods, services, privileges, or other activities offered by public accommodations,…

Serves 4, 5mg. THC per serving I highly recommend making a double or triple recipe for the infused oil. Drizzle it on pizza, soups, fresh vegetables, and salad. You can change the herbs and spices to fit your palate. Some crushed red pepper might be nice, as would some dill or mint — it’s all up to you. What You’ll Need: 4 slices lightly toasted bread 4 teaspoons canna-oil 4 teaspoons good quality olive oil 1 small garlic clove, gently crushed ¼ teaspoon coarse salt ¼ teaspoon coarse black pepper 2 strips lemon peel ½ cup whole milk ricotta 2 ripe avocados 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste Directions: 1. Place the bread slices on your work surface. 2. In a small jar, combine the canna-oil…

As the world sweats through a record-breaking heatwave, Cannabis & Tech Today is taking time to reflect on the past few months. We celebrated the 100th episode of our award-winning podcast Cannabis Tech Talks this August. To hear which industry elite sat down with our crew for the historic moment, check out cannatechtoday.com/podcasts. Our humble publication also launched CBDTV this spring. The streaming channel features inspiring cannabis content, from innovator profiles to celebrity interviews. Curated from the best of the Emerge Virtual Cannabis Conference, CBDTV’s 24-hour-a-day coverage of all things cannabis is helping usher in a new era of acceptance for the once-maligned herb. Follow the conversation on Roku and Amazon with more platforms coming soon. Innovative Properties Worldwide CEO Charles Warner has toured the globe since spring. He touched…

The cannabis industry is characterized by regulatory uncertainty and volatility. State-by-state variation, frequent updates to the rules of the road, and an ongoing “will they or won’t they” federal stance have made it clear that this is not an industry for the risk-averse or the timid. Add to that a relative newcomer on the scene, delta-8 THC. Over the past two years, federal courts have wrestled with the legal status of hemp-derived THC products. The legalization of hemp derivatives and extracts in the 2018 Farm Bill, combined with the capacity to derive delta-8 THC in psychoactively potent amounts, has created a gray zone. Companies are allowed to manufacture and sell products that mimic the effect of a cannabis high without all the legal and regulatory hurdles that accompany cannabis. How…

Standardization, regulation, compliance, and licensing — the Four Horsemen of the Cannabis Apocalypse — are topics that are never too far away during cannabis industry discussions. With the ongoing absence of federal legalization in the U.S., no matter where one sits on the cannabis value chain, the reliance on a non-uniform, state-by-state approach to each of these business-critical issues continues to be a burden. As more states and jurisdictions legalize cannabis consumption for both medical and recreational use, the need for a uniform approach to regulation is now imperative. And for those involved in cannabis extraction and the subsequent manufacturing of concentrates, perhaps this need has never been greater. Spoiler alert — this article will not be delivering a panacea for these collective ills. Sorry! That said, with the increasing…

Jesús Burrola takes a hands-off approach to farming, but that doesn't mean he's disengaged. As chief executive officer for Posibl, he's leveraging state-of-the-art automation technology to bring smart greenhouses to a nationwide audience. Posibl’s pesticide-free, climate-controlled greenhouses use less water per pound than traditional indoor grows and are three times more energy efficient. The company's motto is, “With good will and great work, anything is Posibl.” “The business concept behind Posibl was to become an empowerer of brands and set up the best cultivation we possibly could,” Burrola told Cannabis & Tech Today during a recent interview. This dedication to quality cultivation enabled Posibl to partner with 15 of the largest cannabis brands in the United States. The company sells under its name and sells its flower to other brands…

// BUSINESS INNOVATIONS // Presented By Calling cannabis compliance “complex” would be a major understatement. Navigating the everchanging regulatory landscape while adhering to strict and often subjective rules can be extremely difficult and frustrating, especially when an operator‘s license is on the line. Many cannabis companies have been subjected to serious fines or license revocations due to violations. Mistakes can vary from lacking proper security to disregarding customer privacy at the retail level. Improper labeling, selling over the legal limit, or failing to keep accurate records are also common, yet preventable errors that could spell certain doom for a cannabis business. Rootwurks is a new learning experience platform that raises the bar for cannabis education while ensuring operators remain compliant as the industry changes. Developed with Vicente Sederberg — industry…

No one wants to lose product to theft. It’s costly and puts business owners in a position to prove they were following proper regulations when the product was stolen. It’s the operator’s responsibility to “deter and prevent unauthorized entrance” into areas containing cannabis. Further, “Commercial licensees are responsible for the security of all marijuana items on the licensed premises or all marijuana items in their possession during transit.” With the cannabis industry in Oklahoma booming, security is a key player. The team at Morse Watchmans has been helping businesses with safety and security since 1882. They have been in the field of key control since 1993 when they developed the KeyWatcher, the first standalone key management system that electronically releases keys to authorized users. The original system allowed keys to…

Mike Tyson is a man of many talents, but one particular set of skills is heralded above all others by his fans — the ability to knock highly trained heavyweight fighters to the ground. With a record of 50 wins (44 by knockout) and only six losses in his career, it’s no wonder many boxing pundits consider him one of the greatest of all time. In his prime, it’s hard to argue anyone could have taken down “the baddest man on the planet.” But such singular focus on organized violence can wear on the psyche. According to Tyson, if the beast within him comes out “hell comes with it.” The former heavyweight champion has been candid about his struggle with his temper, stating in a recent interview with Cannabis &…

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Rachelle Gordon is a cannabis and psychedelics writer dedicated to educating the masses on the powers of plant medicine. She is especially interested in the potential these compounds have with regard to the treatment of neurological disorders. A graduate of Hamline University in Saint Paul, Rachelle currently splits her time between Minneapolis and Oakland. Her favorite cultivars include Tangie, GMO, and Lemon Haze. In this issue, Gordon looks at two companies innovating the cannabis space, from compliance to concentrates (p. 48, 60). Mark Masters is Colorado’s 2nd Cleanest Comedian. He runs the monthly Vail Comedy Show and the Vail Comedy Festival every Memorial Day Weekend in Vail, Colorado. He tours the country performing anywhere he can, often at comedy clubs and sometimes at dog birthday parties. He can be reached…

Cannabigerolic acid ➤ A foundational cannabinoid, which when exposed to heat, converts to CBD, THC, and CBG. ➤ Present in small amounts in most cannabis plants ➤ Currently being researched for the following benefits: ❂ Pain Relief ❂ Reduces Nausea ❂ Treats Glaucoma ❂ Slows the Spread of Cancer Cells ❂ Fights Inflammation ➤ Non-Psychoactive Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabivarin ➤ Currently being researched for the following benefits: ❂ Appetite Suppressant ❂ Increases Metabolism ❂ Treating Inflammation ❂ Treating Epilepsy ❂ Treating Parkinson's Disease ❂ Regulating Blood Glucose ❂ Treating Skin Disorders including: ✦ Acne ✦ Psoriasis ✦ Pigmentation Disorders ✦ Skin Tumors ✦ Atopic Dermatitis ➤ Non-Psychoactive Cannabichromene ➤ Currently being researched for the following benefits: ❂ Acne Treatment and Prevention ❂ Inhibits Growth of Cancer Cells ❂ Prevention and Treatment of Osteoarthritis…

Research from Vantage predicts America’s CBD market will reach $47.22 billion by 2028. People use hemp-derived CBD on their skin, in drinks, and even give it to pets. While hemp oil is safe, is it created safely? Hemp oil extraction often involves chemical solvents such as butane or ethanol — both are flammable and potentially explosive. Once extracted, any remaining biomass must be discarded as hazardous waste. These solvent-based processes, while popular, are not the only way to derive CBD from hemp. More sustainable and eco-friendly options are starting to find a place in the commercial market. Oil Infusion for a Cleaner Concentrate Left Hand Technologies in Boulder, Colorado recently started offering infusion equipment to hemp farmers. This process requires zero solvents and captures 90% of the phytochemicals in the…

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// BUSINESS INNOVATIONS // Presented By For distributors and retailers, cannabis packaging can be a headache. There are myriad compliance issues to contend with including labeling and tracking, and logistical challenges such as shipping units from other countries during a time of COVID-related supply chain chaos. Packaging must also be child-resistant, yet easy enough for patients with physical ailments such as arthritis to open. Cannabis is a well-documented and efficacious anti-seizure medication, and patients experiencing seizures need to have immediate and easy access to their flower or concentrate.. An industry secret that the average medical cannabis patient may not be aware of is that traditional packaging such as Mylar bags or plastic containers let oxygen and light into the product, resulting in a loss of flower and net weight. Retailers…

Cannabis culture has always been about community. Sharing favorite strains with friends, helping patients access the medicine they need, or even advancing sustainable practices through hemp — all promote the notion of putting people and the planet first. Dip Devices is one company on a mission to improve our world one dab at a time. Makers of innovative direct-to-extract vaporizers, Dip Devices puts accessibility and social impact at the forefront of everything they do. Intending to make concentrates more approachable while simultaneously giving back to a variety of non-profits, the brand has been a consistent role model for others in the industry in their quest to repair the world. This ethos has always been the priority for CEO Mike Bologna and his business partners. After forming cannabis-centric strategic consulting firm…

BETTING ON BUDS IN NEVADA The cannabis scene in Las Vegas is hot! We’re doubling down on all the City of Lights has to offer in this issue’s Tech Zone. Which companies are a sure bet and who will emerge as the Whales of Nevada’s cannabis elite? It’s not just an insider’s look at all the technology and science shaping the scene, it’s a jackpot of investor insights! MARKETING MASTERMINDS What does it take to become a social media influencer? We’ll speak with the cannabis industry’s most influential Tik-Tokers, IGers, and YouTubers to discover their secrets to social media gold. How do they choose which products to feature? Is there such a thing as too much content? Stop guessing and start learning with these trending marketing insights. DISPENSARY DOMINATION It’s…