Cannabis vs Hemp

The rise of hemp-derived cannabinoids like Delta-8 THC is reshaping the cannabis landscape in the U.S. Touted as legal alternatives to Delta-9 THC, these products have surged in popularity, particularly in states where recreational cannabis remains prohibited. The unregulated nature and potential...

Colorado's cannabis industry is facing a steep decline in sales and tax revenue, falling to levels below 2018 figures. Tax collections from marijuana sales peaked at $424 million during the 2020-21 fiscal year but plummeted 41% to $248 million in 2023-24.  Hemp THC Sales Bypass Cannabis...

Missouri regulators have scaled back an initial ban on hemp-derived THC products enacted by Governor Mike Parson (R) on August 1, opting to focus enforcement on those resembling popular candies that could appeal to children. This strategic shift responds to a lawsuit filed by the Missouri Hemp...

The U.S. House Committee on Agriculture approved an en bloc amendment introduced by Rep. Mary Miller (R) to the new Farm Bill that would effectively eliminate the majority of hemp-derived products.  "My amendment will close the loophole created in the 2018 Farm Bill that allows intoxicating hemp...

This article was originally published on Cannabis.net and appears here with permission. Cannabidiol (CBD) products are everywhere these days. From gel capsules to oils, tinctures, creams, and even CBD products for your pet, there’s a CBD product for almost any ailment you can think of....