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NJCRC Reviews NJ Medical Marijuana Issues & OKs 34 Licenses
The NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC) reviewed New Jersey medical marijuana program issues and approved 34 adult-use licenses. New Jersey Medical Marijuana Program Input NJCRC Acting Executive Director Christopher Riggs explained they invited guests to speak on medical cannabis issues. Chair Dianna Houenou said they wanted input on the following New Jersey medical marijuana program […] Source: NJCRC Reviews NJ Medical Marijuana Issues & OKs 34 Licenses from Heady NJ
G2 Dispensary of Rockaway Open for Adult-use Cannabis Sales
The G2 dispensary of Rockaway in Morris County has opened the 108th location for NJ adult-use cannabis sales noted by Heady NJ. They have a spacious show floor featuring many cannabis products. The local independent manufacturer Onyx has supplied cannabis concentrates to the market market and was featured on their shelves. They also have gummies […] Source: G2 Dispensary of Rockaway Open for Adult-use Cannabis Sales from Heady NJ
NJ CannaBusiness Association Hosts Webinar on Home Growing & Urges Action
The NJ CannaBusiness Association (NJCBA) hosted a webinar on cannabis home growing with legislative sponsor State Senator Vin Gopal (D-11) and leading advocates. Growing cannabis at home remains a felony despite more than 100 legal New Jersey adult-use dispensaries open. “Patients need their medicine, and the industry will not be hurt if we pass this […] Source: NJ CannaBusiness Association Hosts Webinar on Home Growing & Urges Action from Heady NJ
Funding Options in the Cannabis Industry: Debt & Equity
While finding funding and access to capital or money is a challenge for all businesses, it’s especially hard in the cannabis industry. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. In the state legal cannabis industry, there are no large institutional sources of capital capable of legally offering funding solutions. However, there are semi-institutional, semi-private, and private […] Source: Funding Options in the Cannabis Industry: Debt & Equity from Heady NJ
Federal Legalization, Shrooms Discussed at CWC Cannabis Business Conference
Leading figures at the CWC cannabis business conference discussed federal legalization and medical magic mushrooms or psilocybin progress. Many attendees spoke of an upcoming national cannabis market based on federal cannabis legalization prospects. In addition, the CWC was filled with talk of a global cannabis market with Spain, Germany, Israel, Colombia, and South Africa making […] Source: Federal Legalization, Shrooms Discussed at CWC Cannabis Business Conference from Heady NJ
Mass Grown Dispensary Open for Adult-use Sales in Mount Holly
Mass Grown opened an adult-use cannabis dispensary in Mount Holly in Burlington County. It was among the first 100 New Jersey cannabis dispensaries to open earlier this year. They have a good-sized space that includes a seated area and features music playing. “We’re trying for a homey feeling. Some places you walk into, it’s like […] Source: Mass Grown Dispensary Open for Adult-use Sales in Mount Holly from Heady NJ
Medical Psilocybin/Shrooms Bill Passes NJ Senate Health Committee
The NJ Senate Health and Human Services Committee passed a medical psilocybin or magic mushrooms bill authorizing the establishment of therapeutic centers. The “Psilocybin Behavioral Health Access and Services Act” would establish a framework for the regulated production and use of medical psilocybin. Growing or possessing underground shrooms would still be a crime. Clinical trials […] Source: Medical Psilocybin/Shrooms Bill Passes NJ Senate Health Committee from Heady NJ
Most of New Jersey Supports Medical Magic Mushrooms Legalization
A majority of New Jersey approves legalizing magic mushrooms or psilocybin to treat issues, according to a poll released by Stockton University. Psilocybin is the psychoactive compound in magic mushrooms or shrooms that become the formal name for it, like cannabis and weed. More than half of New Jerseyans at 55% support legalizing medical mushroom […] Source: Most of New Jersey Supports Medical Magic Mushrooms Legalization from Heady NJ
Social Equity Owned Moja Life Opens 1st Rec Cannabis Dispensary in Trenton
The underground legacy to legal and social equity owned Moja Life opened the 1st recreational Trenton cannabis dispensary. It’s the 106th adult-use cannabis dispensary noted by Heady NJ. They are a Black and locally owned micro dispensary. Mayor Reed Gusciora joined them for the opening and received a tour of the place. Moja Life occupies […] Source: Social Equity Owned Moja Life Opens 1st Rec Cannabis Dispensary in Trenton from Heady NJ
Former Official Calls Hoboken Weed License Process Shady
Former Health and Human Services Director Pantaleo “Leo” Pellegrini alleged the Hoboken weed dispensary license process was shady in a lawsuit. Pellegrini said applicants favored by Hoboken Mayor and congressional candidate Ravi Bhalla were given special treatment in his lawsuit filed in Hudson County Superior Court. Hoboken would not be the only New Jersey town […] Source: Former Official Calls Hoboken Weed License Process Shady from Heady NJ
NJ Cartridge Market Heats Up with Timeless Vapes Products
The New Jersey cannabis cartridge (or cart) market has heated up with new products from the small corporate Multi-State Operator (MSO) white labeler Timeless Vapes. They are debating their “Greetings from New Jersey” flip case and battery in honor of the state’s landmarks. In addition to the flip case, the core strains of Timeless Vapes are […] Source: NJ Cartridge Market Heats Up with Timeless Vapes Products from Heady NJ
7 Signs of Premium Green Batak Kratom Powder You Must Know
Exploring the best Premium Green Batak Kratom powder lights up a botanical wonderland, but deciding on the best one takes work. So we created a guide to find it. Freshness and potency are indicated by aroma and texture. These signs give you the power to evaluate your kratom experience smartly. Rich Green Color Premium Green […] Source: 7 Signs of Premium Green Batak Kratom Powder You Must Know from Heady NJ
Advocates Urge Descheduling, Not Marijuana Rescheduling in Federal Comments
Since the federal government launched the comment period on rescheduling marijuana, advocates are demanding descheduling to ensure true legalization. The opening comment period follows President Joe Biden’s endorsement of moving marijuana to be a Schedule III drug. It is currently a Schedule I drug, while cocaine is Schedule II. Descheduling Cannabis Coalition Launched The United […] Source: Advocates Urge Descheduling, Not Marijuana Rescheduling in Federal Comments from Heady NJ
Premo in Keyport & Cannaboy Tree House in South Orange Open Black-owned Dispensaries
Premo Cannabis Company in Keyport and Cannaboy Tree House in South Orange recently opened local, black-owned adult-use dispensaries. The lack of minority business owners has been a significant issue in the New Jersey cannabis market for years. So this is good progress. Premo Cannabis Company Opens 1st Black Central Jersey Dispensary in Keyport The Black […] Source: Premo in Keyport & Cannaboy Tree House in South Orange Open Black-owned Dispensaries from Heady NJ
NJCRC Holds Virtual Town Hall on Jersey Cannabis Licenses
The NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC) held a virtual town hall on problems obtaining Jersey cannabis licenses, where they spoke frankly about problems and progress. “I’m so excited about this conversation,” NJCRC Commissioner Maria Del Cid-Kosso said. “Your feedback today will help us understand some of the challenges applicants are facing.” She wanted to know […] Source: NJCRC Holds Virtual Town Hall on Jersey Cannabis Licenses from Heady NJ
Biden Endorses Marijuana Rescheduling to Schedule III Drug
President Joe Biden endorsed marijuana rescheduling from an illegal Schedule I narcotic to a Schedule III drug to further social justice. In a video, he called the proposed scheduling change “monumental.” “Marijuana has a higher-level classification than fentanyl and methamphetamine – the two drugs driving America’s overdose epidemic. That just doesn’t add up,” Biden declared. […] Source: Biden Endorses Marijuana Rescheduling to Schedule III Drug from Heady NJ
NJ Senate Committee Passes Bill for NJCRC to Regulate “Intoxicating Hemp”
The NJ Senate Judiciary Committee passed a bill to make the NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC) regulate “intoxicating” hemp that includes Delta-8 THC products. The bill defines “Intoxicating hemp product” as any product sold “that has a concentration of total THC greater than 0.5 milligrams per serving or 2.5 milligrams per 30 package.” State Senate […] Source: NJ Senate Committee Passes Bill for NJCRC to Regulate “Intoxicating Hemp” from Heady NJ
Urb’n Dispensary Leads Budding Newark Cannabis Market
Urb’n Dispensary has pioneered the Newark cannabis market, first in medical cannabis and now in adult-use cannabis sales. They opened for medical cannabis sales last May and adult use soon after. CEO Dr. Ramez “Max” Maxemous noted they got special approval so that consumers can smell cannabis flower after some time. A lot of consumers […] Source: Urb’n Dispensary Leads Budding Newark Cannabis Market from Heady NJ
CRC Releases List of Pro-Cannabis New Jersey Towns
The NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) has released a list of pro-cannabis towns for the first time. About 209 towns in New Jersey allow cannabis companies out of 564 towns or about 36 percent. “The new Government Relations web page reflects the NJ-CRC’s commitment to provide free, easily accessible, useful information for municipal leaders, state […] Source: CRC Releases List of Pro-Cannabis New Jersey Towns from Heady NJ
2024 New Jersey Dispensary Awards Show Swept by Brute’s Roots
The Dispensary Guy and the WJ Media Group recently hosted the 2024 New Jersey Dispensary Awards Show, where Brute’s Roots won 10 awards. The show spotlighted and celebrated stellar achievements in the New Jersey cannabis industry. The Dispensary Guy himself, Mike Wiehl, served as Master of Ceremonies. 2024 New Jersey Dispensary Award Winners The 2024 […] Source: 2024 New Jersey Dispensary Awards Show Swept by Brute’s Roots from Heady NJ
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