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Biological control in cannabis: learn how beneficial insects protect the plantation
Agribusiness
01/02/2026

Biological control in cannabis: learn how beneficial insects protect the plantation

Sustainable technique replaces the use of pesticides and restores the natural balance between species in cultivation

New Zealand eliminates the need for licenses to cultivate industrial hemp
International Relations
01/02/2026

New Zealand eliminates the need for licenses to cultivate industrial hemp

Reform sets a 1% THC limit, allows the supply of biomass for medicinal purposes, and replaces mandatory licensing with a simple notification system, foreseeing an economic impact of 41 million dollars

MDMA: Studies point to the substance's efficacy in treating PTSD
Psychedelics
01/02/2026

MDMA: Studies point to the substance's efficacy in treating PTSD

Specialist details how MDMA acts in the brain and the promising results in patients resistant to conventional therapies

Red Light and UV-A Can Increase CBD Yield by Up to 44% in Indoor Hemp Cultivation
Agribusiness
01/02/2026

Red Light and UV-A Can Increase CBD Yield by Up to 44% in Indoor Hemp Cultivation

A study by the University of Yunnan shows that the combination of red light in the vegetative phase and UV-A in flowering increases biomass and raises CBD yield by up to 44% in indoor hemp cultivation

In Brazil, 27 million people suffer from chronic back pain — and clinical study with cannabis extract shows pain reduction, improved sleep, and physical function
Science & Technology
01/01/2026

In Brazil, 27 million people suffer from chronic back pain — and clinical study with cannabis extract shows pain reduction, improved sleep, and physical function

Phase 3 clinical trial published in Nature Medicine evaluated standardized cannabis extract in patients with chronic low back pain, showing improvement in symptoms, sleep, and physical function

Opponent of Cannabis Funding Campaigns to End Recreational Sales in Maine and Massachusetts
International Relations
12/31/2025

Opponent of Cannabis Funding Campaigns to End Recreational Sales in Maine and Massachusetts

Organization states funding initiatives aiming to extinguish the adult-use market in both U.S. states

Wanda James launches campaign to Congress focusing on federal cannabis legalization
International Relations
12/31/2025

Wanda James launches campaign to Congress focusing on federal cannabis legalization

Entrepreneur and CEO of Simply Pure is running for the seat in Colorado's First District advocating for full cannabis legalization and greater regulatory fairness for the sector, as stated to the US portal MJBizDaily

Cannabis Reclassification in the US: What Investors Should Watch for in 2026
Business
12/31/2025

Cannabis Reclassification in the US: What Investors Should Watch for in 2026

Expert warns that the change in law alone does not guarantee exponential growth without banking reforms and institutional access

Beto Brant and Pedro Pierro discuss medicinal cannabis, science, and cinema on Deusa Cast
Everyday
12/31/2025

Beto Brant and Pedro Pierro discuss medicinal cannabis, science, and cinema on Deusa Cast

Film director and neurosurgeon analyze the role of information on medicinal cannabis and the therapeutic potential of the plant

Quitting Nicotine is the Goal for Young People in the New Year: CBD Emerges as an Ally Against Superdependence
Health
12/31/2025

Quitting Nicotine is the Goal for Young People in the New Year: CBD Emerges as an Ally Against Superdependence

The high potency of vapes challenges those looking to quit smoking, but recent research indicates cannabidiol as a promising therapy for addiction control and harm reduction

IM Cannabis evaluates selling assets in Germany and Israel to focus on the US
Business
12/31/2025

IM Cannabis evaluates selling assets in Germany and Israel to focus on the US

IM Cannabis' decision comes after an executive order by Donald Trump that accelerates the reclassification of marijuana in the North American territory

Inhaled CBD Reverses Neurological Damage Caused by Nicotine Pouches, Study Finds
Science & Technology
12/30/2025

Inhaled CBD Reverses Neurological Damage Caused by Nicotine Pouches, Study Finds

Research indicates that chronic use of nicotine pouches worsens seizures and brain inflammation, conditions mitigated by inhaled CBD administration

How to interpret cannabis research and separate science from speculation
Science & Technology
12/30/2025

How to interpret cannabis research and separate science from speculation

Practical guide teaches how to identify robust studies, recognize biases, and understand the hierarchy of evidence in the medical cannabis sector

CBD Market Expected to Reach $203.4 Billion by 2034 with High Demand
Business
12/30/2025

CBD Market Expected to Reach $203.4 Billion by 2034 with High Demand

Report indicates 34% annual growth in the sector, driven by legalization and the pursuit of well-being

Anvisa Collegiate Board has new composition defined after director's departure
Politics
12/29/2025

Anvisa Collegiate Board has new composition defined after director's departure

Marcelo Mario Matos Moreira takes over as substitute in the Fourth Board, filling the vacancy of the former rapporteur of the review of RDC 327

University of Pisa Uses Hemp Construction in New Headquarters
Agribusiness
12/29/2025

University of Pisa Uses Hemp Construction in New Headquarters

Model of sustainable architecture in Italy reduces CO2 emissions and ensures energy efficiency for the Department of Veterinary Sciences

Florida considers reducing medical cannabis fees for veterans and restricting use in public spaces
International Relations
12/29/2025

Florida considers reducing medical cannabis fees for veterans and restricting use in public spaces

Bills in Florida propose reducing medical cannabis fees for military veterans and banning smoking in public places in the state

Research shows the advancement of cannabis use among Brazilian women
Everyday
12/29/2025

Research shows the advancement of cannabis use among Brazilian women

Data from Lenad III shows that cannabis use among women has grown significantly in Brazil over the last decade, with a focus on adolescents and changes in consumption patterns

Between Well-being and Productivity, Psychedelics Enter the Corporate World's Radar
Everyday
12/29/2025

Between Well-being and Productivity, Psychedelics Enter the Corporate World's Radar

Psychedelics are starting to gain ground among executives as a tool for well-being and productivity, sparking debates on mental health, science, ethics, and inequality of access in the corporate world

Cannabis Oil Associated with Complete Response in Two Cases of Advanced Liver Cancer, Study Says
Science & Technology
12/29/2025

Cannabis Oil Associated with Complete Response in Two Cases of Advanced Liver Cancer, Study Says

Scientific study reports two cases of complete regression of advanced liver cancer after the use of cannabis oil, reinforcing the need for further clinical research

Change in cannabis status in the US opens up new business opportunities
Business
12/26/2025

Change in cannabis status in the US opens up new business opportunities

The possible reclassification of cannabis in the United States could expand access to credit, advertising, and ease tax burdens, opening up new opportunities for companies in the sector

United Arab Emirates regulate industrial hemp and open controlled market
International Relations
12/26/2025

United Arab Emirates regulate industrial hemp and open controlled market

The United Arab Emirates have regulated industrial hemp, allowing medicinal and industrial applications under strict licensing and control rules

Study shows decrease in suicide rates among older adults after access to cannabis
Science & Technology
12/26/2025

Study shows decrease in suicide rates among older adults after access to cannabis

NBER study indicates that access to recreational cannabis, through the opening of dispensaries, is associated with a reduction in suicide rates among older adults in the US

Research reveals stability in cannabis consumption among young Americans
Everyday
12/26/2025

Research reveals stability in cannabis consumption among young Americans

Monitoring the Future survey shows that cannabis use among teenagers in the US remains low and stable, while consumption is more common among young adults

Psilocybin reorganizes large-scale cortical networks in the brain, reveals groundbreaking study
Psychedelics
12/26/2025

Psilocybin reorganizes large-scale cortical networks in the brain, reveals groundbreaking study

Study shows that psilocybin promotes a selective reorganization of brain connections, strengthening sensory and subcortical pathways and weakening feedback circuits between cortical regions

France Increases Fines for Drugs and Reignites Debate on Cannabis Policy
International Relations
12/25/2025

France Increases Fines for Drugs and Reignites Debate on Cannabis Policy

France has raised the fine for drug use to 500 euros, sparking debate on cannabis policy and regulatory models in the country

Year-end parties can intensify emotional triggers and substance use
Everyday
12/25/2025

Year-end parties can intensify emotional triggers and substance use

Research shows how the year-end can intensify emotional triggers and increase substance use, reinforcing the importance of care and empathy during parties

When discussing medical cannabis, Trump states: 'I don't want to, but many people need it'
International Relations
12/25/2025

When discussing medical cannabis, Trump states: 'I don't want to, but many people need it'

Trump states he does not intend to use medical cannabis, but acknowledges that the substance can be an alternative to opioids and necessary for many patients

Trump's Order Does Not Change Federal Scenario and Cannabis Continues Without Legalization in the US
International Relations
12/24/2025

Trump's Order Does Not Change Federal Scenario and Cannabis Continues Without Legalization in the US

Despite the executive order signed by Donald Trump, cannabis continues without federal legalization in the US, keeping the market dependent on state laws

Can I donate blood using medical cannabis?
Everyday
12/24/2025

Can I donate blood using medical cannabis?

The use of cannabis does not automatically prevent blood donation, but some precautions are essential to ensure safety for the donor and the process