Indholdsfortegnelse for Vol. 4 Issue 4 i Cannabis & Tech Today

FROM THE PUBLISHER Welcome to the latest edition, focusing on cannabis and wellness. We are delighted to present a wide range of articles and features that explore the fascinating intersection of cannabis and health. In this issue, we have assembled an exceptional team of writers who offer insightful and informative pieces on a variety of topics. We begin with an in-depth look at the latest research on the medical benefits of cannabis, including its use in treating chronic pain, anxiety, and other conditions. In addition, we feature stories about the growing movement to legalize cannabis across the United States and around the world, as well as profiles of innovative cannabis entrepreneurs who are leading the way in this emerging industry. Finally, we round out this issue with a look at…

// BUSINESS INNOVATIONS // Presented By Attitudes around cannabis are quickly changing as more people embrace the plant for its myriad benefits. As more brands incorporate cannabinoids into their product lines to meet increased demand, the wellness category is seeing a paradigm shift. The cannabis beauty category alone is projected to reach a value of $8.86 billion by 2030. One company setting the bar in this space is Element Apothec. The brand is helping to change the way people think about cannabis by offering a wide range of skincare products, tinctures, and topicals formulated with cannabinoids. Element Apothec is the evolution of beauty and wellness, putting the plant front and center as a crucial ingredient for the personal care industry — they also have the distinct honor of being a…

Drying and curing cannabis are two essential stages in the process of producing high-quality flower. In New England, the harsh and unpredictable weather conditions of the region can make the process a challenge. However, with the right techniques, it is possible to produce buds that are flavorful, aromatic, and potent. Drying is the process of removing moisture from freshly harvested cannabis buds, which allows for preservation and helps to enhance the aroma and flavor of the buds. The ideal temperature for drying cannabis is between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit, with a relative humidity of 50-60%. In New England, however, the high humidity levels during the summer months can make it difficult to achieve these conditions. To overcome this, growers in the region often use dehumidifiers and air-conditioners to maintain…

Cannabis & Tech Today is buzzing from a recent brick-and-mortar expansion. Innovative Properties Worldwide (IPW), the parent company of Cannabis & Tech Today, Innovation & Tech Today, Residential Tech Today, STEM Today and Sustainability Today, opened the doors on its new location in downtown Denver, CO in Dec. 2022. IPW is onboarding several new staff members and looking forward to continued growth throughout 2023. In addition to new staff in the sales and editorial departments, IPW welcomed Chief Operating Officer Ashley Manning to the administrative team. Manning brings years of experience and high-level connections from the cannabis industry to her role as COO. With Manning on board, IPW can offer our readers more inspiring insights than ever before. Calling on Content Creators Cannabis & Tech Today is now accepting applications…

Pay attention. Your survival could depend on it. Cannabis consumers, I’m talking to you. How’s the environment looking? Pretty bleak. Is the economy rock steady? Far from it. Let’s not even talk about the quality of global leadership right now. These elements are the foundation of a seemingly abstract term — ESG. It stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, and it affects the fate of mankind. If corporations don’t start taking a hard look at how they’re addressing ESG on a micro scale, it spells disaster on a macro scale. Consumers matter here. Money, the money in your pocket right now, tells a story wherever it goes. It describes what you care about and cries out your hope for the future. When people invest in companies with ESG frameworks, they’re…

// BUSINESS INNOVATIONS // Presented By Cannabis & Tech Today works with the top PR agencies, events, and brands in the industry. As such, we get to try out a lot of cool innovations, products, and services, and wanted to take a moment to reflect on some of our favorites from the past twelve months. This is far from a complete list, but here are a few thoughts on some of the products we really liked. Hopefully, you will too. Also, most of this comes from Colorado so you may not have these brands where you are. Let us know what some of your favorites are and for goodness sake — send us some samples. We will check them out and report back in our next “Best Of” list. Best…

// SOCIAL IMPACT // Many tribal nations are developing sovereign cannabis operations. Chenae Bullock, a tribal citizen of the Shinnecock Nation in Long Island, New York, has been working in the cannabis space since 2016. When her tribe passed a medical ordinance, it planted the seeds of what would become Little Beach Harvest, a dispensary located in the heart of the Hamptons. Cannabis & Tech Today sat down with Bullock during MJBizCon 2022 to discuss her plans for the dispensary and how retail cannabis could impact her tribe. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. Listen to the full conversation at cannatechtoday.com/podcasts. Cannabis & Tech Today: How did Little Beach Harvest come to fruition? Chenae Bullock: Little Beach Harvest is our tribe’s wholly-owned cannabis business. We got into…

// COVER STORY // Infinite Potential Dr. Deepak Chopra is arguably one of the most profound thinkers of the 21st century, with contrary opinions that confound his scientific peers. A prolific author of nearly 100 books, including 21 New York Times bestsellers on topics ranging from meditation to longevity, such as Reinventing the Body, Resurrecting the Soul, and Quantum Healing, he is often miscategorized as a “new age” or “self-help guru,” and is criticized by quantum physicists. As a polymath, Dr. Chopra is concurrently a physician, triptych medical school adjunct professor, and philosopher with a cohort of celebrity pals, including actress Goldie Hawn and CEO of Cybin, Doug Drysdale. Cannabis & Tech Today couldn’t resist the opportunity to pick his brain. Sara Brittany Somerset chatted with Dr. Chopra over Zoom from…

Do you know your Medical Marijuana IQ? While that’s not an actual thing, knowing oneself can play a big role in deciding which method of ingestion is right for you. For example, are you new to treating your ailments with cannabis? Does smoking bother your throat? How quickly or efficiently do you metabolize ingredients? The answers to those questions will likely impact how you choose to consume your cannabis. Another factor in selecting the right modality is knowing which types your state’s government allows to be sold within its borders. For example, some states do not permit medical cannabis flower to be sold in dispensaries in that jurisdiction. Still others, like Ohio, permit patients to buy flower at medical cannabis dispensaries while also prohibiting the smoking of the flower in…

What are the effects of antimicrobial solutions on cannabis cultivation and production? The cannabis industry is growing at an explosive rate and the regulations governing the cultivation, processing, and distribution are rapidly evolving. They’re also highly fragmented on a state-by-state basis. With increasing competition, cannabis operators are under tremendous market pressures to decrease costs and increase product differentiation even as they face increasing regulatory scrutiny. One of the key threats to most cultivators are microbial pest pressures from molds, mildews, fungus, bacteria, and other pathogens that can damage crop value or make it noncompliant and unsellable. Consequently, Terra Vera has studied the effects of various antimicrobial solutions generated electrolytically using commonly available salts and amino acids when used on crops at various stages from propagation to post-harvesting. Data were collected…

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. Nohtal Partansky is the founder and CEO of Sorting Robotics. He is a serial entrepreneur and former NASAJPL engineer. At NASA-JPL, Nohtal was a cognizant engineer on the MOXIE project, an instrument currently on the surface of Mars producing oxygen from the Martian atmosphere. After leaving NASA-JPL, Nohtal founded Sorting Robotics with his two co-founders, Cassio Dos Santos Jr. and Sean Lawlor. Sorting Robotics builds innovative, AI-driven…

THCV is quickly gaining notoriety for its potential as an appetite suppressant, which could revolutionize how Americans view cannabis. Like most cannabinoids, more research isn’t just needed — it’s required. However, if early indications are correct, this hemp-derived cannabinoid may be the key to the long-overdue normalization of cannabis in the United States. What is THCV? Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabivarin, or THCV, is a cannabinoid with psychoactive properties that produce energetic effects, including alertness, motivation, focus, and euphoria. However, unlike THC, THCV is considered nonintoxicating in low doses. THCV is a rare cannabinoid found in both hemp and marijuana but has become more readily accessible since the Farm Bill was enacted in 2018. When THCV is used on its own, users may experience a euphoric boost that is not as powerful as…

Cherissa Jackson’s voice radiates confidence and compassion. She’s thoughtful, eloquent, and seems to have a purity of purpose that’s rare in American society. While she spreads her time between numerous projects, she unifies her focus by thinking about her three Ps: passion, purpose, and people. She applies this theme to every endeavor, and it’s most apparent in her work with We DeCode, a venture she launched in early 2022 to bring precision wellness to its clients. We Decode is a DNA-testing service specializing in predictive, customized analysis. While Jackson doesn’t market We Decode DNA kits as “cannabis kits,” she is offering a unique insight into the interaction between cannabis and an individual’s endocannabinoid system based on genomic profile. We Decode uses patented technology to inform clients which cannabinoid formulations are…

A new year encourages hope and reflection, both of which are useful in evaluating existing cannabis policies at the federal level and what may be expected in the coming months. Significantly, while the industry suffered a loss in the unsuccessful efforts to include the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act in the National Defense Authorization Act, Congress did pass the first standalone piece of cannabis reform legislation, the Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act (H.R. 8454), which President Biden signed into law on Dec. 2, 2022. However, the legislation has met with mixed reviews among industry professionals, and whether it ultimately benefits medical cannabis research endeavors or serves as an impediment to them remains to be seen. How Will H.R. 8454 Change Cannabis Research? The bipartisan Medical Marijuana…

BUSINESS INNOVATIONS Presented By Legal cannabis only exists because the plant has medical value. Patients, not corporations, drove the legalization movement. As cannabis becomes an industry rather than a counterculture, businesses must remember to focus on the health and wellness of their clients. Products should be held to the highest standards of safety. It’s the right thing to do, and only those companies with high standards and benchmarks will be prepared to thrive in a global marketplace. Cannabis & Tech Today spoke with CSQ’s new Technical Director Matt Regusci and ASI’s youngest-ever CEO, Tyler Williams, to understand how standards for the cannabis industry are evolving. ASI is a food safety company that recently merged with Kiwa, a global testing, inspection, and certification company. In 2020, Williams founded Cannabis Safety &…

Cannabis culture has long been steeped in advocacy. Between fighting for reform, championing environmental causes, and righting the wrongs of the war on drugs, activism is in our roots. History aside, cannabis consumers are also inherently empathic, demonstrating higher levels of moral decision-making versus non-consumers. Additionally, key demographics like Gen Z and millennials are also far more likely to purchase products that make a difference when given the choice. For cannabis companies, having a strong social impact strategy ensures they’re doing what’s right while also catering to the sensibilities of consumers. But what exactly does that mean? Some base their entire brands around social impact, while others support causes near and dear to their hearts in a variety of ways such as donating a percentage of profits to organizations in…

If you could participate in an industry worth $108 billion, would you? Data Bridge Market Research expects the global cannabis edibles market will be worth at least that much by 2029. As manufacturers in New England consider how to make the most of the region’s growing cannabis scene, gummies and cannabis edibles should be among their top priorities. Edibles made up 12.1% of American cannabis sales in Sept. 2022, according to data analysis company Headset. Gummies were responsible for nearly 74% of those sales. Massachusetts reportedly has the second-highest demand for edibles in the country. With these numbers in mind, it makes sense more manufacturers and producers are leaning into the edibles market. For many, the only question is how to start and with whom to partner for reliable production.…

According to the 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, one in five Americans consumes cannabis. With more people making the plant part of their lifestyle, the demand for cannafocused experiences and consumption-friendly lodging has grown exponentially. Cannabis Travel Association International (CTAI), a 501c6 organization uniting the global canna-tourism sector, found that the vast majority of consumers are interested in plant-centric experiences even if they haven't yet taken the leap. The 2022 CTAI Cannabis Travel Report revealed that over 70% of those polled expressed a desire to tour a cultivation site, take part in a gourmet-infused dinner, or treat themselves to an infused massage. “One of the reasons people engage in cannabis travel is to immerse themselves in the culture and heritage of cannabis itself," said Laura Hand, CTAI…

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CELEBRATING SUSTAINABLE LEADERSHIP In the spirit of springtime, Cannabis & Tech Today is thinking green. In the cultivation and sustainability issue, we’ll highlight the companies putting the planet first. The winners of the annual C&T Today Sustainable Leadership Awards will share their strategies for eco-friendly expansion and explain how profit doesn’t have to coincide with pollution and profiteering. REGIONAL SPOTLIGHT: WASHINGTON Washington was (technically) the first state to legalize adult-use cannabis consumption and sales. In the eleven years since legalization, that state has flourished into a robust, unique cannabis marketplace. In this issue’s Regional Spotlight, we’ll explore the laws, businesses, and people making Washington one of America’s most fascinating and lucrative regions for cannabis entrepreneurs. ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL, AND GOVERNANCE REPORTING ESG isn’t a four-letter word in the cannabis space. It’s…

This year marks the thirty-fifth anniversary of Coco, the first chimpanzee to chief up in outer space. Coco defied all odds and showed the American people no distance is too far, no dream is too big, and no blunt is too fat. The moment historians now refer to as “the blunt smoked around the world” marked the end of a decades-long space race between the United States and the Soviet Union and the beginning of the golden age of good hangs. On Oct. 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik, the first artificial satellite to orbit the earth. On Oct. 5, 1957, NASA responded by launching a praying mantis on CBD. The goal between both nations became obvious. Who would be the first to send a monkey into outer space…