Easy Edibles: Four Ingredient Ganja Frosting Recipe
Cooking with cannabis is a great way to enjoy the effects and benefits of marijuana. After years of decorating desserts with THC-free toppings because weed frosting doesn’t come in a can, I’m pleased to say those days can come to an end. Whether you need something to cover a cake, or just to dip pretzels in after the munchies show up, this super simple recipe is versatile and done in minutes. (If you haven’t made cannabis infused coconut oil before, here’s an easy step-by-step method) Canna-Coco Vanilla Cream Frosting Ingredients: 2 ¾ cups confectioners sugar (plus a little extra)½ cup…
Read More »What To Expect When Montana Recreational Marijuana Sales Launch On January 1 – Marijuana Moment
From full cannabis legalization in New York to the launch of a modest medical marijuana program in Alabama, cannabis reform continued to spread across the U.S. in 2021 amid the ongoing backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic and other hot-button political issues. And while federal prohibition remains in place, the year saw major movement toward reform on the federal level, including a number of new legalization bills in Congress and slow, steady progress on cannabis banking. In a year marked by partisan divisions, the year also saw more GOP lawmakers than ever take the lead on cannabis, helping craft and introduce…
Read More »Highten Sifter: Extract Kief With Ease
The Highten Sifter is the first table-top kief extraction machine that allows you to shake trichomes off cured cannabis within as little as 30 seconds. Create your own custom edibles, rosin and hash without harsh chemicals, using a ton of flower, or extensive processing times. By saving the integrity and minimizing plant material after extraction, the Highten Sifter allows consumers to enjoy premium kief using all qualities of cannabis. Less plant material equals a cleaner taste and overall high. After years of triathlon training and participating in numerous Ironman competitions, Highten Sifter founder Chad Johnson started using cannabis to alleviate…
Read More »Pakistani Government Official Harvests Nation’s First Legal Hemp Crops – Marijuana Moment
Another study has found that decriminalizing marijuana not only significantly decreases arrests for possession overall but that it also reduces racial disparities in any remaining arrests. Researchers at the University of California, San Diego examined FBI Uniform Crime Report data for 37 states between 2000 and 2019 to determine the impact of decriminalization policies. “Minorities often bear the brunt of unequal enforcement of drug laws,” the paper, which was published this month in the journal Social Science & Medicine,” notes. “In the U.S., Blacks have been disproportionately more likely to be arrested for cannabis possession than Whites despite a similar…
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12 key issues that shaped Connecticut’s economy in 2021 – New Haven Register
It was a development few prognosticators saw coming at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic — but as the federal government propped up states with a flood of relief and stimulus funding, the Connecticut budget floated free of deficits at the cost of state services and jobs. With public health concerns dominating the first year of the pandemic, Connecticut’s economic recovery took center stage in 2021, as vaccinations gained steam in the early part of the year, emboldening many employers to hire back workers. But by summer, many were running up against a labor shortage that overtime and hiring bonuses…
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Westport hemp store relocating, eyes recreational pot sales – CTPost
WESTPORT — Franny’s of Westport is moving as it looks to expand into Connecticut’s newly legalized recreational marijuana market — something Westport doesn’t allow. The hemp wellness store’s last day at 31 Church Lane is scheduled for Dec. 31, before reopening Jan. 4 just a few hundred feet away at 33 Elm Street, unit 2. The store’s Facebook page will remain up and people can also still order online during the shutdown. “We’re in pursuit to continue building our brand while making Franny’s a household name,” said Griff Conti, the owner and operator of Franny’s of Westport. “If we didn’t…
Read More »Congressional Leaders Publish 2022 Plan for Federal Cannabis Legalization
Congressional leaders in the effort to reform U.S. cannabis policy published a plan to legalize marijuana nationwide in 2022, saying that is “time for the federal government to catch up to the rest of the country.” In a memo from Rep. Earl Blumenauer of Oregon and Rep. Barbara Lee of California, the co-chairs of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus issued a progress report on steps taken by Congress on marijuana legalization in 2021. They also outlined steps to continue the effort next year, citing several pieces of legislation pending before the nation’s lawmakers. “The table is set and the time is…
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Buy Weed Online Legally: Best 3 Places To Get Recreational Marijuana For Christmas 2021 | Gift Packs For Stoners – Juneau Empire
Buying weed has never been more accessible in the U.S. As the legal requirements are much more relaxed, many people now choose to consume marijuana to relax their minds and body. However, while delta-9 THC remains the most commonly used Tetrahydrocannabinol, another variety known as delta-8 THC is rising in popularity. Delta-8 THC is a psychoactive compound that offers a similar euphoric and fuzzy feeling but is less potent and thus causes milder high. Additionally, it is ideal for those who cannot take marijuana because of the side effects like anxiety and paranoia. Delta-8 THC is a good option for…
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