Starting a marijuana business in California?

Setting up a legitimate marijuana business in California is not without its hazards, but the details of what compliance looks like can be dizzying and the laws are about to change profoundly. Recreational or “personal” use of cannabis in California is on the horizon, but will it be too late for those getting late into that game?
Current Legislation
The Medical Marijuana Program Act (MMPA),...
Federal Legalization of Medical Marijuana?

By now you are probably keenly aware that, no matter what the states may enact concerning the legalization or decriminalization of marijuana, the federal government can (if it wanted to) swoop in and shut it all down…as well as throw a lot of people in jail. However, even the federal government’s seeming immovable (and irrational) resolve to do nothing with respect to medical cannabis is...
China Sees Green in Cannabis Decriminalization

I suppose it’s only fitting that China now has over half (306) of the 606 total patents relating to marijuana, according to the World Intellectual Property Organization.
After all, Cannabis originated in China, and China boasts the earliest records of medicinal use (which go back to 2727 BC).
Of course, the Chinese are merely placing a very good bet on the likely spread of the decriminalization...
Cannabis Cures Cancer?

Social media tends to be a bit hasty when reporting on the purported validity of natural remedies for a variety of human ills, which is why we are not surprised that many already believe that Cannabis cures cancer.
In reality, while Cannabis’ use to treat chemotherapy-induced vomiting/nausea is beyond reproach, unfortunately, there is just not enough information today for any credible medical...
Germinating Cannabis Seeds Correctly

Truth is, germinating Cannabis seeds is actually pretty easy, and seeds sown directly and shallowly in a suitable growing medium are likely to pop so long as soil moisture is kept high during this time.
Nevertheless, good seeds are expensive, so it pays to get the best germination rates possible. Accordingly, for optimal results, we suggest you use the following, 6-step “paper towel” method.
Step...
Most Interesting Facts About Marijuana

There is a ton of information on the web aboutĀ marijuana and the biology of Cannabis.
However, the following (5) facts about marijunana below are some of the most interesting in our opinion, and demonstrate that there is much to learn and admire about this wonderful plant.
In no particular order, here they are:
1) THC Likely Evolved as a Plant Defense.
Given all of the emerging research about marijuana’s...