New hemp operations face more barriers than consumers may realize

New hemp operations face more barriers than consumers may realize

U.S. Senator Ron Wyden of Oregon recently told media that he supports hemp legislature because this relatively new crop is attracting young people to farming, a career that is much needed by societ...
But... Hemp is Marjiuana, right?

But... Hemp is Marjiuana, right?

The CBD industry is heavily growing in popularity but still suffers from an incorrect representation of its core - most notably within the DEA.According to...What's the Difference?Not only is there...
New Senate bill could bolster the hemp market and protect consumers

New Senate bill could bolster the hemp market and protect consumers

A bipartisan bill was recently introduced to the U.S. Senate that, if passed, could help open up the hemp industry and improve consumer safety. Senators Ron Wyden of Oregon, Rand Paul of Kentucky a...
Wynonna Judd launches her own line of ‘balancing’ CBD products

Wynonna Judd launches her own line of ‘balancing’ CBD products

Country music star Wynonna Judd has jumped on the celebrity-backed CBD business bandwagon. The award-winning singer partnered with Nashville-based CeleBriDy Brands to develop her own line of CBD pr...
CBD joint venture makes history by unionizing employees in two states

CBD joint venture makes history by unionizing employees in two states

Workers at Nature’s Root Labs in Colorado and Union Harvest in Florida recently reached an agreement to unionize the employees at both businesses. Nature’s Root Labs sells CBD to Union Harvest, whi...
CBD company challenges USPTO over ability to prospectively trademark products

CBD company challenges USPTO over ability to prospectively trademark products

California-based CBD beverage company, Joy Tea, is challenging the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) after the office denied their trademark application. The USPTO reportedly said companies ...
Could CBD give a racehorse an unfair advantage?

Could CBD give a racehorse an unfair advantage?

The California Horse Racing Board (CHRB) recently filed a medication complaint against a Hall of Fame trainer after one of his horses tested positive for cannabidiol (CBD). While the penalty has no...
Aspiring hemp growers in Texas swindled in alleged corruption scheme

Aspiring hemp growers in Texas swindled in alleged corruption scheme

Todd Smith, the top political consultant to Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller, was recently arrested for his alleged role in a scheme to solicit money and campaign contributions in exchang...
Hemp offers hope for some Georgia farmers despite two major challenges

Hemp offers hope for some Georgia farmers despite two major challenges

Some key players in Georgia’s hemp industry reportedly believe that hemp could become a very important crop for their state. Maybe it could even eclipse Georgia’s other popular crops, like peanuts....