2026 Regulatory Changes May Pave Way for Corporate Control in Cannabis Genetics
The cannabis industry is poised for major changes as regulatory updates in 2026 could pave the way for corporate giants to take control of cannabis genetics. Historically outside the corporate seed monopoly, cannabis is now facing a potential shift towards a more structured legal framework, leading to the emergence of a 'Monsanto of cannabis.'
The global seed market is projected to reach $130–150 billion, and while cannabis has largely escaped corporate control due to its federal illegality in the U.S., numerous patents have been issued since 2019. Major companies like BASF, GW Pharma, and Bayer hold over 100 cannabis patents that cover innovations in gene editing and pest resistance. “The legal infrastructure for a proprietary seed regime is being built,”...
The cannabis industry is poised for major changes as regulatory updates in 2026 could pave the way for corporate giants to take control of cannabis genetics. Historically outside the corporate seed monopoly, cannabis is now facing a potential shift towards a more structured legal framework, leading to the emergence of a 'Monsanto of cannabis.'
The global seed market is projected to reach $130–150 billion, and while cannabis has largely escaped corporate control due to its federal illegality in the U.S., numerous patents have been issued since 2019. Major companies like BASF, GW Pharma, and Bayer hold over 100 cannabis patents that cover innovations in gene editing and pest resistance. “The legal infrastructure for a proprietary seed regime is being built,”...
No-Veg Technique Transforms Cannabis Cultivation With Higher Annual Yields and Lower Costs
Революция в мире каннабиса: метод "No-Veg" взрывает привычные представления о выращивании! Вместо традиционной вегетативной фазы, опытные growers из Нидерландов и других стран сразу помещают укорененные черенки и семена под 12/12 световой режим. Результаты впечатляют! По данным Innexo, Fluence и Grodan, это позволяет увеличить урожайность на 12% и снизить затраты на электричество на 30%.
«Сохранение растений в вегетативной стадии для производства биомассы — контрпродуктивно»,...
Революция в мире каннабиса: метод "No-Veg" взрывает привычные представления о выращивании! Вместо традиционной вегетативной фазы, опытные growers из Нидерландов и других стран сразу помещают укорененные черенки и семена под 12/12 световой режим. Результаты впечатляют! По данным Innexo, Fluence и Grodan, это позволяет увеличить урожайность на 12% и снизить затраты на электричество на 30%.
«Сохранение растений в вегетативной стадии для производства биомассы — контрпродуктивно»,...
NYCRA’s Fourth Annual Industry Event Unites New York Cannabis Leaders in Brooklyn
New York's cannabis scene is on the rise, and the New York Cannabis Retail Association (NYCRA) is steering the ship! On March 13, they’re hosting their Fourth Annual Industry Event at The Chocolate Factory in Brooklyn, where licensed retailers and emerging brands will connect in a focused networking atmosphere. This isn't your typical sprawling trade show — it's a carefully curated gathering designed to spark meaningful partnerships.
As Britni Tantalo, NYCRA president, puts it: “This isn’t a crowded trade show... This year’s event is curated and intentional.”...
New York's cannabis scene is on the rise, and the New York Cannabis Retail Association (NYCRA) is steering the ship! On March 13, they’re hosting their Fourth Annual Industry Event at The Chocolate Factory in Brooklyn, where licensed retailers and emerging brands will connect in a focused networking atmosphere. This isn't your typical sprawling trade show — it's a carefully curated gathering designed to spark meaningful partnerships.
As Britni Tantalo, NYCRA president, puts it: “This isn’t a crowded trade show... This year’s event is curated and intentional.”...
Former Marijuana Inmate Weldon Angelos Drives Trump-Era Cannabis Reform Efforts
Weldon Angelos has transformed from a victim of harsh cannabis laws to a leading advocate for reform in the U.S. His journey is nothing short of remarkable: once sentenced to 55 years for minor marijuana offenses, he’s now at the forefront of efforts to reclassify cannabis under federal law. Angelos has rallied a coalition of athletes and industry leaders, including Mike Tyson, to push for this vital change. As he puts it, “From where he sits, rescheduling is not symbolic...”...
Weldon Angelos has transformed from a victim of harsh cannabis laws to a leading advocate for reform in the U.S. His journey is nothing short of remarkable: once sentenced to 55 years for minor marijuana offenses, he’s now at the forefront of efforts to reclassify cannabis under federal law. Angelos has rallied a coalition of athletes and industry leaders, including Mike Tyson, to push for this vital change. As he puts it, “From where he sits, rescheduling is not symbolic...”...
Jetty Extracts Prioritizes Operational Stability and Compassion Over Rapid Expansion
«We didn’t expand outside of California for the first 10 or 11 years in business... We really wanted to get California as on rails as possible,»...
«We didn’t expand outside of California for the first 10 or 11 years in business... We really wanted to get California as on rails as possible,»...