A report from Research And Markets reveals that, due to cannabis being slowly accepted in various countries, some developed countries—such as Canada, Uruguay and certain states in the U.S.—have gone a step further than medical use cannabis with legalized recreational use.

ACS Laboratory, the largest state-of-the-art testing facility in cannabis and hemp testing in the eastern U.S., has launched a proprietary and trademarked Tested Safe Certified Seal program, which is endorsed by the American Cannabinoid Association.

Enjoy Hemp has launched Delta-8 THC Syrup, which transforms any beverage into a high-potency, THC-infused and flavor-enhanced drink.

The MORE Act, approved in House floor vote last year, would remove cannabis from schedule of controlled substances, expunge convictions and help repair harms caused by outdated policies.

HempRise has opened its 100,000-square-foot operation in Jeffersonville, Indiana. The plant has the capacity to produce 10 metric tons of hemp biomass per day, which is equivalent to approximately 8 million pounds of biomass per year. The company selected Gray to design and build the facility.

Specialty chemical manufacturer Enviro Tech Chemical Services (ETCS) has introduced the world's first and only dry peracetic acid (PAA) floor and equipment sanitizer.

Branded Legacy, a holding company focused on the commercial development of hemp and cannabinoid-infused beverages, along with an array of CBD topicals and tinctures announces increased sales due to Spikes CBDX. The Company has seen an over 80% increase in revenues over its previous quarter in 2021. 

The University of New Mexico's Continuing Education is partnering with cannabis education and training leader Green Flower, to offer non-credit online certificate programs beginning November 15, 2021.

Sophie’s Kitchen, a growing name in the plant-based food industry, announced a $5.6 million investment led by Billy Goat Brands, which is a publicly-listed venture capital platform with a focus on the blue economy. The funding will support the growth of the Sophie’s Kitchen brand and product innovation.