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- What the 2026 Federal Hemp Ban Means for Unsold Hemp Inventory February 25, 2026Most commentary on the “hemp ban” included in the November funding bill has focused on two related questions: (1) which products and activities may become unlawful on November 12, 2026; and (2) whether Congress will materially amend or delay the ban before then. I recently discussed another consequence operators should be considering as the deadline […]
- IRC 280E Still Applies to Your Marijuana Business, Unfortunately February 24, 2026In the last year or two, we have seen a growing number of marijuana businesses take the position that IRC 280E no longer applies to them. Some of these businesses have taken that position in consultation with lawyers and CPAs. This shift in strategy predates Trump’s Executive Order of December 18, 2025, to reschedule marijuana […]
- Oregon Cannabis 2026: Legislative Forecast and Report February 12, 2026Oregon’s 2026 legislative session began last week on February 2. The biennial “short session” will last but 35 days, and focus on budget shortfalls, transportation and housing—which is to say that cannabis is not a priority. That said, of the 300 or so introduced bills, there are four cannabis-related submissions. That’s where I come in. […]
- Jersey (Territory) Cannabis Reform Proposals: What Could Have Been, and What May Be–After The Election February 10, 2026Earlier this month, the Bailiwick of Jersey appeared poised to take a measured, evidence-based step toward re-examining its approach to non-medical cannabis. Three reform proposals put forward by Tom Binet, Minister for Health and Social Services, were expected to be debated by the States Assembly of Jersey on February 3, 2026. That debate has now […]
- 15 Years Lawyering in Oregon Cannabis, and Beyond February 6, 2026Last month, we hosted a webinar on federal cannabis law and policy in 2026. While things are not where we’d like them to be, it’s amazing to consider everything that has happened over the years. From a lawyering perspective, it’s almost unbelievable. I have worked as a business lawyer in the cannabis industry for over […]
- The November 12 Cliff: How the Hemp Ban Threatens Bankruptcy Eligibility February 2, 2026Most commentary on the “hemp ban” included in the November funding bill has focused on two, related considerations: (1) which products and activities will become unlawful on November 12, 2026, and (2) whether Congress will materially amend, or delay, the ban before then. While that focus is understandable, it overlooks a critical, and more immediate, […]
- Federal Cannabis Law and Policy in 2026: Watch the Webinar Replay January 26, 2026U.S. federal cannabis law is at a pivotal moment heading into 2026. In a January 15th webinar, attorneys Jason Adelstone and Vince Sliwoski examined two major federal developments that are poised to reshape the industry: the Executive Order directing the rescheduling of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act, and new Congressional legislation redefining “hemp,” effective […]
- Jason Adelstone Joins in CannaGen Sesh 3: Deeply Seeded Webinar January 20, 2026Harris Sliwoski attorney Jason Adelstone will be participating in CannaGen Sesh 3: Deeply Seeded, a webinar hosted by CannaGen on Thursday, January 22, from 11:00–12:00 PM PST. This session will focus on a significant but underappreciated change in federal hemp law that will materially affect cannabis genetics, seed commerce, and cross-border operations. Under recent amendments […]
- MLK Day 2026: Cannabis and Civil Rights January 18, 2026It’s MLK Day once again. I have written an MLK Day post on this blog for nine consecutive years. The theme of all these posts is that cannabis is a civil rights issue, and that Dr. King would have advocated for ending marijuana prohibition based on that fact. Each year, I have demonstrated with facts […]
- Free Q&A Webinar Tomorrow, Jan. 15! U.S. Cannabis Law and Policy in 2026 January 14, 2026Register here Webinar overview This webinar will feature Harris Sliwoski attorneys Jason Adelstone (Denver, CO) and Vince Sliwoski (Portland, OR). Jason and Vince will examine a pair of significant developments for federal cannabis law and policy in 2026. These developments are: 1) last month’s Executive Order from President Trump, to reschedule marijuana from Schedule I […]
Cannabis Industry Journal
- Preservation is the Buzzword for 2026 March 9, 2026Consumers are demanding clean, quality cannabis—and without a cold chain, the industry risks turning craft flower into commodity biomass. The post Preservation is the Buzzword for 2026 appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- What Cannabis Can Learn from the Luxury Perfume World March 4, 2026Sensory science, blending expertise, disciplined quality control, and cultural storytelling define a luxury brand. The post What Cannabis Can Learn from the Luxury Perfume World appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- How To Use Blunts As a Brand Building Catalyst March 2, 2026Custom Cones shines a light on a lurking opportunity; While joints may be the top way people consume, 33% of smokers say their favorite way to consume are with blunts. The post How To Use Blunts As a Brand Building Catalyst appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- Building Inside Maryland’s Limited License Cannabis Market February 27, 2026Strategy, Scale, and Survival in a Maturing Adult-Use Market The post Building Inside Maryland’s Limited License Cannabis Market appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- NIH Releases Scientific Paper on the Therapeutic Value of Acidic Cannabinoids February 26, 2026Discussions on the overlooked potential of these powerful compounds are on the rise The post NIH Releases Scientific Paper on the Therapeutic Value of Acidic Cannabinoids appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- The Cannabis Retailer’s Survival Guide to 2026 February 24, 2026We are not out of the woods yet The post The Cannabis Retailer’s Survival Guide to 2026 appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- Taking Cannabis Global: Inside Somai Pharmaceuticals’ Multi-Country Strategy February 23, 2026In an industry defined by local operators struggling to stay afloat and confined within their borders, Michael Sassano, founder and CEO of Somai Pharmaceuticals, has created a blueprint for scaling cannabis worldwide with pharmaceutical discipline and regulatory agility. With headquarters in Lisbon and operations in 12 countries today, Somai is preparing to reach 18… […]
- What Cultivators Are Talking About in New Jersey February 19, 2026Inside the minds of New Jersey’s top cultivators The post What Cultivators Are Talking About in New Jersey appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- Jersey Girls Bring Down the House At IgniteIt Event February 17, 2026Panelists share lessons on partnerships, outsourcing, AI adoption, and capital strategy as the cannabis market shifts from expansion to efficiency. The post Jersey Girls Bring Down the House At IgniteIt Event appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- Meet California’s New Director of Cannabis Control February 15, 2026Director Kellum outlines his goals, the challenges he faces steering this complex industry, and the dynamics that create roadblocks and impede progress. The post Meet California’s New Director of Cannabis Control appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
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