Guest post by Andrew Kline, President, National Association of Cannabis Businesses Government agencies typically play the lead role in establishing rules and regulations designed to ensure businesses operate responsibly …
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First Cannabis Industry Self-Regulatory Organization Launches
First Self-Regulatory Organization for the U.S. Cannabis Industry, National Association of Cannabis Businesses, Launches Today to Establish Voluntary National Standards NEW YORK, June 15, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — The ca…
Cannabis Standards Group to Partner with ASTM International
Foundation of Cannabis Unified Standards and ASTM International Sign MOU on Cannabis Standards W. CONSHOHOCKEN, PA., June 12, 2017— Yesterday, global standards organization ASTM International and the Foundation of Cannab…
ASTM Cannabis Standards Effort Expands to Include Herbal Products Trade Group
American Herbal Products Association and ASTM International Sign MOU on Cannabis Standards W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., June 8, 2017 — Today, global standards organization ASTM International and the American Herbal Products …
NCIA Board of Directors Includes Three Newcomers
The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) held its annual elections to fill 11 of the 22 board seats. 33 candidates ran for election. All eight incumbents were reelected to a …
More Washington Cannabis Testing Lab Cheating Alleged
In early 2016, Dr. Jim McRae, founder of Straight Line Analytics, roiled the Washington cannabis industry with allegations of rampant cheating by licensed cannabis testing labs who were boosting THC …
NCIA Sees Big Increase in Number of Board of Director Candidates
The National Cannabis Industry Organization (NCIA) opened voting today for its Board of Directors. The Board has twenty-two Directors, each of whom serves a two-year term, and each year NCIA members fill …
The Future of Cannabis in California Can Be Craft
Ensuring a Path to Craft Cannabis Guest post by Amanda Reiman,Secretary of the International Cannabis Farmers Association and Head of Community Relations, Flow Kana and Kenny Morrison, CEO, VCC Brands.com and …
How Punitive Cannabis Tax 280E Could End
The cannabis industry faces several significant burdens, though perhaps none as onerous as 280E, an antiquated tax rule that prohibits companies that grow, process or sell cannabi from deducting operating …
Bipartisan Bills to Kill 280E Tax Introduced in Congress
Bipartisan Members of U.S. Senate and House Introduce Sweeping Measures to Reform Marijuana Policy and Support Cannabis Businesses In a key development, Rep. Carlos Curbelo (R-FL), Republican member of House …
ASTM Moves Forward to Develop Cannabis Standards
Global Standards Organization ASTM International Unveils New Cannabis Committee W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., March 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Pending approval from its board of directors, ASTM International announced yesterda…
ASTM International to Consider Cannabis Standards
ASTM International to Host Organizational Meeting on Potential Cannabis Standards W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Jan. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — By request from industry, ASTM International will host an organizational meeting …
NCIA to Present Cannabis Industry Awards
The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) will be presenting awards in several categories to its members at the Seed to Sale Show taking place in Denver on January 31st and …
Organically Grown Cannabis in Maine Recognized by Certifying Body
While many cannabis growers use organic methods in their cultivation, it is not possible to claim that the product is itself organic, as the federal government, through the U.S. Department …
“Big Alcohol” Won’t Dominate California Cannabis Industry
Big alcohol takeover? Guest post by Hezekiah Allen, Executive Director at California Growers Association Politico recently published a piece entitled “How Big Alcohol is About to Get Rich Off California Weed.”…
Hemp Industry Association Assesses USDA, FDA and DEA Joint Statement
Leading National Trade Association for Industrial Hemp Products Issues Response to Joint USDA & DEA Statement of Principles on Industrial Hemp WASHINGTON, Aug. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The Hemp Indust…
Women Grow CEO Leah Heise is Prepared to Manage Rapid Growth
Women Grow, which launched two years ago, has rapidly become one of the most powerful cannabis industry organizations, providing networking opportunities in 40 cities in North America on a monthly …
Find a Cannabis Expert through NCIA Knowledge-Sharing Network
Cannabis Expert Calling Network (ECN) Unveiled at Cannabis Business Summit and Expo National Cannabis Industry Association Knowledge-Sharing Platform Features Cannabis Industry Thought Leaders and Experts Oakland, CA (PR…
Get Ready for California Cannabis Appellations
Like the wine industry, California’s cannabis industry will be moving towards regional appellations. While the California Growers Association hasn’t yet shared its plans, Mendocino County has created 11 diffe…
ArcView and National Cannabis Industry Association Protest MassRoots NASDAQ Rejection
Following last week’s rejection of MassRoots (OTC:MSRT) by NASDAQ, the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA), the industry’s leading trade organization, and The ArcView Group, a highly respected angel…
Leading Cannabis Trade Association in Canada Changes Name and Broadens Mission in Front of Legalization
CMCIA Changes Name to Cannabis Canada Association – Evolution to Prepare for Both Medical and Consumer Cannabis Markets OTTAWA, May 18, 2016 /CNW Telbec/ – The Canadian Medical Cannabis Industry Association …
National Cannabis Industry Association Announces New Board
The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) announced the results of the election for the Board of Directors. The board consists of 22 members who serve two-year terms, with the election staggered. This …
Leading Cannabis Data Analytics Company Partnership to Benefit NCIA Members
As if membership in the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) weren’t already a great value, the organization, according to the Daily Camera, will give its members free access to market …
National Cannabis Industry Association Announces Candidates for Board of Directors
The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA), the cannabis industry’s only national trade association, opened voting today for its Board of Directors. The Board has twenty-two Directors, each of whom serves …
Hemp Industry Group Says FDA is Biased
Hemp Industries Association Responds to FDA Warning Letters Regarding Mislabeling of Cannabidiol (CBD) Products 19 Feb 2016 Washington, DC – Hemp Industries Association (HIA), the non-profit North American hemp trade …
