MSDH Suspends 70% of Medical Cannabis Products Over Pesticide Contamination Allegations
The recent concerns center on one of Mississippi’s largest medical cannabis testing facilities, Rapid Analytics, and the products certified through their facility. The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) has imposed an administrative hold on numerous medical cannabis products amid allegations that they were not properly tested for pesticides. Administrative Hold on Cannabis Products The […]
Medical Cannabis Industry Flourishes in Mississippi as Demand Grows
Tweaks to the medical cannabis program in Mississippi may include evaluating qualifying medical conditions for obtaining a medical cannabis card. In 2022, Mississippi officially legalized medical marijuana through the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Program (MMCP), which regulates the use of cannabis for specific approved medical conditions. This legislative approval has sparked the growth of a new […]
Mississippi Choctaws to Vote on Historic Decriminalization of Marijuana
PEARL RIVER, Miss.—On Tuesday, members of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians will cast their votes on potential changes to marijuana laws on Tribal land, coinciding with elections for nine Tribal Council seats in six communities. The referendum, titled 2025-01, asks voters whether they support the Tribe developing legislation to decriminalize and regulate marijuana possession, […]
Mississippi Advances Cannabis Legislation and Ibogaine Clinical Trials as Key Deadline Passes
As frozen precipitation continues to thaw across northern Mississippi, the state’s legislature is advancing in its current session. During a webinar on January 14, Spencer Ritchie, a Mississippi government affairs colleague, discussed the expected cannabis-related legislation. Now, one month into the session and shortly after the committee bill deadline, several of the proposed bills mentioned […]
Understanding CBD: Regulation and Oversight in Mississippi
Biloxi Councilman Robert Deming III’s CBD and kratom stores in Mississippi and North Carolina are currently under federal investigation. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has reported that agents discovered synthetic cannabis, commonly known as spice, labeled as CBD supplements and edibles within some of these retail locations. Additionally, Deming’s residence in Biloxi was also […]
Mississippi Approves New Licenses to Boost Emerging Industries
After years of legislative and legal delays, Mississippi’s medical marijuana industry is gradually taking shape. Since June 1, a select group of medical providers, patients, and businesses have received approval from the Mississippi State Department of Health, which is currently processing applications. Industry Developments Entrepreneurs like Jared Kobs, co-founder of Kudzu Cannabis, received a cultivation […]
Mississippi’s Medical Marijuana License Process Demands Stringent Requirements and Extensive Documentation
In the evolving landscape of Mississippi’s cannabis industry, prospective dispensary owners must navigate a comprehensive licensing process. The state requires detailed documentation and adherence to specific regulations to obtain a license to operate a dispensary. Essential Requirements for Licensing To qualify for a dispensary license, applicants must provide: A complete list of all parties holding […]
Mississippi’s Medical Marijuana Landscape: Key Developments and Future Outlook for 2022
In the wake of the passage of the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act, many residents expressed excitement about the new opportunities it presents. However, questions soon arose regarding the specifics of the legislation. Here’s a breakdown of the key components: Eligibility and Purchasing Framework Patients diagnosed with one of the 28 qualifying medical conditions, as listed […]
State-by-State Breakdown of Hemp Cultivation and Processing License Fees in 2023
Despite the federal legalization of hemp, states continue to navigate a complex landscape of regulations and fees associated with obtaining a hemp license. From states imposing no cultivation or processing fees to those implementing a tiered structure based on industry activities, there is a diverse range of approaches across the nation. This overview compiles the […]
Ole Miss Achieves Remarkable Growth in Federal Government Funding Over Five Years
The U.S. government is undertaking the largest cultivation of research marijuana in five years, driven by increasing interest in strains with high levels of THC and CBD. Despite the federal stance that classifies marijuana as illegal and dangerous, it remains the sole supplier for nearly all cannabis research in the country. Growing Demand for Diverse […]
Federally Authorized Grower Supplies Cannabis for Research Community Advances in Marijuana Studies
With 29 states and counting allowing medical marijuana, research into innovative and effective applications is becoming increasingly vital. The University of Mississippi stands out as the only federally authorized grower of marijuana, supplying essential plant material for research through a contract with the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Dr. Mahmoud ElSohly, co-director of the marijuana […]
Largest Marijuana Park East of the Mississippi to Open Near Lansing on 130 Acres
Plans are underway to develop a 130-acre medical marijuana industrial park in Windsor Township, which its investors claim will be the largest of its kind east of the Mississippi River. This project, named Harvest Park, is anticipated to generate up to 1,000 jobs in various marijuana-related sectors, according to Jeff Donahue, managing director of Harvest […]