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Originally posted by @Michael Starks: Hello BP, I’m a New Mortgage Broker and I was curious if anyone had any advice for me with Social Media Strategies and Marketing? Thanks Welcome to the site Michael. To be successful markeitng your business on social media you need to lead with value.
Trade talks this week with China went nowhere and attitudes are hardening
Welcome to FTR’s “Monday Morning Coffee “ blog. The following article is designed to keep busy executives up to date with the latest economic data releases. Released every Monday, this blog promises to keep our clientele updated with the latest weekly economic news and developments, highlighting its impact on the transportation, freight, and equipment markets. Hopefully, this will be an informative addition to the fine body of work associated with FTR.
Bills Passed to Expand MMJ, Legalize Industrial Hemp in New Mexico | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet Two bills have moved their way through separate houses of the New Mexico Legislature that would expand the state’s medical cannabis program, and exempt industrial hemp from New Mexico’s Controlled Substance Act. The medical cannabis proposal, sponsored by Democratic Sen. Cisco McSorley, was approved by the Senate 29-11but only after an amendment was filed removing a provision which would have allowed all military veterans access to the program regardless of their medical conditions.
New Zealand Health Officials Change MMJ Rules to Ease Access | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet Medical cannabis laws have been loosened in New Zealand as patients will no longer need to gain approval from the Minister of Health, according to a report from Stuff. Instead of patients having to bring their case all the way to the top, the Ministry of Health, as an agency, can sign-off on all applications. Associate Health Minister Peter Dunne announced that the new rule takes effect immediately.
Oregon Commission Bars Cannabis-Infused Alcohol, Hemp OK | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet The Oregon Liquor Control Commission will allow alcohol brewers and distillers to use hemp in their products but have declined to allow the use of THC-rich cannabis in alcohol production, according to an advisory document from the commission released today. The hemp used by brewers must meet the federal standards and the formulas and labeling used by brewers must be approved by the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Trade Bureau.
Health Canada Greenlights Emblem Corp. Cannabis Oil Production | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet TOTAL SHARES Ontario, Canada’s Emblem Corp. has been granted a permit from Health Canada to produce cannabis oils, the company announced in a press release. Gordon Fox, CEO, said the approval is “an incredibly important milestone” for the company, positioning them to “actively execute” the business plan for their pharmaceutical division.
Humboldt County Growers' Strain Named Emerald Cup’s Top Flower | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet 0 TOTAL SHARES Zkittles, a flower strain from Humboldt County growers The Dookie Brothers, took home the top prize at this year’s Emerald Cup, according to the Emerald Report. The strain was described as “Skittles from the vending machine at a high school football game,” with a sweet tropical flavor and smell. The event was only the second for the Dookie Brothers, whose winning indica-dominant strain is bred by 3rd Gen Family and Terp Hogz.
Cayman Islands Gov. Signs Medical Cannabis Bill | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet 0 TOTAL SHARES Medicinal use of cannabis oil is now legal in the Cayman Islands for the treatment of conditions such as epilepsy and cancer and as a pain reliever for rheumatoid and osteoarthritis symptoms, according to a report from the Cayman News Service. The amendment to the island nation’s Misuse of Drugs Law was signed by Gov. Helen Kilpatrick last week with the full support of the Legislative Assembly.
Fifth MMJ Company Will Begin Trading on the Australian Stock Exchange Tomorrow | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet 0 TOTAL SHARES Medical cannabis company Zelda Therapeutics will hit the Australian Stock Exchange tomorrow, according to a Proactive Investors report. Zelda will become the fifth medical cannabis company to be listed on the exchange, following a reverse takeover by Gleneagle Gold Ltd. The move comes after the U.S.-based medical cannabis group – Aunt Zelda’s – was spun off and subsequently raised $4 million and transitioned into a publicly listed company, the report says.
Arizona Legalization Prop. 205 Results: Live Updates | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet TOTAL SHARES Arizona is making its first attempt at cannabis legalization this year in hopes of catching up with other western states. Under Proposition 205, Arizona adults would be entitlted to the possession, use, and cultivation of up to six cannabis plants for personal use. Arizona’s cannabis advocates have faced steep opposition to their bid to legalize the adult use of cannabis, including major contributions from both a pharmaceutical company and a prison services company.
Maine Legalization Question 1 Results: Live Updates | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet 0 TOTAL SHARES Maine joins Massachusetts as the earliest East Coast attempts at a state legalization initiative (the District of Columbia legalized by voter initiative in 2014). Question 1 on the Maine general election ballot would legalize adult-use cannabis for anyone 21 years old or older. The Maine legalization story has drummed up a lot of controversy and support throughout its course this year.
Montana Medical Marijuana Initiative 182 Results: Live Updates | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet 0 TOTAL SHARES Montana’s “Medical Marijuana Act” is not much of a medical cannabis legalization vote, it’s more of a re-legalization vote. Specifically, this law repeals a whole heap of restrictions that were put in place by state lawmakers years ago and upheld earlier this year by the Montana Supreme Court. Starting August 31, medical cannabis providers in Montana were limited to serving only three patients.
Arkansas Supreme Court Disqualifies One of the State's Two MMJ Measures | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet 0 TOTAL SHARES One of Arkansas’ competing measures to legalize medical cannabis — the Arkansas Medical Cannabis Act — has been disqualified from the ballot by the Arkansas Supreme Court, according to a 40/29 News report. The other legalization measure, the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment, remains on the ballot and will be appearing before voters in the November 8 general election.
Florida NORML Files Emergency Injunction After MMJ Question Omitted from Some Ballots | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet NORML of Florida is suing Broward County Supervisor of Elections Dr. Brenda Snipes after it was revealed that mail-in ballots had been sent to voters omitting the medical marijuana amendment ballot question, the chapter announced in a Facebook post. The lawsuit is asking a judge to require new ballots, along with an information sheet explaining why they are being provided, be printed and distributed.
Israeli MMJ Firm Completes Cannabinoid-Enriched Tablet for Non-Smoking Patients | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet SHARES Israel-based OWC Pharmaceutical has announced the completion of a cannabinoid-enriched sublingual tablet for patients who are not able to, or do not wish to, smoke cannabis as a medicine delivery method, the company announced in a press release. They are currently seeking approval for the tablet by the Israeli Ministry of Health’s Medicinal Cannabis Unit.
North American Cannabis Holdings Reports 23% FY2016 Growth | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet SHARES North American Cannabis Holdings Inc. reported 23 percent annual growth during fiscal year 2016, reporting $515,475 in sales and eliminating over $2 million in debt — more than 45 percent, the company announced in a press release. The company operates a variety of enterprises including hemp farming in Vermont and growing medical cannabis in Maine, to extraction and edibles.
Detroit Officials Continuing Crackdowns on Dispensaries | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet SHARES Officials in Detroit, Michigan are shuttering dispensaries but seemingly will not reach their stated goal to have just 50 in the city by December, according to a report by Crain’s Detroit Business. In March, Detroit Corporate Counsel Melvin “Butch” Hollowell counted 273 dispensaries operating in the city — now there are 171. “Eighty seven (of the 273) are out of business. Seven of those closed voluntarily, and 80 we’ve closed,” he said in the report.
Canadian Health Agencies Suggest 25 as Legal Age to Buy Cannabis | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet SHARES Ottawa’s Board of Health has recommended that the legal age for buying cannabis should be 25, according to a report by the CBC. The suggestion is one of 33 outlined in a report by a federal task force aimed at establishing ways to minimize harm, and produce and distribute marijuana safely. The minimum age recommendation was not a consensus among the health agencies, but it is in line with the opinion of the Canadian Health Association.
Susan Rust: Why Cannabis Companies Should Invest in Their Brand | Ganjapreneur
Susan Rust is Founder of 4blooms, a California-based boutique marketing firm serving cannabis industry clients. Susan brings 20+ years of enterprise web development, creative design, operations, sales & marketing experience to the cannabis space. We recently interviewed Susan about marketing strategies for cannabis companies. In our discussion, she describes the problems faced by cannabis companies and highlights some under-utilized marketing avenues to help surmount them.
Poll: New Mexico Voters Support Recreational Use | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet SHARES Voters in New Mexico strongly support legalizing the adult use of cannabis, according to a poll by the Albuquerque Journal, which found 61 percent would support a legalization proposal with 34 percent opposed.
Report Predicts 37 Percent Growth for Cannabis Industry Through 2020 | Ganjapreneur
Share Tweet SHARES According to new research by the Market Reports Center, the worldwide legal cannabis market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 37.38 percent from 2016 to 2020, the company said in a press release. The analysts point to the “digitization trend in business processes” and “rising social acceptance” of marijuana as key drivers for the market’s growth.
Study: Doctors Generally Unconcerned by Cannabis Use, GOP Docs Less Likely to Recommend MMJ | Ganjapreneur
According to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Republican doctors are less likely to recommend the use of medical cannabis than their Democratic counterparts, but the study also discovered that, in all, doctors cared less about cannabis use than they did other “risky” behaviors such as tobacco use or sex with a prostitute.
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