International Cannabis Weekly: 423

ZURICH EXTENDS ITS PILOT PROJECT FOR REGULATED CANNABIS SALES UNTIL 2028

The city of Zurich plans to extend its pilot project for regulated cannabis sales until 2028, two years beyond the originally planned date. Dubbed “Züri-Can,” the initiative was launched to test alternatives to prohibition and study the social and health effects of legal access to cannabis.

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‘SIGNIFICANT VARIATION IN STANDARDS’ FOUND ACROSS UK MEDICAL PHARMACIES

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AMERICAN COUNCIL OF CANNABIS MEDICINE LAUNCHES INITIATIVE TO IMPROVE PATIENT ACCESS

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• Germany’s TÜV organisation has called for more tougher cannabis road traffic laws.
• Portuguese start-up Nau Verde is aiming to revolutionise the hemp’s textile industry.
• CannaZores is returning to Terceira Island with focus on science and sustainability.
• Germany has approved 343 new cannabis cultivation associations nationwide.
• Dutch ‘Cannabus’ tour resumes to promote cannabis policy awareness and reform.
• Goodrays has extended its range outside CBD drinks with a product that can support “cognitive performance”.
• Alternaleaf has launched UK’s first dedicated women’s health cannabis service.
• Micro-credential course in cannabis metrology open for enrolment until 18 October.

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• New York has distributed its first $5 million in its plan for cannabis reinvestment grants.
• Ohio lawmakers advance proposal to roll back voter-approved cannabis law and regulate hemp.
• Pennsylvania senators approve bipartisan bill to establish new cannabis regulatory agency.
• Alcohol industry intensifies lobbying against hemp drinks as Congress weighs THC limits.
• Minnesota has signed a cannabis compact with Prairie Island Indian Community.
• US Supreme Court is poised to decide if federal gun ban applies to cannabis users.
• Michigan industry group files legal challenge against proposed cannabis tax increase.
• Massachusetts campaign to end adult-use cannabis market nears signature goal.

• Rubicon Organics secures Health Canada cultivation licence for Cascadia facility.
• A new survey is showing cannabis popularity declining among consumers in Quebec.
• Village Farms introduces innovative one-way aroma valve in Pure Sunfarms packaging.
• Akanda Corp increases investment in cannabis ventures to expand international footprint.
• Adastra Holdings completes sale of multiple subsidiaries in restructuring move.
• Organigram Global has announced an update to its CEO succession plans as search continues.

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• Colombia has intensified the national debate over future of national drug policy reform.
• Argentina’s cannabis industry is facing stagnation despite the huge market potential.

• The New Zealand Medicinal Cannabis Council reveals agenda for 2025 industry day.
• Australia’s ODC confirms import delays as unused permits limit national cannabis quota.

• Kenya’s cannabis culture is blending in with music and art in a growing creative scene.
• Experts are saying medicinal cannabis could boost Nigeria’s economy and innovation