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Texas Hemp: True Economic Numbers

March 16, 2025 | Legislative

“Who are you going to believe, me or your own lying eyes?” — Groucho Marx, noted comedian and cigar enthusiast This week’s release of the Whitney Economics study on the Texas Hemp Industry should have been an eye-opener—at least for anyone willing to acknowledge reality. The more I review the num…

Top Ten Prohibitionist Lies

March 7, 2025 | Legislative

The March 3 hearing showcased the best anti-THC talking points from the 1970’s, 80’s and beyond. Like a hit parade of bogus tunes, here’s the Top Ten Prohibitionist Lies 1. “Marijuana is a Gateway Drug” • Falsehood: Using marijuana leads people to use harder drugs like heroin or meth. • Reality: …

Americans Get Political News from Podcasters

January 21, 2025 | Podcast

The media landscape in America is undergoing a seismic shift. Traditional cable TV, once the dominant source of political news, is losing its grip as Americans increasingly turn to YouTube for information and analysis. This transformation is fueled by the platform’s accessibility, diversity…

From Event 201 to the Bird Flu Summit 2024:

January 4, 2025 | UFOs & CONSPIRACY

Exploring the Possibility of History Repeating Itself In October 2024, global health leaders, policymakers, and private sector representatives convened in Washington, D.C., for the Bird Flu Pandemic Preparedness Summit. This event, focused on addressing the growing risk of avian influenza, bore s…

From Magic Tricks to Global Smoke Circles: How Josh Kesselman Built the RAW Empire

January 3, 2025 | Business, Events, Pop Culture

Inside the sprawling halls of MJBizCon 2024, amid the neon-lit booths and the endless hum of conversations about cannabis futures, you’ll find a man in a jacket that sparkles like a Vegas marquee. He’s wearing Balenciaga sneakers, sportin’ a diamond-encrusted watch and carrying himself like a roc…

Rise of the Deep State: Attack of the Drones

January 2, 2025 | UFOs & CONSPIRACY

The Drone Deception: A Psyop to Push the Narrative of a Fake Alien Invasion In recent years, reports of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) have surged, with mainstream media and government agencies amplifying the mystery surrounding these incidents. However, beneath the surface of these headlin…

Champs Trade Show Las Vegas Winter

December 31, 2024 | Events

The CHAMPS Trade Show, a cornerstone event in the counterculture industry since 1999, is set to return to the Las Vegas Convention Center from February 12th to 15th, 2025. This premier business-to-business expo brings together a diverse array of exhibitors, including manufacturers, distributors, …

Hemp Industry Leaders of Texas demand Law enforcement stop using questionable standards

December 27, 2024 | News

Police Across Texas Using Faulty Testing to Raid Small Businesses Selling Legal Hemp Hemp Industry Leaders of Texas Demand Law Enforcement Stop Using Questionable Standards For Information: Kevin Lampe, Kurth Lampe Worldwide, 312-617-7280, kevin@kurthlampe.com Over the past year, local police and…

Cultivating Wellness: The Journey of Endozondo Farm

December 17, 2024 | Cultivation

Endozondo Farm, a Texas-based hemp operation, was born from a passion for natural wellness and a desire to offer affordable alternatives to traditional medicine. Founded by Arturo Elizondo and his family, the farm’s mission goes beyond cultivation—they are committed to sustainable farming, commun…

Illinois – Calls for Sensible Hemp Industry Regulation

December 12, 2024 | Legislative

Illinois Healthy Alternatives Association Calls for Sensible Hemp Industry Regulation Governor Pritzker is scheduled to hold a press conference on Friday to address issues in the hemp industry. The Illinois Healthy Alternatives Association, comprising retailers, growers, manufacturers, and…

Lt. Governor’s Prohibition Push: History Repeats in Texas Hemp Debate

December 9, 2024 | Legislative

When Lt. Governor Dan Patrick announced Senate Bill 3 to ban all forms of THC in Texas, he drew from a familiar political playbook. His declaration that “thousands of stores have opened to sell all types of dangerous products with unlimited THC” echoes rhetoric used to justify …

A Talk with Tejas: Diving Deep into Synthetics with Aaron Owens

December 7, 2024 | Texas Legal & Regulatory News

There is a crossroads in the hemp industry where many stakeholders clash. Some business owners and investors believe synthetic THC products should….

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Interns Wanted

November 20, 2024 | Podcast

Texas Hemp Reporter is seeking spring/summer interns to join the team from January 15 – June 20, 2025.

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Jury Finds LoneStar Farms, LLC, “d/b/a” Sweet Sensi Committed Constructive Fraud Against CenTex CBD

November 19, 2024 | Business

CenTex CBD beat back a claim by LoneStar Farms LLC, better known as Sweet Sensi, and their lawyer, Lisa Pittman, of misappropriation of trade secrets and intellectual property and allegations of unethical conduct.

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Errganix Hemp Farm is This Year’s Hemp Flower Champion

November 4, 2024 | Cultivation

Errganix Hemp Farm won this year’s Taste of Texas Hemp Cup flower competition with its Michigan Cherries submission.

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Keeping The Hemp Industry Strong

October 31, 2024 | CBD News & Business, Legislative

As the 89th Texas Legislative session approaches, William Oboyle, founder of MedaLeaf, said he doesn’t believe lawmakers will move to take the state’s hemp industry backward.

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