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Whitney: Economic Impact of the Texas Hemp Industry

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Total Market Value: The Texas hemp-derived cannabinoid industry generates $5.5 billion annually. • Retail Sales: The retail sector alone contributes $4.3 billion in revenue. • Overall Economic Impact: The industry supports $10.2 billion in total economic activity. • Tax Contributions: Hemp-derive…

A History of Marijuana Prohibition Fueled by Fear and Prejudice

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In the early 20th century, a new moral crusade took root in Texas against a little-known intoxicant: marijuana. Local headlines warned of a “native Mexican herb which causes the smoker to crave murder” . Preachers, politicians, and press alike painted cannabis as a menace lurking in immigrant com…

Texas Hemp: True Economic Numbers

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“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

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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

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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:

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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  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

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

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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

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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.

The 420 Times

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Anyone new to a medical cannabis dispensary quickly discovers that […]

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A five-location multi-state operator and a single dispensary’s in-house cultivator […]

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The legal cannabis market is growing fast, and online sales […]

Cannabis Feed • Google News

Millions of Americans Use Cannabis to Help Them Sleep. It […]

Laws to be strengthened for medicinal cannabis in Jersey  BBC […]

Why Poughkeepsie cannabis dispensary Black Market has been suspended  The Poughkeepsie […]

Beyond the Podium: GOP attorney general candidate Gordon noted for […]

Marijuana Report

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Cannabis Industry Journal

– Pam Chmiel

CEO Micah Anderson discusses the economics of cannabis cultivation, lessons […]

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Purchase history tells dispensaries what customers buy, but understanding how […]

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Nearly 145,000 lab samples reveal how far regulated cannabis flower […]

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How state regulators plan to root out THC inflation and […]

– Pam Chmiel

On one side is the DEA, where the administrative law […]

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