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420 with CNW — Michigan AG Says Private Cannabis Use Shouldn’t Jeopardize Unemployment Benefits

For years, marijuana’s classification at the federal level as a Schedule I controlled substance has been a major hurdle to the legal cannabis industry on a state level. Patients who use medical marijuana often face the risk of experiencing federal reprisals for taking part in an activity deemed legal by their home states and one that is geared towards improving their health and quality of life. Consequently, most federal organizations, which are required to adhere to federal policies, tend to deprive individuals who use state legal cannabis of certain benefits.

Michigan’s Attorney General Dana Nessel doesn’t believe this should be the norm. In a brief prepared by her office, she argued that employers cannot use cannabis consumption as a reason to disqualify their employees from receiving unemployment benefits. This came after three cases regarding cannabis and unemployment benefits were brought before the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Commission. Each case featured an employee who was found with cannabis metabolites in their system, which can remain in hair follicles for 90 days or more after consuming cannabis, and an employer who claimed that the drug test results disqualified that employee from unemployment benefits.

Specifically, these cases featured an off-duty HVAC employee who was involved in an accident while driving a company car, a warehouse worker who had to be hospitalized after being hurt on site, and a maintenance worker who was injured on company time. All three employees tested positive for marijuana after submitting to a drug test, although they claim that they were sober and clear minded at the time of their accidents. Their employers tried to use their drug test results to deny unemployment benefits using state law, which says that individuals who test positive for illegal substances are liable for disqualification.

Presenting their cases before administrative judges, two of the employees won their cases while one lost. This Monday, Nessel released her brief in support of employees who consume legal marijuana. She argued that cannabis use cannot be used as a basis for penalizing or denying the rights and benefits of anyone older than 21 years of age. Employers have no control over their employees in their private lives, she says, and they have no right to call what their employees do in their free time “misconduct.” The drug disqualification the employers tried to base their cases on only applies to illegal drugs, which cannabis isn’t in several states, including Michigan.

This mismatch between state and federal law has consistently been a thorn in the cannabis sector’s side. While Nessel’s brief defends the rights of workers who choose to use state legal cannabis, it is a sign of a deeper problem that requires swift attention. With lawmakers considering legislation to federally deschedule cannabis, there is a chance that individuals will no longer be penalized for acts that are legal in their home states.

The position of the attorney general in Michigan with regard to the right of people to consume state-legal cannabis during their private time is a plus for the entire cannabis industry, including companies such as American Cannabis Partners because it takes marijuana a step closer to being looked at like any other legal substance, such as alcohol.

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CNW420 spotlights the latest developments in the rapidly evolving cannabis industry through the release of two informative articles each business day. Our concise, informative content serves as a gateway for investors interested in the legalized cannabis sector and provides updates on how regulatory developments may impact financial markets. Articles are released each business day at 4:20 a.m. and 4:20 p.m. Eastern – our tribute to the time synonymous with cannabis culture. If marijuana and the burgeoning industry surrounding it are on your radar, CNW420 is for you! Check back daily to stay up-to-date on the latest milestones in the fast -changing world of cannabis.

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420 with CNW — What’s Driving the Renewed Interest in Hemp?

Hemp is a cannabis sativa plant species that has long been cultivated for industrial use. Unlike marijuana, it contains low levels of THC, which is the main psychoactive ingredient in marijuana that induces a high.

Hemp is used in many products and materials. For instance, hemp is used in textiles to keep knees in jeans from wearing out because it is stronger than cotton. Some claim that the plant is also stronger than steel, which could explain why electric vehicle and car manufacturers use it to reinforce some vehicle components, such as door panels. A good example of this would be BMW, which uses hemp-based fibers to strengthen its car paneling. Henry Ford also utilized hemp in his car designs.

The plant is also biodegradable and can be used to solve the lumber crisis, as hemp-based materials are more affordable in comparison with wood. Hemp is also more readily available because the plant is harvested annually.

Wood products manufactured from hemp are also said to be more solid and beautiful than products made from timber. Additionally, hemp is used in designing wood paneling and hardwood floors, which saves contractors money in every project and produces a superior product.

Hemp is also pest free and low dust as well as mold, fire and rot resistant. This, among many other reasons, helps explain the growing interest in hemp. However, there are issues that plague this burgeoning industry.

The main barrier is the lack of processing capacity in various regions across the country, which makes it harder for hemp cultivators to ready their harvest for market. At the moment, most growers and farmers have to hang-dry their hemp by hand, which requires expensive and limited labor; harvesting also requires a lot of time and space. This whole harvesting process is also weather sensitive, and growers may have a hard time finding a buyer even after the final product is ready.

This is why in most scenarios, growers have to deal with their buyers directly, which may not always be ideal for a farmer because the hemp infrastructure and supply chain isn’t as developed as the chain for other agricultural crops, such as soybeans or corn.

Some companies have noticed these gaps in the market and are working towards making it easier for farmers to process their product, find buyers and distribute hemp without the hassle. This is in addition to finding ways to make use of every single part of the hemp plant, which will reduce waste. This is what Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) is doing by making hemp textiles.

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CannabisNewsBreaks – Sugarmade Inc. (SGMD) Closes on Acquisition of Property Designated as Second LA Nug Avenue Delivery Hub

Sugarmade (OTC: SGMD), an emerging leader in the vertically integrated cannabis marketplace based in California, has closed on its previously announced acquisition of a Los Angelese property; the company noted that the property has been designated as a new distribution and delivery hub for SGMD’s Nug Avenue cannabis delivery segment. The company has also previously announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding to apply and obtain three non-storefront California cannabis licenses from the Los Angeles Department of Cannabis Regulation; the company is also applying for corresponding licenses from the California Bureau of Cannabis Control. These licenses should provide the licensing foundation for the opening of three new cannabis-related commercial operations in California. “We are very excited to announce the upcoming location of our new Nug Avenue delivery hub, which is in a prime position to serve the downtown LA area,” said Sugarmade CEO Jimmy Chan in the press release. “Our initial Nug Avenue location has been open for nearly six months and has established a strong brand with tremendous growth in membership — already exceeding 10,000 members and growing fast. Our remaining licenses can be applied to both expansion and verticalization of Nug Avenue operations as we continue to build a top-tier, farm-to-door leader in the California cannabis marketplace.”

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About Sugarmade Inc.

Sugarmade is a product and branding marketing company investing in operations and technologies with disruptive potential. The company’s portfolio includes CarryOutsupplies.com, SugarRush(TM), NUG Avenue, Lemon Glow and Budcars. For more information about the company, please visit www.Sugarmade.com.

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CannabisNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Featured in PCG Report Noting Company Could Deliver for Investors

Lexaria Bioscience (NASDAQ: LEXX), a global innovator in drug-delivery platforms, is featured in a report issued by PCG Digital Holdings LLC, an affiliate of PCG Advisory Inc. In the report, PCG noted that “Lexaria, delivering active ingredients to patients, could deliver for investors too.” The report stated that LEXX may be poised for a surge as the company’s DehydraTECH(TM) platform has proven to be an effective way to deliver active ingredients. The release noted that DehydraTECH had shown effectiveness as a hypertension treatment using CBD as well as with various antivirals. In addition, the release reported that DehydraTECH-enabled products are currently available in more than 7,000 retail outlets located throughout the United States and that the “book-to-market ratio suggests a great deal of confidence in management.” PCG observed that “LEXX was on an upward trend and trading around $8.50 per share in mid-July, about a dollar away from a 12-month peak. That momentum gave investors the confidence to exercise another $3.8 million in existing warrants and, with the risk of dilution setting in, the stock price retreated to about $5.50. Considering Lexaria’s market cap is still almost $30 million, maybe a one-third drop in share price is a bit too excessive a reaction compared to only a one-tenth expansion in share dilution. And the company appears to have about $12 million in cash, roughly $2 per share. The fundamentals have only changed for the better over the past few months. The company operates an in-house research laboratory and holds a robust intellectual property portfolio with 21 patents granted and over 50 patent applications pending around the world. The company is vertically integrated with subsidiaries in the hemp, oral nicotine, and pharmaceutical industries. It should also be noted that the July stock price surge came on the news of DehydraTECH’s efficacy in connection with a colchicine, a COVID-19 therapy.”

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About Lexaria Bioscience Corp.

Lexaria Bioscience’s proprietary drug-delivery technology, DehydraTECH(TM), improves the way active pharmaceutical ingredients (“APIs”) enter the bloodstream by promoting healthier oral ingestion methods and increasing the effectiveness of fat-soluble active molecules, thereby lowering overall dosing. The company’s technology can be applied to many different ingestible product formats including foods, beverages, oral suspensions, tablets and capsules. Since 2016, DehydraTECH has repeatedly demonstrated the ability to increase bioabsorption of cannabinoids and nicotine by up to 5 to 10 times, reduce time of onset from one to two hours to minutes, and mask unwanted tastes; the technology is planned to be further evaluated for orally administered bioactive molecules including anti-viral drugs, vitamins, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and more. Lexaria has licensed DehydraTECH to multiple companies including a world-leading tobacco producer for the development of smokeless, oral-based nicotine products and for use in industries that produce cannabinoid beverages, edibles and oral products. Lexaria operates a licensed in-house research laboratory and holds a robust intellectual property portfolio with 21 patents granted and more than 50 patents pending worldwide. For more information about the company, please visit www.LexariaBioscience.com. 

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CannabisNewsBreaks – Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Announces Plans to Acquire Industry Leading Vessel Brand

Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC), a leading all-outdoor cultivator and manufacturer of global cannabis products and brands, today announced its entry into a letter of intent (“LOI”) to acquire 100% of Vessel Brand Inc. Vessel is driving cannabis and wellness industries forward by bringing to market innovative products and experiences that elevate consumer expectations. With its decades of go-to-market experience, unique lineup of high-end dry-herb accessories and vape pen batteries, and bespoke product programs for brands, Vessel is the go-to product line for consumers, multistate operators and brands alike. “As we ramp up production and continue scaling for global growth, we believe that the proposed acquisition of Vessel positions us strategically at an extremely pivotal time. We’re very much looking forward to working with the entire Vessel team, who has a proven history in scaling consumer packaged goods brands and optimizing and executing sales and marketing strategies,” said Luis Merchan, president and CEO of Flora. “Beyond the attractive financial metrics based on Vessel’s high-margin luxury product line, we are adding bench strength and premier talent to capture the many market opportunities around the world as we look to further diversify our innovative product lines and globally recognized brands.”

To view the full press release, visit https://cnw.fm/XksiT

About Flora Growth Corp.

Flora is a cannabis company that leverages natural, cost-effective cultivation practices to supply cannabis derivatives to its diverse business divisions of cosmetics, hemp textiles, and food and beverage. As the operator of one of the largest outdoor cultivation facilities, Flora strives to market a higher-quality premium product at below-market prices. By prioritizing natural ingredients and value-chain sustainability across its portfolio, Flora creates premium products that help consumers restore and thrive. Visit www.FloraGrowth.ca or follow @floragrowthcorp on social for more information.

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CannabisNewsBreaks – Chalice Brands Ltd. (CSE: CHAL) (OTCQB: CHALF) Announces Participation at Q3 Virtual Investor Summit

Chalice Brands (CSE: CHAL) (OTCQB: CHALF), a premier consumer-driven cannabis company specializing in retail, production, processing, wholesale and distribution, will be participating and presenting at the upcoming Q3 Virtual Investor Summit. The summit is scheduled for Aug. 17–18, 2021. CHALF management, including president and CEO Jeff Yapp and executive chair John Varghese will host a virtual presentation during the gathering; that presentation is slated to begin on Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2021, at 11 a.m. ET. In addition, the two executives will also participate in one-on-one meetings with potential investors.

To register for the event, visit https://cnw.fm/n8eb1

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About Chalice Brands Ltd.

Chalice Brands is a premier consumer-driven cannabis company specializing in production, processing, wholesale, distribution and retail with 12 dispensaries in Portland, Oregon. The company is committed to developing a dynamic portfolio built around the recognized brands of Chalice Farms, with a focus on health and wellness. Chalice operates nationally through Fifth & Root and has operations in Oregon and California. For more information about the company, visit https://investors.ChaliceBrandsLtd.com.

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CannabisNewsBreaks – The Alkaline Water Company Inc. (NASDAQ: WTER) (CSE: WTER) Announces Q1 2022 Results — Another Record Quarter

The Alkaline Water Company (NASDAQ: WTER) (CSE: WTER), the country’s largest independent alkaline water company, released its financial reports for first quarter 2022, marking continued growth and record revenue. The report, for the period ended June 30, 2021, noted that revenue for the company reached $14.1 million, an increase of 19.6% on a two-year stacked basis and the 33rd straight comparable quarter of record sales. The quarter also saw a partnership agreement with NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal and Authentic Brands Group; distribution agreements made with major retailers, including CVS and Harris Teeter; the unveiling of eco-friendly white aluminum bottles nationwide; and continued commitment to key strategic initiatives, including big box, clubs and other nontraditional retailers as well as e-commerce, hospitality, convenience stores, international and CBD. “I’m pleased to announce that in the first quarter of fiscal 2022, The Alkaline Water Company secured a three-year partnership with Shaquille O’Neal and Authentic Brands Group (“ABG”) in which Shaq will serve as a member of our advisory board and as brand ambassador,” said The Alkaline Water Company president and CEO Richard A. Wright in the press release. “This quarter also saw record revenue and strong continued growth. Even when compared to last year’s pantry-loading, our first quarter fiscal 2022 was our 33rd straight comparable quarter of record sales. The momentum from our fourth quarter of fiscal 2021 has carried over into our first quarter fiscal 2022 and led to revenue of $14.1 million, a 5% increase year-over-year, and 19.6% increase on a two-year stacked basis. Fiscal 2022 is shaping up to be a watershed year for The Alkaline Water Company. All the hard work and execution over the last eight years is coming to fruition, and I believe that Alkaline88(R) will be a household name this fiscal year.”

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About The Alkaline Water Company

Founded in 2012, The Alkaline Water Company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. Its flagship product, Alkaline88(R), is a leading premier alkaline water brand available in bulk and single-serve sizes along with eco-friendly aluminum packaging options. With its innovative, state-of-the-art proprietary electrolysis process, Alkaline88(R) delivers perfect 8.8 pH balanced alkaline drinking water with trace minerals and electrolytes and boasts the company’s trademarked Clean Beverage label. Quickly being recognized as a growing lifestyle brand, Alkaline88 launched A88 Infused(TM) in 2019 to meet consumer demand for flavor-infused products. A88 Infused(TM) flavored water is available in six unique all-natural flavors, with new flavors coming soon. In 2021, The Alkaline Water Company was pleased to welcome Shaquille O’Neal to its board of advisors and to serve as the celebrity brand ambassador for the Alkaline88 and A88 Infused brands. To learn more about the company, please visit www.Alkaline88.com and www.TheAlkalineWaterCo.com.

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420 with CNW — How to Use Supplemental Lighting While Growing Cannabis Outdoors

Cannabis is an interesting crop to cultivate. The crop is part of a group of plants that use photoperiodism to determine their biological calendar, which means they rely on the length of days and nights to initiate physiological changes. Simply put, a certain number of daylight hours will induce a specific developmental stage, with most cannabis growers applying more than 18 hours of light every day to keep their plants in the vegetative stage and 12 hours of light to induce flowering.

When you mention supplementary lighting, most growers think of indoor grows that have no access to sunlight. However, did you know that you could also apply supplemental lights to an outdoor cannabis farm? Efficient use of outdoor lights can allow growers to take advantage of their real estate for larger yields without having to resort to greenhouses and blackout clothes. To understand how, let’s take a quick look at cannabis history.

Since cannabis has been illegal for decades, we don’t know a lot about it. This isn’t just restricted to its effects but regarding genetics as well. Most of the cannabis genetics currently on the market were bred for the states that first allowed cannabis cultivation. Including Colorado, Washington and Oregon, these Northern states have longer summer days that allow for a longer vegetative state (as much as seven weeks) and large yields. In Southern states with shorter summer days, these cannabis breeds with the same genetics would have a short vegetative stage (around one to two weeks), leading to stunted growth and smaller yields.

That’s where supplemental outdoor lights come in. If you are growing cannabis that is dependent on longer days to vegetate in a region with shorter days, say fourteen hours per day, you will have to trick the plants into thinking the days are longer. Called “night interruption,” this process involves shining low lighting to plants during the night to make the days longer, at least from the plants’ perspective. This can be done from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. using stadium lights or floodlights. Ensure you use several lights on multiple sides of your farm to ensure all the plants receive sufficient light. If any of them are shaded, they can still begin flowering.

Some farmers use string lights, which can be pricey when applied to an outdoor grow. LEDs will also work, and they are easier on the pocket. You may also want to look into different cannabis genetics to find the ones bred for your latitude. If you cannot find a variety that’s suited for your location, strategic use of night interruption could ensure your cannabis stays in the vegetative stage for longer and produces a large yield.

The cannabis sector is evolving quickly, and established companies such as Chalice Brands Ltd. (CSE: CHAL) (OTCQB: CHALF) are constantly on the hunt for new techniques that can give them an advantage in terms of superior yields and high-quality products.

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About CNW420

CNW420 spotlights the latest developments in the rapidly evolving cannabis industry through the release of two informative articles each business day. Our concise, informative content serves as a gateway for investors interested in the legalized cannabis sector and provides updates on how regulatory developments may impact financial markets. Articles are released each business day at 4:20 a.m. and 4:20 p.m. Eastern – our tribute to the time synonymous with cannabis culture. If marijuana and the burgeoning industry surrounding it are on your radar, CNW420 is for you! Check back daily to stay up-to-date on the latest milestones in the fast -changing world of cannabis.

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420 with CNW — Illinois Sets New Recreational Cannabis Monthly Sales Record

The Department of Financial and Professional Regulation in the state of Illinois has revealed that legal cannabis sales in July 2021 broke the state’s record, with more than $125 million in gross recreational receipts. This figure is about $10 million higher than the state’s prior sales record, which was set in May of this year.

This shows that despite the growing economic uncertainty and the ongoing pandemic, Illinois’ popular marijuana program is continuing to prosper.

Data released shows that last month, consumers bought more than 2.8 million individual marijuana items, which is another monthly record. About 69% of the total recreational receipts come from in-state residents, which equates to roughly $85 million. Out-of-state residents made up the remainder of this amount.

Some attribute the boost in sales to out-of-state visitors who came in high numbers for the Lollapalooza music fest, which took place in Chicago. Retailers in the West Loop and River North reported that during that period their sales increased by over 50%. However, sales to residents of the state also saw a substantial increase, growing by more than $6 million, in comparison with June’s sales figures.

It should be noted that these figures aren’t inclusive of medical marijuana sales as they are tracked separately by another agency.

If sales in the state continue increasing, Illinois may rake in more than $1 billion in adult-use cannabis sales by the end of the year, which would mean a substantial increase in revenue for the state. Last year, the state of Illinois reported $205 million in cannabis tax revenue and sold roughly $670 million in marijuana. A report released in May by the state’s Department of Revenue also shows that Illinois brought in more tax revenue from cannabis than alcohol for the first time in 2021’s first quarter.

Cannabis tax revenue in the state is being put to good use, with state officials having recently placed more than $3 million in marijuana-generated funds into street intervention programs in efforts to decrease violence. Additionally, in January, the state announced that it would be distributing $31 million in grants financed by cannabis tax dollars to communities that were disproportionately affected by the war on drugs. These funds are part of the state’s R3 program (Restore, Reinvest and Renew), which was set up under the state’s adult-use marijuana legalization law.

Legislators in the state also recently advanced a bill to the governor’s desk that would create more marijuana business licensing opportunities, which would allow individuals from disproportionately affected communities to take part in the cannabis industry.

The impressive growth seen in the recreational cannabis industry in Illinois is a strong indicator that companies entering the market, including Red White & Bloom Brands Inc. (CSE: RWB) (OTCQX: RWBYF), appear to be in an ideal position to thrive in the state.

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CannabisNewsBreaks – Chalice Brands Ltd. (CSE: CHAL) (OTCQB: CHALF) Taps into ‘High-Achieving, Goal-Focused, Innovative Mover and Shaker Expertise’

Chalice Brands (CSE: CHAL) (OTCQB: CHALF), a consumer-driven cannabis company in medicinal and recreational marijuana market segments, recently appointed retail veteran Ginger Mollo as chief integration officer for the company and general manager of Fifth & Root, a nationally recognized CBD skin-care brand based in California. “Mollo brings extensive experience with her; she has held several positions in retail and company development at companies such as Limited Brands and Apple,” reads a recent article. Chalice CEO and president Jeff Yapp, while speaking about the appointment, said, “We are thrilled to add Ginger, the woman who had her fingertips on Apple stores, bring us her high-achieving, goal-focused, and innovative mover and shaker expertise, with over 20 years of retail experience to Fifth & Root. We look forward to benefitting from Ginger’s experience in the progressive retail space to elevate the structure and style of Fifth & Root to the next level. She brings many years of interpersonal communication, collaborative problem solving and critical thinking to the leadership team.”

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Chalice Brands is a premier consumer-driven cannabis company specializing in production, processing, wholesale, distribution and retail, with 12 dispensaries in Portland, Oregon. The company is committed to developing a dynamic portfolio built around the recognized brands of Chalice Farms, with a focus on health and wellness. Chalice Brands operates nationally through Fifth and Root and has operations in Oregon and California. Visit https://Investors.ChaliceBrandsLtd.com for regular updates.

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