AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHemp THC Policy Fight: A multibillion-dollar hemp THC market is bracing for a looming federal ban after Congress moved to close a loophole, pushing the effective date from Nov. 12 to Dec. 11—giving lawmakers more time to decide whether to regulate instead of eliminate. M&A Watch: Curaleaf sweetened its hostile bid for Edmonton’s Aurora Cannabis to $5 per Aurora share (up from $4), signaling a push to win over shareholders and accelerate a merger. Medical Cannabis Research: FDA is seeking public input on early-stage clinical trial design for ibogaine, aiming to balance potential therapies with serious safety concerns. Science & Safety: Northwestern researchers identified brain neurons tied to anxiety after cannabinoid exposure in mice, offering a possible explanation for “good trip” turning bad under stress. Veterans & Wellness: Cannatrol’s Cool Cure Limited Edition program added Operation Green Healing as its exclusive veterans nonprofit partner, funding outreach via sales. Public Health/Compliance: A new VA records-based op-ed argues rising cannabis use disorder diagnoses among veterans may be shaped by changing diagnostic rules, not just behavior. Regulatory/Enforcement: Police in Estonia say QR stickers near schools are steering users to online drug shops, raising fears about access by minors.
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