Travel back in time as FC Squared explains the ancient history of hashish as it traveled along the Silk Road to the modern Western world. Frenchy Cannoli and Mila the Hash Queen, two icons in the hash space, greatly helped normalize hashish in the West through their travels across the East. One will learn their fascinating stories, as well as their integral roles in the history of hash’s journey to Europe and ultimately America. 

In the heart of Humboldt County, California, a groundbreaking collaboration has culminated in the launch of a revolutionary new product. Nasha Cannabis Brands celebrated for its premium hash and live rosin extract, has joined forces with leading cannabis vape technology pioneers CCELL and 3WIN CORP to create the Rosin Bar, a cutting-edge disposable vape device.

This partnership is the result of an extraordinary journey of research, development, and rigorous testing. NASHA’s expertise in crafting pure, potent oils has seamlessly combined with CCELL’s advanced HeRo heating technology, resulting in a device that redefines the standards of cannabis vaping.

Juana’s Garden, a new cannabis boutique, is set to open its doors in Vermont, offering a unique and sensory experience for cannabis enthusiasts. Founded by Cintia Lovo Arias, a Colombian musician, and David Pransky, a musician and Vermont native renowned for creating the Manifestivus music festival, Juana’s Garden is a manifestation of their love for high-quality natural goods, combined with their musical expertise and cultural inspirations.

Long Beach, CA - July 26th, 2024 – The Canna Boss Babes, a women empowerment podcast and organization founded by Ishqa Hillman, today announced the fourth annual Babes in the Bay event, set to take place August 8th - 11th in beautiful Long Beach, California. This year’s event promises to be the most exciting yet, with a focus on collaboration, community, and growth within the cannabis industry.

Fitchburg, Massachusetts July 12, 2024- Perfect Pair from the breeder Tiki Madman (@tikimadman) out of Michigan, is a delectable strain with good daytime effects. Fresh Connection (@freshconnectionbos) started this girl from seed and had 5 beautiful phenotypes to hunt through. It was a difficult decision, but they decided to stick with Perfect Pair #25, which is what you will find on the shelves across Massachusetts. Think kiefy and a similar nose to MAC, with hints of lemon and a little bit of cheese on the back end.

“We are thrilled to host our second annual Day of Peace volunteer event, taking small steps to help combat plastic waste across the communities where we live and work,” said Laura Fogelman, VP of Communications & Public Affairs at PAX. “Make no mistake that we are facing a plastic waste crisis. With less than 9% of plastics recycled globally, we have an urgent responsibility to be good stewards of our planet and address the plastics lifecycle. PAX is proud to bring our extended cannabis community together for a day of action, and to help raise broader awareness around this important issue.”

Jointly is excited to unveil Spark Pro, a revolutionary AI-driven tool designed to empower budtenders and transform the cannabis retail experience.

Cannabis is becoming increasingly accepted, yet it remains widely misunderstood. As a complex plant with diverse applications, the spread of legalization is outpacing the dissemination of proper usage information, which is crucial for safe and beneficial consumption.

July 9, 2024—Today, the California State Fair Cannabis Awards announced its Gold and Silver medal winners. Judges awarded more than 100 medals across nine categories and 44 subcategories, including outdoor flower, mixed light flower, pre-rolls, concentrates, cartridges, edibles, beverages and wellness products.

Gold medal winners are now vying for nine coveted “Best of California” Golden Bear trophies, likened to the new “Michelin Guide” of cannabis products. With more than 500 entries in 2024—double that of 2023—the California State Fair Cannabis Awards is the largest sanctioned cannabis competition in the world.

Grove Bags, the leading provider of USA-Made cannabis packaging powered by TerpLoc® Technology, announces the launch of ExIce, an eco-friendly storage solution designed to address the unique challenges of preserving fresh frozen cannabis.

ExIce is the only fresh frozen storage solution available on the market that’s completely water-soluble.

Jointly, a leading cannabis discovery platform, is excited to announce its integration with seven major cannabis point-of-sale (POS) software providers. They are: Dutchie, Blaze, POSaBIT, GrowFlow, Cova, Treez, and Proteus420. These integrations streamline the onboarding process for cannabis retailers onto the Jointly platform, facilitating access to a community of purposeful cannabis consumers and the innovative Spark Pro AI Assistant for budtenders.

DaySavers, the most compliant and tested pre-rolled cone and rolling paper brand on the market, announced today their partnership with the Cannabis Research Coalition and The Network of Applied Pharmacognosy (NAP) on a first-of-its-kind study called The Science of Smokeability (SOS), which is looking to pay people to smoke pre-rolls for science. SOS is a 2+ year series of scientific experiments focusing on analyzing cultivation and processing metrics to evaluate which variables produce the most pleasant and least harmful smoking experience.

Locally owned by three friends deeply rooted in the cannabis industry, these guys live by their motto “Rootz over Suits”. Focusing on changing the corporate dominated cannabis industry.  As well as bringing the people the best cannabis possible is a passion of theirs and it shows the minute you walk into one of their dispensaries. 

As Peake ReLeaf celebrates its sixth anniversary this year, we reflect on a journey that began with a simple campfire conversation among three lifelong friends and has grown into an award-winning leader in Maryland's cannabis industry. Founded on the pillars of community, innovation, and trust, Peake ReLeaf has not only expanded its operations but has also profoundly impacted the lives of countless Maryland residents through high-quality medical and adult-use cannabis products. 

Sorting Robotics, the leading provider of industrial automation technology for the cannabis industry, is proud to announce the appointment of Patrick DeGrosse Jr. as the company’s Director of Engineering. Over nearly two decades as a Senior Mechatronics Engineer for the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Patrick has led diverse technical teams towards putting robots on Mars across multiple flagship flight projects for NASA, including the Curiosity and Perseverance rovers and the Mars Sample Return Lander. In addition, Patrick led the design of NASA’s FDA approved VITAL pneumatic ventilator during the pandemic, deployed at low-cost to multiple countries and providing life-saving technology to underserved populations. 

Embarc, California's leading cannabis retailer, is thrilled to announce the opening of Madera's first dispensary. This milestone event not only signifies a major step forward for the local community but also marks Embarc's strategic expansion, being its 15th location in California and the third in the Central Valley.

After initially making history as the first cannabis dispensary to open in Fresno in 2022, Embarc is excited to announce the opening of its second storefront in the city. This expansion reaffirms Embarc's commitment to fostering a community-centric approach to legal cannabis sales within the city and reinforces its standing as a leading independent retailer in California.

Fat Nugs Magazine and a host of other brands, businesses and organizations from around the globe will be coming together to not only sponsor the first annual Orange Hill Ganja Cup, but build it from scratch. The Ganja Cup will be a cultural celebration and opportunity for the Jamaican community and visitors alike to experience the ultimate cannabis competition where participants will compete with some of the premier growers for 420 in the cannabis capital of the world. This event will take place at Wabba’s world famous Blue Hole Mineral Spring in Brighton, Jamaica on April 19 and 20th.

Custom Cones USA, the leading and most trusted manufacturer of pre rolled cones, today announced an exciting campaign for the company’s new direct-to-consumer brand DaySavers, the most compliant and tested rolling paper brand in the market. Have you ever wanted to get paid to smoke weed? DaySavers is offering the Ultimate Stoner Dream Job - an opportunity to smoke test the latest cannabis products, be part of the best cannabis industry events, and share your experience with the world - all while getting paid

Print has always been an ally to the cannabis community. In the '60s and '70s, while mainstream media largely misrepresented and stigmatized cannabis, independent publications emerged. Printed on cheap paper and distributed through unconventional channels, they bypassed censorship to reach their countercultural audience. 

The cannabis powered sexual wellness line Lavinia is proud to announce the launch of their first ever edibles: Kinky Bites and Goodnight Kiss. Kinky Bites was created to ramp up for the best sex ever, while Goodnight Kiss helps with the winddown and a good night’s sleep. These two formulations are designed to help users use plants to enhance their sexual experience, while echoing Lavinia’s mission statement to,“Live life to the climax.”